We believe confirmation of reporting financials is a positive step in improving visibility.

Despite a strong showing in African oil, there is little sign of a volume growth renaissance at (Exxon), just like at most of the company's peers. Those looking for good news on volume growth from the sector leader will have been disappointed.

CSFB will be vigorously contesting the claim.

Gaming, magazines and profits from its associates should more than offset the downturn in TV earnings.

Most of (Chevron's) earnings miss was in the upstream and was caused by weak U.S. oil and gas volumes (hurricanes, declines) plus lower than expected U.S. gas realizations, as well as weak European gas volumes.

We would be surprised if the company could say anything to get the stock above $45, as most of the world is playing the stock on the long side and recent investor conferences have already incorporated a more bullish tone by the company.