Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On October 21, 2009, Newfield Exploration Company ("Newfield") issued a press release announcing its third quarter 2009 financial and operating results, fourth quarter 2009 earnings guidance and providing an operational update by region. A copy of the press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1.

Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure

On October 21, 2009, Newfield also issued its @NFX publication, which includes third quarter 2009 highlights, an operational update by region, fourth quarter 2009 guidance, and tables detailing complete hedging positions as of October 20, 2009. A copy of the publication is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.2.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

99.1 Earnings Press Release issued by Newfield on October 21, 2009
99.2 @ NFX Publication issued by Newfield on October 21, 2009

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