12:31 - 30.07.2026

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July 30, Fineko/abc.az. Shell increased adjusted profit up to $9.84 bn (compared to $4.26 bn a year earlier) in the 2nd quarter of 2026, exceeding forecasts. The growth was driven by strong trading and refining results, as well as higher prices and margins.

At the same time, oil and gas production decreased by 31% compared to the previous quarter, and LNG volumes dropped by 2%. Operating cash flow reached $21.43 bn, free cash flow - $17.52 bn, and net debt decreased to $41.75 bn.

The company announced a new share buyback of $3 bnand a dividend of $0.3906 per share. In the third quarter, integrated gas production is expected to be between 570,000 and 630,000 b/d, and LNG production - between 7.1 million and 7.7 million tons.