UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

                         Washington, D. C. 20549

                                FORM 10-Q

                                    
         QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
                     SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

                  For the Quarter Ended September 30, 1998March 31, 1999
                       Commission File No. 1-8968

                                    
                                    
                     ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION
           17001 Northchase Drive, Houston, Texas  77060-2141
                             (281) 875-1101

    Incorporated in the                  Employer Identification
     State of Delaware                       No. 76-0146568
                                    

                                    

     Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all
reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such
shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports)
and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90
days.  Yes   X    No _____

     The number of shares outstanding and entitled to vote of the
Company's common stock as of OctoberApril 30, 19981999 is shown below:

                                             Number of Shares
             Title of Class                    Outstanding

 Common Stock, $0.10 par value $0.10 per share       120,325,896



120,974,332









                     PART I.  FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1.  Financial Statements


                     ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION
                    CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INCOME
                               (Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Nine Months EndedMarch 31 thousands except September 30 September 30 per share amounts 1999 1998 1997 1998 1997 Revenues Gas sales $ 86,25377,840 $ 94,773 $267,443 $284,97193,520 Oil and condensate sales 35,010 42,036 97,989 124,55643,580 31,398 Natural gas liquids and other 18,928 21,908 59,286 59,53714,944 22,083 Total 140,191 158,717 424,718 469,064136,364 147,001 Cost and Expenses Operating expenses 41,848 39,319 120,754 105,63034,056 40,257 Administrative and general 21,950 19,486 64,914 53,67324,409 21,243 Depreciation, depletion and amortization 51,562 51,062 151,286 144,32356,524 51,337 Other taxes 9,116 10,720 28,432 34,3339,233 10,829 Impairments related to international properties 20,000 --- Total 124,476 120,587 365,386 337,959144,222 123,666 Operating Income 15,715 38,130 59,332 131,105(Loss) (7,858) 23,335 Interest Expense 14,991 11,452 41,127 28,65718,638 12,358 Income before(Loss) Before Income Taxes 724 26,678 18,205 102,448(26,496) 10,977 Income Taxes 260 9,586 6,385 37,148(6,141) 3,962 Net Income (Loss) $(20,355) $ 464 $ 17,092 $ 11,820 $ 65,3007,015 Preferred Stock Dividends 2,730 --- 4,368 --- Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Stockholders $(23,085) $ (2,266) $ 17,092 $ 7,452 $ 65,3007,015 Per Common Share Net income (loss)- basic $ (0.02) $ 0.14(0.19) $ 0.06 $ 0.55 Net income (loss)- diluted $ (0.02) $ 0.14(0.19) $ 0.06 $ 0.54 Dividends - common $ 0.05 $ 0.0375 $ 0.1375 $ 0.1125 Average Number of Common Shares Outstanding 120,140 119,484 120,008 119,329120,492 119,834
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. -2- 2 Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET (Unaudited)
September 30,March 31, December 31, thousands 1999 1998 1997 ASSETS ASSETS Current Assets Cash and cash equivalents $ 19,88115,530 $ 8,90717,008 Accounts receivable 157,750 177,157151,410 181,491 Inventories at average cost 20,961 28,56433,586 25,860 Prepaid expenses 6,576 4,3663,595 5,569 Total 205,168 218,994204,121 229,928 Properties and Equipment Original cost 5,314,372 4,669,2515,558,783 5,488,721 Less accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization 2,054,097 1,914,4722,144,745 2,107,183 Net properties and equipment - based on the full cost method of accounting for oil and gas properties 3,260,275 2,754,7793,414,038 3,381,538 Deferred Charges 31,570 18,692 $3,497,013 $2,992,46539,672 21,524 $3,657,831 $3,632,990
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. -3- 3 Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET (continued) (Unaudited)
September 30,March 31, December 31, thousands 1999 1998 1997 LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY Current Liabilities Accounts payable Trade and other $ 157,870166,285 $ 202,822227,988 Banks 26,797 22,1028,413 26,723 Accrued expenses Interest 13,968 13,60714,386 15,210 Taxes and other 15,653 13,799 Notes payable, banks 49,631 ---13,690 18,805 Total 263,919 252,330202,774 288,726 Long-term Debt 1,225,000 955,7331,560,762 1,425,392 Deferred Credits Deferred income taxes 550,046 546,792516,061 522,953 Other 140,242 120,830143,701 136,463 Total 690,288 667,622659,762 659,416 Stockholders' Equity Preferred stock, par value $1.00 (2,000,000 shares authorized, 200,000 and no shares issued as of September 30, 1998March 31, 1999 and December 31, 1997, respectively)1998) 200,000 ---200,000 Common stock, par value $0.10 (200,000,000 shares authorized, 122,247,367122,551,004 and 121,771,988122,436,712 shares issued as of September 30, 1998March 31, 1999 and December 31, 1997,1998, respectively) 12,224 6,13412,255 12,244 Paid-in capital 375,086 353,125378,544 361,390 Retained earnings (as of September 30, 1998, $667,806,000March 31, 1999, $584,533,000 was not restricted as to the payment of dividends) 819,631 828,787727,859 756,971 Deferred compensation (8,510) (11,203)(8,437) (9,461) Executives and Directors Benefits Trust, at market value (2,000,000 shares as of September 30, 1998March 31, 1999 and December 31, 1997) (80,625) (60,063) _________ _________1998) (75,688) (61,688) Treasury stock (12 and 20 shares as of March 31, 1999 and December 31, 1998, respectively) --- --- Total 1,317,806 1,116,780 $3,497,013 $2,992,4651,234,533 1,259,456 $3,657,831 $3,632,990
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. -4- 4 Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited)
NineThree Months Ended September 30March 31 thousands 1999 1998 1997 Cash Flow from Operating Activities Net income (loss) $(20,355) $ 11,820 $ 65,3007,015 Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities: Depreciation, depletion and amortization 151,286 144,31956,524 51,337 Amortization of restricted stock 829 1,424315 294 Deferred U.S. income taxes 4,818 29,014 168,753 240,057(10,765) 3,935 Impairments of international properties 20,000 --- 45,719 62,581 Decrease in accounts receivable 19,407 52,997 (Increase) decrease30,081 20,760 Increase in inventories 7,603 (9,033) Decrease(7,726) (2,167) Increase (decrease) in accounts payable - trade and other and accrued expenses (42,737) (35,628)(67,642) 53,950 Other items - net (5,600) (342)(5,637) (2,800) Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 147,426 248,051(5,205) 132,324 Cash Flow from Investing Activities Additions to properties and equipment (672,368) (496,402)(111,758) (268,131) Proceeds from the sale of assets to be leased, net 20,170 87,9003,777 --- Sales and retirements of properties and equipment 5,454 3,141105 4,860 Net cash used in investing activities (646,744) (405,361)(107,876) (263,271) Cash Flow from Financing Activities Additions to debt 418,898 159,522300,000 239,409 Retirements of debt (164,630) (100,000) --- Issuance of preferred stock 195,675 --- IncreaseDecrease in accounts payable, banks 4,695 1,360(18,310) (7,535) Dividends paid (20,976) (13,433)(8,757) (4,495) Issuance of common stock 12,000 9,0943,300 2,565 Issuance of treasury stock, net --- 4(2) Net cash provided by financing activities 510,292 156,547111,603 129,942 Net Increase (Decrease)Decrease in Cash and Cash Equivalents 10,974 (763)(1,478) (1,005) Cash and Cash Equivalents at Beginning of Period 17,008 8,907 14,601 Cash and Cash Equivalents at End of Period $ 19,88115,530 $ 13,8387,902
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. -5- 5 Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (Unaudited) 1. Summary of Accounting Policies General Anadarko Petroleum Corporation is engaged in the exploration,explora- tion, development, production and marketing of natural gas, crude oil, condensate and natural gas liquids (NGLs). The terms "Anadarko" and "Company" refer to Anadarko Petroleum Corporation and its subsidiaries. The principal subsidiaries of Anadarko are: Anadarko Algeria CorporationCorpora- tion (Anadarko Algeria), Anadarko Energy Services Company and Anadarko Gathering Company. Certain amounts have been restated to conform to the current presentation. 2. Inventories Materials and supplies and natural gas inventoryinventories are stated at the lower of average cost or market. Natural gas, when sold from inventory, is charged to expense using the average-cost method. Oil inventory is stated at market value. The major classes of inventories are as follows:
September 30,March 31, December 31, thousands 1999 1998 1997 Materials and supplies $19,925 $27,332$17,579 $20,231 Oil, stored in inventory 12,087 3,816 Natural gas, 1,036 1,232 $20,961 $28,564stored in inventory 3,920 1,813 $33,586 $25,860
3. Properties and Equipment Oil and gas properties include costs of $379,329,000$353,511,000 and $343,789,000$353,647,000 at September 30, 1998March 31, 1999 and December 31, 1997,1998, respectively, which were excluded from capitalized costs being amortized. These amounts represent costs associated with unevaluated properties and major development projects. 4. Long-term Debt A summary of long-term debt follows:
September 30,March 31, December 31, thousands 1999 1998 1997 Commercial Paper $ 284,631 $125,733229,262 $ 367,892 Notes Payable, Banks 140,369 30,000 8 3/4% Notes due 1998 --- 100,000231,500 257,500 8 1/4% Notes due 2001 100,000 100,000 6 3/4% Notes due 2003 100,000 100,000 5 7/8% Notes due 2003 100,000 100,000 7 1/4% Debentures due 2025 100,000 100,000 7% Debentures due 2027 100,000 100,000 6.625% Debentures due 2028 100,000 100,000 7.20% Debentures due 2029 300,000 --- 7.73% Debentures due 2096 100,000 100,000 7 1/4% Debentures due 2096 100,000 100,000 $1,225,000 $955,733$1,560,762 $1,425,392
-6- Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) (Unaudited) 4. Long-term Debt (continued) The commercial paper and a portion of the notes payable to banks have been classified as long-term debt in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 6, "Classification of Short-term Obligations Expected to be Refinanced",Refinanced," under the terms of Anadarko's Bank Credit Agreements. 6 Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) (Unaudited) 4. Long-term Debt (continued) In January 1998,March 1999, Anadarko issued $100,000,000$300,000,000 principal amount of 6.625%7.20% Debentures due 2028.2029. The proceeds were used to fund capital spending projectsrepay floating interest rate debt. In April 1999, the Company amended the Revolving Credit Agreement and entered into a new 364-Day Credit Agreement. The Revolving Credit Agreement provides for $225,000,000 principal amount and the 364-Day Credit Agreement provides for $285,000,000 principal amount. The Revolving Credit Agreement expires in core operating areas.2002. In March 1998,April 1999, Anadarko filed a shelf registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission that permits the issuance of up to $500,000,000$1,000,000,000 in debt and equity securities. Net proceeds, terms and pricing of offerings of securities issued under the shelf registration statement will be determined at the time of the offerings. In May 1998, $200,000,000 in preferred stock was issued under the shelf registration statement. (See Note 5). In April 1998, the Company's Revolving Credit and 364-Day Credit Agreements were amended. The Revolving Credit Agreement was amended to increase the number of commercial banks in the group from eight to nine. The 364-Day Credit Agreement was amended as follows: the principal amount of the Agreement was increased from $125,000,000 to $175,000,000; the number of commercial banks in the group was changed from eight to nine; and the expiration date of the Agreement was extended for 10 months. 5. Preferred Stock On May 7, 1998, Anadarko issued $200,000,000 of 5.46% Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock in the form of two million depositary shares, each depositary share representing 1/10th of a share of the 5.46% Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock. The preferred stock has no stated maturity and is not subject to a sinking fund or mandatory redemption. The shares are not convertible into other securities of the Company. Anadarko has the option to redeem the shares at $100 per depositary share on or after May 15, 2008. Holders of the shares are entitled to receive, when, and as declared by the Board of Directors, cumulative cash dividends at an annual dividend rate of $5.46 per depositary share. The proceeds from the offering were used to reduce commercial paper and bank borrowings and provide capital for Anadarko's 1998 capital expenditures. The preferred stock was issued under the Company's shelf registration statement. -7- Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) (Unaudited) 5. Preferred Stock (continued) For the thirdfirst quarter of 1998,1999, dividends of $13.65 per share (equivalent to $1.365 per depositary share)Depositary Share) were paid to holders of preferred stock. The Company's preferred stock was issued in May 1998. 6. Common Stock In April 1998, the Board of Directors approved a two-for-one stock split, to be effected in the form of a stock dividend. The distribution date was July 1, 1998 to stockholders of record on June 15, 1998. All share and per share information has been restated to reflect the stock split. For the third quarter of 1998, dividends of $0.05 per share were paid to holders of common stock. Under the most restrictive provisions of the Company's credit agreements, which limit the payment of dividends, retained earnings of $667,806,000$584,533,000 and $466,780,000$609,456,000 were not restricted as to the payment of dividends at September 30, 1998March 31, 1999 and December 31, 1997,1998, respectively. The Company's basic earnings per share (EPS) amounts have been computed based on the average number of common shares outstanding. Diluted EPS amounts include the effect of the Company's outstanding stock options under the treasury stock method. The reconciliation between basic and diluted EPS is as follows:
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended September 30,March 31, 1999 March 31, 1998 September 30, 1997 thousands except Per Share Per Share per share amounts Loss Shares Amount Income Shares Amount Basic EPS Income (loss) available to common stockholders $(2,266) 120,140 $(0.02) $17,092 119,484 $0.14$(23,085) 120,492 $(0.19) $7,015 119,834 $0.06 Effect of dilutive stock options --- --- --- 974-- -- -- 651 Diluted EPS Income (loss) available to common stockholders plus assumed conversion $(2,266) 120,140 $(0.02) $17,092 120,458 $0.14$(23,085) 120,492 $(0.19) $7,015 120,485 $0.06
-8- 7 Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) (Unaudited) 6. Common Stock (continued)
Nine Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30, 1998 September 30, 1997 thousands except Per Share Per Share per share amounts Income Shares Amount Income Shares Amount Basic EPS Income available to common stockholders $7,452 120,008 $0.06 $65,300 119,329 $0.55 Effect of dilutive stock options --- 923 --- 751 Diluted EPS Income available to common stockholders plus assumed conversion $7,452 120,931 $0.06 $65,300 120,080 $0.54
For the third quarter of 1998,three months ended March 31, 1999, there were 979,000735,000 common stock equivalents related to outstanding stock options that were not included inexcluded from the computation of diluted EPS, since they had an anti- dilutive effect. In addition, options for 4,463,000 shares of common stock were excluded from the diluted EPS calculation because the options' exercise price was greater than the average market price of common stock for the three months ended March 31, 1999. In May 1999, Anadarko issued 6,250,000 shares of common stock. Aggregate proceeds from the offering were approximately $240,500,000 after all expenses. Proceeds from the offering were used initially to repay floating interest rate debt. The common stock was issued under the Company's shelf registration statement. 7. Statement of Cash Flows Supplemental Information The amounts of cash paid (received) for interest (net of amounts capitalized) and income taxes are as follows:
NineThree Months Ended September 30March 31 thousands 1999 1998 1997 Interest $41,078 $28,903$19,361 $13,798 Income taxes $(6,516) $10,930$ (198) $(6,660)
8. Operating Expenses Operating expenses by category are as follows:
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended September 30 September 30 Thousands 1998 1997 1998 1997 Oil and gas $25,031 $21,011 $ 67,751 $ 59,427 Plant, gathering and marketing 16,817 18,308 53,003 46,203 $41,848 $39,319 $120,754 $105,630
-9- Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) (Unaudited) 9. Kansas Ad Valorem Tax The Natural Gas Policy Act of 1978 (NGPA) allowed a "severance, production or similar" tax to be included as an add-on, over and above the maximum lawful price for natural gas. Based on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) ruling that the Kansas ad valorem tax was such a tax, the Company collected the Kansas ad valorem tax. Background of Present Litigation FERC's ruling regarding the ability of producers to collect the Kansas ad valorem tax was appealed to the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (D.C. Circuit). The Court held in June 1988 that FERC failed to provide a reasoned basis for its findings and remanded the case to FERC. On December 1, 1993, FERC issued an order reversing its prior ruling, but limitingUltimately, the effect of its decision to Kansas ad valorem taxes for sales made on or after June 28, 1988. Based on Anadarko's interpretation of FERC's orders, $700,000 (pre-tax) was charged against income in 1994, in addition to $130,000 (pre-tax) charged against income in 1993. Anadarko, together with other natural gas producers, challenged FERC's orders. The D.C. Circuit issued itsa decision on August 2, 1996 ruling that producers must refund all Kansas ad valorem taxes collected relating to production since October 1983. The Company along with other producing companies, filed a petition for writ of certiorari with the Supreme Court. That petition was denied on May 12, 1997. Anadarko estimates that the maximum amount of principal and interest at issue which has not been paid to date, assuming that the October 1983 effective date remains in effect, is about $41,800,000 (pre-tax)$43,600,000 (pretax) as of September 30, 1998. FERC Proceedings The Company, along with other producing companies, filed a petition for adjustment with FERC on May 12, 1997 seeking a waiver of all interest which might otherwise be due. The total interest at issue is about $27,300,000 (pre-tax) as of September 30, 1998. On September 10, 1997, FERC denied the petition for adjustment. By order dated February 26, 1998, in response to Anadarko's request, FERC granted first sellers the right to secure a surety bond instead of placing cash in escrow. The Company and other producers filed petitions for review of FERC's January 28, 1998 order denying adjustment relief with the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit (Fifth Circuit). -10- March 31, 1999. 8 Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) (Unaudited) 9.8. Kansas Ad Valorem Tax (continued) The Public Service Company of Colorado and an affiliate filed a motion in the Fifth Circuit to dismiss the pending appeals or to transfer them to the D.C. Circuit. On April 27, 1998, the Fifth Circuit denied the motion to dismiss but granted the motion to transfer the appeals to the D.C. Circuit. Several parties, including Anadarko, sought rehearing of the Order Clarifying Procedures issued by FERC on January 28, 1998. On June 3, 1998, FERC denied the relief sought in the motion for rehearing. FERC generally held that it was permissible for producers to adjust pipeline statements of refunds due to reflect refund amounts attributable to other working interest owners, amounts associated with uncollectible royalty interest, and amounts associated with sales made below applicable FERC set maximum lawful prices. In addition, claims for a generic waiver of interest on refunds due were denied.Proceedings Depending on future FERC orders, the Company could be required to pay all or part of the amounts claimed by all pipelines (which might include PanEnergy) pending further potential review by FERC or courts. However, a FERC order issued February 26, 1998 involving refunds paid by another producer to Northern Natural Gas Company indicates that, if a producer prevails in subsequent legal challenges, the producer may recoup amounts paid directly from the pipeline itself, even if the pipeline already distributed refunds to the pipeline's customers. Requests for rehearing of this order are pending. The Company intends to comply fully with all lawful orders issued by FERC, without waiver of any claim of right or any defense or the right to seek judicial review or intervention. On March 9, 1998 and March 10, 1998, the Company filed several compliance filings with FERC paying undisputed amounts billed by pipelines and bonding amounts in dispute. The entire refund claim by Panhandle Eastern Pipe Line Company, a PanEnergy affiliate, was disputed, and the Company posted a surety bond for the amount in controversy of $25,125,000, covering refund claims made against the Company and all affiliates. -11- Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) (Unaudited) 9. Kansas Ad Valorem Tax (continued)courts. PanEnergy Litigation On May 13, 1997, the Company filed a lawsuit in the Federal District Court for the Southern District of Texas against PanEnergy seeking declaration that pursuant to prior agreements Anadarko is not required to issue refunds to PanEnergy for the principal amount of $14,000,000 (pre-tax)(pretax) and, if the petition for adjustment is denied in its entirety by FERC with respect to PanEnergy refunds, interest in an amount of $26,200,000 (pre-tax)$27,900,000 (pretax) as of September 30, 1998.March 31, 1999. The Company also seeks from PanEnergy the return of $816,000 of the $830,000 (pre-tax)(pretax) charged against income in 1993 and 1994. In response to a motion filed by PanEnergy, the United States District Court issued an order on March 19,17, 1998 staying the litigation, pending the exercise by FERC of its regulatory jurisdiction. FERC Order of October 13, 1998 On October 13, 1998, FERC issued a final order on Anadarko's complaint. The order declares that Anadarko Production Company (now an affiliate of Duke Energy) is responsible as first seller for making refunds of Kansas ad valorem tax reimbursements collected from 1983 through August 1, 1985. The Company estimates this amount to be as much as $26,000,000. The Company is responsible to make refunds for reimbursements it collected as first seller from August 1, 1985 through 1988. The Company estimates this amount to be as much as $16,000,000. The FERC order states that whether Anadarko Production Company or the Company is entitled to reimbursement from another party for the refunds ordered is a matter to be pursued in an appropriate judicial forum. RequestsOn January 15, 1999, FERC issued an order denying a request for rehearing offiled by PanEnergy and reaffirming the October 13, 1998 order may be filed.order. FERC may, in the near future, issue an order based upon the above allocation regarding when the refunds must be paid. -12- Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) (Unaudited) 9. Kansas Ad Valorem Tax (continued)paid and the specific refund amount. The issue of reimbursement will now be pursued in U.S. District Court. On April 16, 1999, the U.S. District Court ordered the parties to mediation, which should be completed on or before August 2, 1999. The Court has also set the matter for trial on the May/June 2000 trial term. Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) Proceeding On April 30, 1998, the Company's subsidiary, Anadarko Gathering Company (AGC), filed a petition with the KCC to clarify AGC's rights and obligations, if any, related to the payment by first sellers of Kansas ad valorem tax refunds. The refunds at issue relate to sales made by Anadarko Production Company, a PanEnergy affiliate, through facilities known as 9 Item 1. Financial Statements (continued) ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) (Unaudited) 8. Kansas Ad Valorem Tax (continued) the Cimmaron River System during the time period from 1983 to 1988. AGC purchased the Cimmaron River System from Centana, the successor of Anadarko Production Company, in 1995. The petition, among other things, asks the KCC to determine whether AGC or Anadarko Production Company is responsible for the payment or distribution of refunds received from first sellers to Anadarko Production Company's former customers and requests guidance concerning the disposition of refunds received that are attributable to sales made to Anadarko Production Company customers that did not reimburse Anadarko Production Company for Kansas ad valorem taxes during the relevant time periods. This matter is presently being pursued before the KCC. The KCC is expected to issue its order regarding Anadarko's petition in this matter by May 28, 1999. Anadarko's net income for 1997 included a $1,800,000 charge (before income taxes)(pretax) related to the Kansas ad valorem tax refunds. This charge reflects all principal and interest which may be due at the conclusion of all regulatory proceedings and litigation to parties other than PanEnergy. The Company is unable at this time to predict the final outcome of this matter and no provision for liability (excluding the amounts recorded in 1993, 1994 and 1997) has been made in the accompanying financial statements. 10.9. The information, as furnished, reflects all normal recurring adjustments that are, in the opinion of management, necessary to a fair statement of financial position as of September 30, 1998March 31, 1999 and December 31, 1997,1998, the results of operations for the three and nine months ended September 30,March 31, 1999 and 1998 and 1997, and cash flows for the ninethree months ended September 30, 1998March 31, 1999 and 1997. -13- 1998. 10 Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations The Company has made in this report, and may from time to time otherwise make in other public filings, press releases and discussions with Company management, forward looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 concerning the Company's operations, economic performance and financial condition. These forward looking statements include information concerning future production and reserves, schedules, plans, timing of development, contributions from Algerian properties, and those statements preceded by, followed by or that otherwise include the words "believes", "expects", "anticipates", "intends", "estimates", "projects", "target", "goal", "plans", "objective", "should" or similar expressions or variations on such expressions. For such statements, the Company claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties, and actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements due to a number of factors in addition to those discussed elsewhere in this Form 10-Q and in the Company's other public filings, press releases and discussions with Company management. See Additional Factors Affecting Business in the Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations included in the Company's 19971998 Annual Report on Form 10-K. Overview of Operating Results For 1998's third1999's first quarter, Anadarko hadreported a net loss available to common stockholders of $2.3$23.1 million, or two19 cents per share. Revenues forshare (diluted), on $136 million of revenues. The loss reflects a non-cash charge of $20 million before taxes ($13.3 million after taxes) related to its remaining operations in Eritrea as a result of drilling an unsuccessful exploration well. By comparison, during the thirdfirst quarter of 1998, totaled $140.2 million. For the same period in 1997, Anadarko had net income of $17.1$7 million, or 146 cents per share (diluted), on $147 million of revenues. Excluding the foreign impairment, the Company's net loss for the first three months of 1999 was $9.8 million, or 8 cents per share (diluted). In addition to the charge for Eritrea, the Company attributed the decrease in revenues of $158.7 million. The decline in Anadarko's 1998 thirdand earnings during 1999's first quarter results from the same period in 1997 was primarily due to substantiallysignificantly lower commodity prices, for crude oil, natural gas and natural gas liquids (NGLs), partially offset by increased production volumes. Higher costs and expenses, increased interest expense and preferred stock dividends also affected the 1998 third quarter performance. For the first nine months of 1998, Anadarko's net income available to common stockholders was $7.5 million (six cents per share). Revenues for the first nine months of 1998 totaled $424.7 million. For the corresponding period in 1997, Anadarko had $65.3 million in net income (54 cents per share) on revenues of $469.1 million. The decline in the first nine months of 1998 net income and revenues compared to the same period in 1997 was due to substantially lower commodity prices, which were partially offset by higher production volumes. Net income for the first nine months of 1998 also reflects higher costs and expenses, higher interest expense and preferred stock dividends. -14- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations The following table shows the Company's volumes and average prices for the three and nine months ended September 30, 1998 and 1997:
Three Months Ended September 30 % Increase 1998 1997 (Decrease) Natural gas, Bcf 45.7 45.4 1 Average daily volumes, MMcf/d 497 494 1 Price per Mcf $1.82 $2.02 (10) Crude oil and condensate, MBbls 2,940 2,392 23 Average daily volumes, MBOPD 32 26 23 Price per barrel $11.46 $17.06 (33) Natural gas liquids, MBbls 1,788 1,430 25 Average daily volumes, MBOPD 19 16 25 Price per barrel $9.44 $14.65 (36) Nine Months Ended September 30 % Increase 1998 1997 (Decrease) Natural gas, Bcf 131.9 131.5 - Average daily volumes, MMcf/d 483 482 - Price per Mcf $1.94 $2.17 (11) Crude oil and condensate, MBbls 7,871 6,643 18 Average daily volumes, MBOPD 29 24 18 Price per barrel $11.93 $18.26 (35) Natural gas liquids, MBbls 5,062 3,693 37 Average daily volumes, MBOPD 19 14 37 Price per barrel $10.65 $14.65 (27)
__________________ See "Natural Gas Volumes and Prices" and "Crude Oil, Condensate and Natural Gas Liquids Volumes and Prices". Costs and expenses during the third quarter of 1998 were $124.5 million, an increase of 3% compared to $120.6 million for the third quarter of 1997. The increase is primarily due to higher operating expenses related to acquisition of domestic producing properties and first production from Algeria, and higher administrative and general expenses associated with the Company's growing workforce, offset slightly by lower other taxes. -15- 11 Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) ForThe following table shows the Company's volumes and average prices for the three months ended March 31, 1999 and 1998:
Three Months Ended March 31 % Increase 1999 1998 (Decrease) Natural gas, Bcf 44.0 44.0 - Average daily volumes, MMcf/d 489 489 - Price per Mcf $ 1.59 $ 2.02 (21) Crude oil and condensate, MBbls 3,968 2,251 76 Average daily volumes, MBbls/d 44 25 76 Price per barrel $10.60 $13.02 (19) Natural gas liquids, MBbls 1,632 1,704 (4) Average daily volumes, MBbls/d 18 19 (4) Price per barrel $ 8.60 $11.68 (26) Total Energy Equivalent Barrels (MMEEBs) 12.9 11.3 14
Bcf - billion cubic feet MBbls - thousand barrels MBbls/d - thousand barrels per day Mcf - thousand cubic feet MMcf/d - million cubic feet per day MMEEBs - million energy equivalent barrels Costs and expenses during the first nine monthsquarter of 1998, costs and expenses totaled $365.41999 (excluding the impairment) were $124.2 million, essentially flat compared to the first quarter of 1998. Interest expense for the first quarter of 1999 was $18.6 million, an increase of 8%51% compared to $338.0$12.4 million for the first nine months of 1997. Operating expense increased due to higher total production volumes, acquisition of domestic producing properties and initial production from Algeria. Administrative and general expenses are up due to higher costs associated with the Company's growing workforce. Expenses for depreciation, depletion and amortization (DD&A) increased due to higher production volumes, partially offset by a lower DD&A rate. Interest expense for the third quarter of 1998 increased 31% to $15.0 million compared to $11.5 million for the third quarter of 1997. For the first nine months of 1998, interest expense1998. The increase was $41.1 million, an increase of 44% compared to $28.7 million for the same period of 1997. The increases in interest expense are primarily due to higher levels of long-term debtaverage borrowings partially offset by lower interest rates in 1998 compared to 1997.1999. Natural Gas Volumes and Prices In 1998's third1999's first quarter, Anadarko'sthe Company's natural gas production was 45.7 billion cubic feet (Bcf) of gas or 497 million cubic feet per day (MMcf/d), essentiallyaveraged 489 MMcf/d, level with 45.4 Bcf or 494 MMcf/d during 1997'sthe same period. 1998 third quarter gas volumes remained strong despite temporary storm-related production shut-insperiod in the Gulf of Mexico in August and September.1998. Anadarko's wellhead price for natural gas averaged $1.82was $1.59 per thousand cubic feet (Mcf)Mcf for the thirdfirst quarter of 1998, down 10%1999, off 21% from $2.02 per Mcf for the third quarter of 1997. During the first nine months of 1998, Anadarko's natural gas production was level with the corresponding period in 1997. The Company produced 131.9 Bcf of gas or 483 MMcf/d in the first nine months of 1998. Anadarko's wellhead natural gas price averaged $1.94 per Mcf, an 11% decline from $2.17 per Mcf in 1997's same period.a year ago. Crude Oil, Condensate and Natural Gas Liquids Volumes and Prices During the third quarter of 1998, Anadarko's oil volumes grew 23%production for the first three months of 1999 rose 76% to 2.9 million barrels (MMBbls) or 32 thousand barrels (MBOPD)an average of 44 MBbls/d, up from 2.4 MMBbls or 26 MBOPD25 MBbls/d in 1997's1998's corresponding period. The increase in oil volumes reflected higher production in 1998 from start up of production from the Company's Hassi Berkine South Field in Algeria, which came onstream in May 1998, and the acquisition of properties in the Golden Trend area of central Oklahoma earlier this year. For the third quarter of 1998, oil production from Algeria was 466 thousand barrels net to Anadarko. The higher oil production volumes were offset by a 33%19% decline in 1998's third1999's first quarter oil prices. Anadarko's average oil price for the thirdfirst quarter of 19981999 was $11.46$10.60 per barrel, versus $17.06compared to $13.02 per barrel for the third quarter of 1997. -16- a year ago. 12 Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) Anadarko's worldwide oil production forDuring the first ninethree months of 1998 rose by 18%1999, Anadarko's natural gas liquids (NGLs) sales volumes averaged 18 MBbls/d, a 4% decline compared to the same period19 MBbls/d in 1997. For the first nine months of 1998, oil volumes totaled 7.9 MMBbls or 29 MBbls per day, versus 6.6 MMBbls or 24 MBOPD for the same period in 1997. First production from Algeria and the Golden Trend property acquisition contributed to the significant increase in oil volumes for 1998. Anadarko's average oil price declined 35% for 1998's first nine months compared to the same period in 1997. Oil prices averaged $11.93quarter. The Company's average price for NGLs was $8.60 per barrel in 1998's1999's first nine months,quarter, 26% below an average price of $11.68 per barrel a year ago. Capital Expenditures, Liquidity and Dividends During the first quarter of 1999, Anadarko's capital spending (including capitalized interest and overhead) was $111.8 million compared to $18.26 per barrel$268.1 million in the first quarter of 1998. The Company believes that cash flows, existing or available credit facilities and access to the public markets will provide the majority of funds to meet its capital and operating requirements for 1999. The Company will continue to evaluate funding alternatives, including property sales and additional borrowing, to secure other funds for capital development. In March 1999, Anadarko issued $300 million principal amount of 7.20% Debentures due 2029. The proceeds were used to repay floating interest rate debt. In April 1999, the Company amended its Revolving Credit Agreement and entered into a new 364-Day Credit Agreement. The Revolving Credit Agreement provides for $225 million principal amount and the 364-Day Credit Agreement provides for $285 million principal amount. The Revolving Credit Agreement expires in 2002. In April 1999, Anadarko filed a shelf registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission that permits the issuance of up to $1 billion in debt and equity securities. Net proceeds, terms and pricing of offerings of securities issued under the shelf registration statement will be determined at the time of the offerings. In May 1999, Anadarko issued 6.25 million shares of common stock. Aggregate proceeds from the offering were approximately $240.5 million after all expenses. Proceeds from the offering were used initially to repay floating interest rate debt. The common stock was issued under the Company's shelf registration statement. Exploration and Development Activities During the first quarter of 1999, Anadarko drilled or participated in a total of 55 wells, including 21 oil wells, 21 gas wells and 13 dry holes. This compares to a total of 109 wells in the first quarter of 1998, including 66 oil wells, 32 gas wells and 11 dry holes. Following is a description of activity during the quarter. 13 Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) Gulf of Mexico In the Tanzanite Field (Eugene Island Block 346), the Company is suspending the No. 2 well after successfully encountering the same main pay zone as the original discovery well. The No. 2 well was originally drilled to the northeast, outside of the known amplitude, but only encountered minimal pay. The well was then sidetracked to the east and encountered salt. Drilling to the south proved successful as the well encountered the main reservoir as expected. Aker Gulf Marine has been selected as the fabricator for the same periodTanzanite jacket and production platform, and construction is scheduled to start this summer. Anadarko has a 100% working interest in 1997.the Field. The first development well at the sub-salt Hickory (Grand Isle Block 116) discovery has been completed with encouraging results. The Company serves as operator and has a 50% working interest in the Field. Anadarko has proposed to partners that a production platform with the capacity to produce about 300 MMcf/d of gas be built and that a third well be drilled about three miles northeast of the original discovery well. Offshore activity during the first quarter of 1999 was highlighted by a number of significant recompletion projects. The A-4 well at Matagorda Island Block 623 flowed 25.8 MMcf/d of gas and 328 barrels of condensate per day through a 54/64-inch choke after being recompleted in a new productive sand. Anadarko owns a 37.5% working interest in the BP Amoco-operated block. At the Phillips-operated Mahogany Platform (Ship Shoal Block 349/359), two development wells were completed in a shallower gas formation above the main "P" sand pay zone and placed on production. The A-8 well flowed 4.5 MMcf/d of gas through a 1/2-inch choke while the A-10 well tested 4.1 MMcf/d of gas from a 1/4-inch choke. In March, the A-1 well was recompleted in the "P" sand interval flowing 8.9 MMcf/d of gas and 2,595 BOPD through a 25/64-inch choke. Gross production from the Mahogany Platform, including volumes from the Agate Field, was 15,800 BOPD and 50 MMcf/d of gas at the end of the first quarter. Anadarko has a 37.5% working interest in the Field. East Texas' Bossier Play The success achieved by the Company over the past two years in the Bossier Sand Play continued in the first quarter of 1999. Two rigs were added during the first quarter giving the Company a total of eight rigs currently operating in the Bossier Play. Gross production from the Dew and Mimms Creek Fields is currently about 55 MMcf/d of gas. Among the most significant completions reported in the first quarter were: Eubanks Trust No. 4 (6.8 MMcf/d), 100% Anadarko W.I. High A-2 (4.8 MMcf/d), 100% Anadarko W.I. McAdams A No. 4 (4.5 MMcf/d), 100% Anadarko W.I. McAdams A No. 3 (2.7 MMcf/d), 100% Anadarko W.I. H.E. White No. 3 (2.6 MMcf/d), 36% Anadarko W.I. Turner A-1 (2.5 MMcf/d), 100% Anadarko W.I. Hartley No. 3 (1.1 MMcf/d), 100% Anadarko W.I. 14 Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) During the first quarter, Anadarko added a compression package to its Dew Gathering system which reduced line pressure from 1,100 psi to about 300 psi. With the addition of 3,800 lease acres in the first quarter, the Company now has about 30,000 acres (gross). Hugoton Embayment A 3-D seismic shoot conducted in 1997 that led to the discovery of a new interval in the Basal Chester formation continued to produce excellent results in the first quarter. The Smith AE-3 well, in the Lorena East Field of Beaver County, Oklahoma, tested 480 BOPD and 180 thousand cubic feet per day of gas. This marks the second oil well discovery (sixth successful well overall) in the Basal Chester formation. The Company has a 100% working interest in the well. Another significant completion in the first quarter included the Boles B- 5 well in the Wideawake Field of Seward County, Kansas. Anadarko owns a 100% working interest in the well which tested 1.7 MMcf/d of gas. Alaska First quarter activity in Alaska was concentrated primarily on the North Slope where development of the Alpine Field continues. The first gravel pad has been completed and development drilling has begun from these permanent locations. Overall, the facilities are about 65% complete. To the north of Alpine, two exploration wells have been drilled; however, results have not been made public by the operator. Construction of production modules for Alpine, underway at Nikiski on the southern coast of Alaska and Corpus Christi, Texas, progressed in the first quarter. First production of 40,000 BOPD (gross) from the Alpine Field is expected to begin in mid-2000, increasing to 70,000 BOPD (gross) in 2001. Anadarko owns a 22% working interest in the ARCO Alaska- operated Field. Algeria Development work on several important fields, including Hassi Berkine South (HBNS), comprised most of the activity in Algeria during the first quarter. The Company also reported a successful development well in the Qoubba Field-since renamed Ourhoud (ORD)-on Block 404. The QB-3 well, in the northwest portion of the Field, came in structurally high. In February, Algeria's Council of Ministers announced the approval of the Exploitation License for ORD. Under a Production Sharing Agreement (PSA), Anadarko has a 50% interest covering Blocks 404 and 208, 211 and 245 before participation in the exploitation phase by SONATRACH. Anadarko's NGLs sales volumestwo partners in this PSA are LASMO Oil (Algeria) Limited and Maersk Olie Algeriet AS. Under the terms of the agreement, liquid hydrocarbons discovered, developed and produced are shared by SONATRACH, Anadarko and its two partners. Under a separate PSA, Anadarko has a 27.5% interest in Blocks 401a and 402a which are operated by BHP Petroleum (Algerie) Inc. The Company's other partners are LASMO and Maersk. North Atlantic Margin The first exploration well on Tranche 61 began drilling on April 10. The well is located on Block 214/4 where the water depth is over 5,300 feet. Anadarko has a 7.5% working interest in the well, which is operated by Mobil North Sea Limited. 15 Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) Eritrea Anadarko's third exploration well offshore Eritrea was unsuccessful. The Edd No. 1 well was drilled to a total depth of 3,262 meters (10,765 feet) on the Edd Block in the Red Sea. In 1998, the venture drilled two wells on the nearby Zula Block which also were unsuccessful. In the first quarter of 1999, Anadarko recorded a non-cash charge related to its remaining operations in Eritrea as a result of the dry hole on the Edd Block. Anadarko serves as operator and holds a 50% interest in both the Edd and Zula concessions. The remaining interests are held by Agip Eritrea B.V. with 30% and Burlington Resources Eritrea Limited with 20%. Year 2000 Overview The Year 2000 issue relates to the inability of certain computers and software applications to correctly recognize and process date sensitive information for the Year 2000 and beyond. Without correction, the computers and software applications could fail or create erroneous information. The Company has established a Year 2000 Compliance Program focused on minimizing disruptions of the Company's operations as a result of the millennium change. Since this problem could affect the Company's systems, as well as the systems of its business partners, the Program focuses on the internal systems and external services considered most critical to Anadarko's continuing operations. Since 1993, the Company has enhanced its scientific processing capabilities, implemented new business systems and upgraded its network infrastructure. These information systems were purchased from leading suppliers of technology, most of whom are representing their products to be Year 2000 compliant. The Company is in the process of testing third-party hardware and software for compliance, which should be completed by the end of the third quarter 1999. Any necessary replacements of non-compliant computer equipment and software are underway and should also be completed by the end of the third quarter 1999. Embedded system inventories' assessments for domestic and internal operations have been completed. Remediation and testing are in progress and will be completed by the end of the third quarter of 1998 rose 25%1999. The Company is assessing the readiness of its business partners, including joint-venture operators and outside-operated pipeline and processing facilities as well as suppliers of goods and services. Interruptions in these services could disrupt Anadarko's production and delivery of oil, gas and NGLs early in 2000. Analysis and review of key business partners is underway. Natural gas affiliates providing gathering, transportation and processing services are being contacted to 1.8 MMBbls or 19 MBOPD, up from 1.4 MMBbls ordetermine Year 2000 compliance at inter-connect and sales points. Operations personnel have completed the development of critical vendor and commodities lists. The assessment of the critical suppliers and availability of goods and services is in progress. These efforts should be completed by the end of the second quarter of 1999. 16 MBOPD during 1997's corresponding period. Increased NGLs volumes were offset Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) Contingency Planning The Company is developing contingency plans to provide business continuity and to address operations, safety and environmental concerns. A model contingency planning guide has been developed. Planning by lower NGLs prices, which fell 36%the individual departments is in progress and expected to $9.44 per barrel inbe completed by the end of the third quarter of 1998 from $14.65 per barrel1999. Estimated Cost The total cost of testing, remediation and contingency planning is expected to be approximately $5 million, which will be funded by operating cash flows. This estimate does not include the Company's share of potential Year 2000 costs as a result of participation in 1997's same period. NGLs volumespartnerships in which Anadarko is not the operator. As of March 31, 1999, the Company had spent less than $1 million for the first nine monthsYear 2000 project. These expenditures include costs to establish Year 2000 testing facilities, inventory field automation equipment domestically and internationally, and purchase Year 2000 scanning software. In total, the Company expects to spend $3.5 million to test internal systems, upgrade and replace hardware and software, and complete field automation testing. The remaining $1.5 million is for replacement of 1998 increased 37%any non-compliant field automation equipment discovered during testing, instrumentation consulting services and contingency planning. Anadarko's Year 2000 Program is an on-going process that may result in changes to 5.1 MMBbls or 19 MBOPD, up from 3.7 MMBbls or 14 MBOPDcost estimates and schedules as testing and business partner assessment progresses. Risks The Company expects to have all internal systems and computer equipment Year 2000 compliant prior to the millennium change. The Company is relying on its business partners and suppliers to be Year 2000 ready as well. Failure of significant third parties to complete their Year 2000 compliance projects could interrupt the supply of materials and contract services needed for oil and gas operations. Disruptions to oil and gas transportation networks controlled by third- party carriers could result in 1997's same period. The substantial rise inreduced production volumes was offsetdelivered to market. Risk associated with foreign operations may increase with the uncertainty of Year 2000 compliance by foreign governments and their supporting infrastructures. Such occurrences could have a 27% decline inmaterial adverse effect on the Company's average NGLs price forbusiness, results of operations and financial condition. However, the first nine monthsYear 2000 Program is expected to significantly reduce the Company's level of 1998. Anadarko's NGLs price averaged $10.65 per barrel foruncertainty about the first nine months of 1998, versus $14.65 per barrel for the same period in 1997.Year 2000 issue. 17 Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk Use of Derivatives Anadarko produces, purchases and sells natural gas, crude oil and NGLs. As a result, Anadarko's financial results can be significantly affected by changes in these commodity prices. Anadarko uses derivative financial instruments to hedge the Company's exposure to changes in the market price of natural gas and crude oil, to provide methods to fix the price for natural gas independently of the physical purchase or sale and to manage interest rates. Commodity financial instruments also provide methods to meet customer pricing requirements while achieving a price structure consistent with the Company's overall pricing strategy. While commodity financial instruments are intended to reduce the Company's exposure to declines in the market price of natural gas and crude oil, the commodity financial instruments may also limit Anadarko's gain from increases in the market price of natural gas and crude oil. As a result, gains and losses on commodity financial instruments are generally offset by similar changes in the realized price of natural gas and crude oil. Gains and losses are recognized in revenues for the periods to which the commodity financial instruments relate. Anadarko's commodity financial instruments currently are comprised of futures, swaps and options contracts. -17- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) While the volume of derivative commodity instruments utilized by the Company to hedge its market price risk can vary during the year within the boundaries of its established policy guidelines, the fair value of those instruments at September 30, 1998March 31, 1999 and December 31, 19971998 was, in the judgment of the Company, immaterial. Additionally, through the use of sensitivity analysis, the Company evaluates the potential effect that reasonably possible near term changes in the market prices of natural gas and crude oil may have on the fair value of the Company's derivative commodity instruments. Based upon an analysis utilizing the actual derivative contractual volumes and assuming a 10% adverse movement in commodity prices, the potential decrease in the fair value of the derivative commodity instruments at September 30, 1998March 31, 1999 and December 31, 19971998 does not have a material adverse effect on the financial position or results of operations of the Company. The Company also evaluated the potential effect that reasonably possible near term changes in interest rates may have on the fair value of the Company's interest rate swap agreement. Based upon an analysis, utilizing the actual interest rates in effect as of September 1998March 31, 1999 and December 199731, 1998 and assuming a 10% increase in interest rates, the potential decrease in the fair value of the derivative interest swap instrument at September 30, 1998March 31, 1999 and December 31, 19971998 does not have a material effect on the financial position or results of operations of the Company. Capital Expenditures, Liquidity and Dividends During the first nine months of 1998, Anadarko's capital spending (including capitalized interest and overhead) was $672.4 million compared to $496.4 million in the same period of 1997. The Company believes cash flows, including proceeds from divestitures, issuances of additional debt or securities, and existing credit facilities will be sufficient to meet capital and operating requirements, including any contingencies, during 1998. In January 1998, Anadarko issued $100 million principal amount of 6.625% Debentures due 2028. The proceeds were used to fund capital spending projects in core operating areas. In March 1998, Anadarko filed a shelf registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) that permits the issuance of up to $500 million in debt and equity securities. Net proceeds, terms and pricing of offerings of securities issued under the shelf registration statement will be determined at the time of the offerings. -18- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) In April 1998, the Company's Revolving Credit and 364-Day Credit Agreements were amended. The Revolving Credit Agreement was amended to increase the number of commercial banks in the group from eight to nine. The 364-Day Credit Agreement was amended as follows: the principal amount of the Agreement was increased from $125 million to $175 million; the number of commercial banks in the group was changed from eight to nine; and the expiration date of the Agreement was extended for 10 months. In April 1998, the Board of Directors approved a two-for-one stock split. The stock split was effected by way of a stock dividend. The distribution date was July 1, 1998 to stockholders of record on June 15, 1998. In May 1998, Anadarko issued $200 million of 5.46% Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock in the form of two million depositary shares, each depositary share representing 1/10th of a share of the 5.46% Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock. The preferred stock has no stated maturity and is not subject to a sinking fund or mandatory redemption. The shares are not convertible into other securities of the Company. Anadarko has the option to redeem the shares at $100 per depositary share on or after May 15, 2008. Holders of the shares are entitled to receive, when, and as declared by the Board of Directors, cumulative cash dividends at an annual dividend rate of $5.46 per depositary share. The proceeds from the offering were used to reduce commercial paper and bank borrowings and provide capital for Anadarko's 1998 capital expenditures. The preferred stock was issued under the Company's shelf registration statement. In October 1998, the Company filed a registration statement with the SEC that permits the issuance of Anadarko common stock under the Anadarko Dividend Reinvestment and Stock Purchase Plan (DRIP). The DRIP offers the opportunity to reinvest dividends and provides an alternative to traditional methods of buying, holding and selling Anadarko common stock. The DRIP will provide the Company with a means of raising additional capital for general corporate purposes through the sale of common stock under the DRIP. In October 1998, the Board of Directors adopted a Stockholders Rights Plan, which replaced the Rights Plan that expired on October 20, 1998. Under the Rights Plan, the Rights will be distributed as a dividend at a rate of one Preferred Stock Purchase Right for each share of the Company's common stock held of record on November 10, 1998. Each Right will entitle stockholders to purchase from the Company one one- thousandth of a share of a new series of junior participating preferred stock at an exercise price of $175. The Right will be exercisable only if a person or group acquires 15% or more of common stock or announces a tender offer or exchange offer the consummation of which would result in ownership by a person or group of 15% or more of the common stock. The Rights distribution is not taxable to stockholders. The Rights will expire on November 10, 2008. -19- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) Anadarko's Board of Directors declared quarterly dividends on two classes of the Company's stock. A dividend of $13.65 per share (equivalent to $1.365 per depositary share) was declared on the Company's 5.46% Series B Cumulative Preferred Stock, payable on December 31, 1998, to stockholders of record at the close of business on December 15, 1998. A dividend of $0.05 cents per share was declared on the Company's common stock outstanding, payable on December 23, 1998, to stockholders of record at the close of business on December 9, 1998. Under the most restrictive provisions of the Company's credit agreements, which limit the payment of dividends, retained earnings of $667,806,000 were not restricted as to the payment of dividends at September 30, 1998. The amount of future dividend payments for Anadarko common stock will depend on the Company's earnings, financial condition, capital requirements and other factors and will be determined by the Board on a quarterly basis. Exploration and Development Activities In October 1998, Anadarko updated its production growth targets for the next five years. The Company expects production to grow at an average rate of 18% a year over the five-year period. Production in 1998 is expected to be 48 million energy equivalent barrels (EEBs), increasing to 92 million EEBs in 2002. The increases in production volumes are primarily from discoveries in Alaska, development of Algeria fields and recent sub-salt discoveries in the Gulf of Mexico, Tanzanite and Hickory. The production forecast assumes capital spending of about $700 million a year and no new exploration success. During the third quarter of 1998, Anadarko participated in a total of 116 wells, including 58 oil wells, 47 gas wells and 11 dry holes. This compares to a total of 172 wells, including 110 oil wells, 43 gas wells and 19 dry holes during the third quarter of 1997. For the first nine months of 1998, Anadarko participated in a total of 320 wells, including 173 oil wells, 113 gas wells and 34 dry holes. This compares to a total of 447 wells, including 276 oil wells, 125 gas wells and 46 dry holes during the first nine months of 1997. Following is a description of activity during the first nine months of 1998. Gulf of Mexico Third quarter highlights included the release of test results from the Tanzanite sub-salt discovery. The well tested 21,917 barrels of oil per day (BOPD) of 21.9-degree API gravity oil and 29.7 MMcf/d of gas with flowing tubing pressure of 2,679 psi. The flow rate is the highest ever for an Anadarko-operated well and one of the highest rates ever recorded in the shallow waters of the Gulf of Mexico. The discovery well encountered 450 feet of continuous -20- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) hydrocarbon pay. Design work is now underway on a production platform for Tanzanite and the Company is negotiating a construction contract. The project is expected to be completed in about 22 months with first production scheduled for the third quarter of 2000. The first offset development well at Tanzanite is currently drilling. Anadarko owns a 100-percent working interest in the discovery which is located on Eugene Island 346 about 75 miles offshore Louisiana in 314 feet of water. On October 20, the Company announced its second major sub-salt discovery. The Hickory well, located at Grand Isle 116 about 75 miles offshore Louisiana, encountered 300 feet of hydrocarbon pay after being drilled to a total depth of 21,600 feet. The well penetrated a salt section approximately 8,000 feet thick, which the Company believes to be the thickest section of salt ever drilled in the Gulf of Mexico. The Global Baltic I jack-up rig has been contracted by Anadarko and partners to immediately begin drilling a field delineation well from the same surface location to develop proved reserves and explore for other pay horizons. First production is expected in the year 2000. Anadarko (operator) owns a 50-percent working interest in Grand Isle Blocks 110, 111 and 116 along with partners Shell Oil Company (37.5 percent) and Ocean Energy (12.5 percent). Production from another sub-salt discovery - Agate - began during 1998's third quarter. During testing, the well, located on Ship Shoal Block 361, flowed 13.0 MMcf/d of gas and 1,788 barrels of condensate per day (BCPD) from a 17/64-inch choke with flowing tubing pressure of 7,195 psi. Production through a sub-sea completion increased during the third quarter to 2,500 BCPD and 19.5 MMcf/d of gas. The Company has a 50-percent working interest in the Phillips-operated Block. Additional highlights from Anadarko's offshore activities during the first three quarters of 1998 include the completion of two wells at East Cameron 157. The A-7 well tested 25.4 MMcf/d of gas and 557 BCPD and the A-3 well produced 4.9 MMcf/d of gas and 245 BCPD. Anadarko is operator of the platform with a 100-percent working interest. During the third quarter, construction of a pipeline from the Matagorda Island 623 platform to the El Paso Energy-operated Tomcat system was completed. The seven-mile tie-in reduces pressures at the platform, increasing production to approximately 310 MMcf/d of gas. Anadarko owns a 37.5-percent working interest in the Amoco-operated field. -21- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) The B-5 well at the High Island Block A-376, an extended reach well, was placed on production earlier in the year averaging 2.0 MMcf/d of gas. The construction of a compressor package is nearing completion, which is expected to double the Company's output from the B-5 well and another well on the platform. Anadarko owns a 100-percent working interest in the B-5 well and a 33.8-percent working interest in the remaining wells in the Field. Hugoton Embayment Activity in Anadarko's deep drilling program continued strong in the third quarter, with successes in two fields where 3-D seismic has played an important role in identifying prospects. In the Lorena East Field of Beaver County, Oklahoma, three wells were completed, resulting in combined production of 36 MMcf/d of gas and confirmation of the discovery of a new reservoir in the Chester formation. The first confirmed oil well in the Basal Chester sand, the Smith AE-1, flowed 501 BOPD and 500 thousand cubic feet per day (Mcf/d) of gas. Drilling targets were identified using information obtained from the 32 square-mile Turpin seismic survey shot in late 1997. Anadarko owns a 100-percent working interest in these Lorena Field wells. In the Archer Field of Seward County, Kansas, Anadarko has completed 14 successful wells in 1998 as part of its delineation program in the St. Louis formation. The Headrick A-2 well was recompleted during the third quarter and flowed 323 BOPD and 276 Mcf/d of gas. The St. Louis formation, while prolific, has traditionally been difficult to image. Again, the use of 3-D seismic technology has been a very valuable tool. Through the first nine months of 1998, production from the Archer Field has averaged 719 BOPD and 1.1 MMcf/d of gas. Other significant completions in the Hugoton Embayment during the third quarter include: Charity A-2, Panoma Council Grove Field (590 Mcf/d of gas) KU Endowment G-1, Wildcat Field (1.4 MMcf/d of gas). Noteworthy completions in the Hugoton Embayment during the first nine months of 1998 include: Lemon Trust B-2, Condit Field (2.0 MMcf/d of gas) Box A-1, Condit Field (1.5 MMcf/d of gas) Schneider Alley A-1, Liberal SE Field (1.0 MMcf/d of gas) Malin B-1, Fedder Southwest Field (1.0 MMcf/d of gas) Milhon B-1, Fedder Southwest Field (1.6 MMcf/d of gas) USA Barker A-3, Berryman Richfield Field (2.5 MMcf/d of gas) Trader A-1, Light Field (2.2 MMcf/d of gas) Smith AD-3, Price Field (4.0 MMcf/d of gas, 231 BOPD). -22- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) Central Oklahoma Golden Trend activity during the third quarter included test results from four significant completions in the SW Antioch Field of Garvin County, Oklahoma: Paul "A" 2-34 (980 Mcf/d of gas, 147 BOPD) Sanford D-2 (340 Mcf/d of gas, 68 BOPD) Layton State No. 2 (710 Mcf/d of gas, 152 BOPD) Annie Cole No. 5-36 (362 Mcf/d of gas, 44 BOPD). Another Golden Trend completion during the third quarter was the Mowdy "A" No. 1-32 well, located in the Laflin Creek West Field of Grady County, Oklahoma. The well was completed in four separate intervals with comingled production of 507 Mcf/d of gas and 80 BOPD. Anadarko has a 69-percent working interest in the well. Additional completions during the first three quarters of 1998 include: Lance "A" No. 3-33, Bradley Field (1.7 MMcf/d of gas, 339 BOPD) Jack Hammer No. 2-31, Bradley Field (1.2 MMcf/d of gas, 110 BOPD) Manatt A-2, SW Antioch Field (1.1 MMcf/d of gas, 160 BOPD) EXPH 2-31, SW Antioch Field (736 Mcf/d of gas, 83 BOPD) Tomlinson "A" No. 4-26, SW Antioch Field (1.2 MMcf/d of gas, 109 BOPD). East Texas' Bossier Sand Play The brisk pace that has marked activity in the Dew Field of Freestone County this year continued in the third quarter with six rigs in operation. The Company has completed 20 wells during the first nine months of 1998, bringing Field production to over 50 MMcf/d of gas. Production volumes from the Field have increased five-fold since the beginning of the year. The Bossier Sand Play is now the Company's third largest onshore gas field. Significant completions in the third quarter include: Henderson No. 2 (4.8 MMcf/d of gas) Henderson No. 3 (2.5 MMcf/d of gas) Henderson No. 4 (3.5 MMcf/d of gas) B.K. Johnson "A" No. 1 (3.3 MMcf/d of gas) J.H. Moore No. 2 (3.0 MMcf/d of gas) Eubanks Trust No. 2 (2.7 MMcf/d of gas) Lancaster A-1 (1.2 MMcf/d of gas) H.E.White No. 2 (3.1 MMcf/d of gas) J.H. Moore No. 3 (1.2 MMcf/d of gas) English No. 4 (1.3 MMcf/d of gas). -23- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) Permian Basin In response to lower oil prices, Anadarko has deferred some Permian Basin drilling projects until oil prices recover. Activity throughout 1998 has been focused on infill drilling and waterflood projects at the Company's TXL North and TXL South Units where 45 wells have been drilled during the first nine months. Combined gross production from both units at the end of the third quarter was 5,270 BOPD and 14.4 MMcf/d of gas. This year, efforts have also been concentrated on continuing development of the Ketchum Mountain (Clearfork) Field, located in Irion County, Texas. Anadarko has drilled 94 wells in the Permian Basin through the first nine months of 1998. Alaska During the third quarter, Anadarko completed its first Company-operated well in the Cook Inlet. The Lone Creek No. 1 on the Moquawkie Prospect flowed 10.6 MMcf/d of gas through a 33/64-inch choke with 925 psi flowing tubing pressure from 53 feet of perforations at about 2,400 feet. This represents one of the best shallow gas tests in the vicinity for a reservoir of this age and type. The well, which is located about 40 miles west of Anchorage on lands leased from Cook Inlet Region, Inc., also encountered several other possibly productive gas zones totaling about 180 feet that were not flow tested. Anadarko and ARCO Alaska each hold a 50-percent working interest in the discovery. Additionally, the partners hold approximately 56,000 leasehold acres in the Moquawkie area and 178,000 acres in the Cook Inlet area of south central Alaska. The partners are preparing plans to develop this new discovery, which may lead to additional drilling and installation of facilities necessary to produce this and subsequent wells. Work on development facilities in the Alpine Field continues to progress. North Slope activity has been suspended waiting on winter weather to allow completion of the gravel drilling pads and airstrip. Once completed, drilling and development operations will be able to continue year-round. Elsewhere (primarily Anchorage and Kenai), significant construction activity on the production facility modules is underway. These prefabricated modules are scheduled to be transported to the North Slope for installation at the Alpine Field site during the 1999-2000 winter season. The project is about 20 percent complete. -24- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) In August 1998, the Company announced a major exploration agreement with Alaska's Arctic Slope Regional Corporation (ASRC) that gives Anadarko exclusive access to more lands for exploration than any other oil company operating in the state. The agreement provides Anadarko with exploration rights to 2.3 million acres that ASRC has under title currently. The Company also has exploration rights to an additional one million acres now held by the Bureau of Land Management. ASRC will eventually claim title to about 240,000 acres in this area as part of its land selection rights under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. In Alaska's State Lease Sale 87, Anadarko was the third most active bidder, investing $8.1 million (net) to acquire 26 tracts. Of those, 20 tracts are held by the Company alone, with the other six held in partnership with Fina, Inc. The area covered by the lease sale, called the Foothills, is located in the North Slope area and is intermingled with and adjacent to some of the state lands acquired by Anadarko as part of an agreement with ASRC. Algeria In the third quarter, Anadarko lifted its first cargo of Algerian crude oil. The 663,000-barrel shipment came from the HBNS Field via the Central Production Facility and was bound for a customer with operations along the Mediterranean. Gross production at the end of the third quarter was 30,000 BOPD. At the end of the third quarter, Anadarko was drilling the HBNS-13 development well on Block 404 and the EKT-4 delineation well on Block 208. A third rig was being moved to the QB-1 development well. Eritrea Drilling has been completed at the Bulissar prospect on the Zula Block in the Red Sea. While declared a dry hole, the joint venture is encouraged by the results of its drilling program. The well encountered source rocks at multiple levels, good seals, and reservoir quality sands. In addition, traces of oil were recovered from sidewall cores. These results add to the understanding of this largely unexplored portion of the Red Sea. Anadarko and its partners plan to drill two additional wells offshore Eritrea. Drilling activity now moves to the Du Rig-Rig Prospect, 90 miles northwest of Bulissar, with a well that was spud in early November 1998. Anadarko is operator for its Eritrean program and has a 50 percent interest with 30 percent owned by Agip Eritrea B.V. and 20 percent owned by Burlington Resources. -25- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) Year 2000 Overview The Year 2000 issue relates to the inability of certain computers and software applications to correctly recognize and process date sensitive information for the Year 2000 and beyond. Without correction, the computers and software applications could fail or create erroneous information. The Company has established a Year 2000 Compliance Program focused on minimizing disruptions of the Company's operations as a result of the millennium change. Since this problem could affect the Company's systems, as well as the systems of its business partners, the Program focuses on the internal systems and external services considered most critical to Anadarko's continuing operations. Since 1993, the Company has enhanced its scientific processing capabilities, implemented new business systems and upgraded its network infrastructure. These information systems were purchased from leading suppliers of technology, most of whom are representing their products to be Year 2000 compliant. The Company is in the process of testing third-party hardware and software for compliance, which should be completed by mid-year 1999. Any necessary replacements of non-compliant computer equipment and software are underway and should also be completed by mid-year 1999. Inventories of process control and field automation equipment (embedded systems) are anticipated to be completed by year-end 1998. External field instrumentation specialists will help assess equipment for Year 2000 compliance and develop test plans. This activity is scheduled to begin in December 1998. All embedded systems are expected to be in compliance by the end of the third quarter of 1999. The Company is assessing the readiness of its business partners, including joint-venture operators and outside-operated pipeline and processing facilities as well as suppliers of goods and services. Interruptions in these services could disrupt Anadarko's production and delivery of oil, gas and NGLs. Meetings are planned with key business partners to discuss their Year 2000 programs and assess their ability to supply services through 1999 and 2000. These efforts should be completed by the end of the third quarter of 1999. Contingency Planning The Company will develop contingency plans to provide business continuity and to address operations, safety and environmental concerns. This effort is expected to begin in January 1999 and should be completed by the end of the third quarter of 1999. -26- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) Estimated Cost The total cost of testing, remediation and contingency planning is expected to be approximately $5 million, which will be funded by operating cash flows. This estimate does not include the Company's share of potential Year 2000 costs as a result of participation in partnerships in which Anadarko is not the operator. As of September 30, 1998, the Company had spent less than $500,000 for planning, systems inventories and business partner and supplier notification. The Company expects to spend $3 million to test internal systems, replace and upgrade equipment, and complete field automation testing. The remaining $1.5 million is for replacement of any non- compliant field automation equipment discovered during testing, instrumentation consulting services and contingency planning. Anadarko's Year 2000 Program is an on-going process that may result in changes to cost estimates and schedules as testing and business partner assessment progress. Risks The Company expects to have all internal systems and computer equipment Year 2000 compliant prior to the millennium change. The Company is relying on its business partners and suppliers to be Year 2000 ready as well. Failure of significant third parties to complete their Year 2000 compliance projects could interrupt the supply of materials and contract services needed for oil and gas operations. Disruptions to oil and gas transportation networks controlled by third- party carriers could result in reduced production volumes delivered to market. Risk associated with foreign operations may increase with the uncertainty of Year 2000 compliance by foreign governments and their supporting infrastructures. Such occurrences could have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, results of operations and financial condition. However, the Year 2000 Program is expected to significantly reduce the Company's level of uncertainty about the Year 2000 issue. Forward looking statements contained in the Year 2000 discussion above should be read in conjunction with Additional Factors Affecting Business in the Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in the Company's 1997 Annual Report on Form 10-K. -27- Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (continued) Changes in Accounting Principles Pensions and Other Postretirement Benefits Reporting Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 132, "Employers' Disclosures about Pensions and Other Postretirement Benefits", amends the disclosure requirements with respect to pensions and other post- retirement benefits in annual financial statements. SFAS No. 132 does not change any of the current guidance on expense measurement or recognition related to these areas. The Company will adopt SFAS No. 132 for the year ended December 31, 1998. Accounting for Derivatives SFAS No. 133, "Accounting for Derivative Instruments and for Hedging Activities", provides guidance for account- ing for derivative instruments and hedging activities. SFAS No. 133 is effective for fiscal years beginning after June 15, 1999. The Company has not yet completed an evaluation of the impact of the provisions of SFAS No. 133. -28- 18 Part II. OTHER INFORMATION Item 1. Legal Proceedings Kansas Ad Valorem Tax See Note 98 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements under Part I,I. Financial Information of this Form 10-Q. -29- Item 6. Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K (a) Exhibits Exhibits not incorporated by reference to a prior filing are designated by an asterisk (*) and are filed herewith; all exhibits not so designated are incorporated herein by reference to a prior filing as indicated.
Exhibit Original Filed File Number Description Exhibit Number 3(a) Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Anadarko 19(a)(i) to Form 10-Q 1-8968 Incorporation of Anadarko for the quarter ended Petroleum Corporation, for quarter ended DatedSeptember 30, 1986 dated August 28, 1986 September 30, 1986 (b)*(b) Amendment to the Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, dated April 29, 1999 (c) By-laws of Anadarko 3(b) to Form 10-Q 1-8968 Petroleum Corporation, for quarter ended as amended June 30, 1996 *10(a)(i)*4(a) Amendment to Revolving Credit Agreement, Concerning the Methoddated as of ApplicationApril 15, 1999 *(b) 364-Day Credit Agreement, dated as of the Contract signed on 23 October 1989 between Sonatrach and Anadarko Algeria Corporation *(ii) Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for the Exploration and Exploitation of Liquid Hydrocarbons between Sonatrach and Anadarko Algeria Corporation signed October 23, 1989April 15, 1999 *12 Computation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges and Earnings to Combined Fixed Charges and Preferred Stock Dividends *27 Financial Data Schedule
(b) Reports on Form 8-K There were no reports filed on Form 8-K for the three months ended September 30, 1998. -30- March 31, 1999. 19 SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned duly authorized officer and principal financial officer. ANADARKO PETROLEUM CORPORATION (Registrant) NovemberMay 13, 1998 [Michael1999 [MICHAEL E. Rose]ROSE] Michael E. Rose - Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer 20