Quarterly ResultJul 30, 2026, 02:03 AM
Shell Q2 Adjusted Earnings $9.8B; Announces $3B Buyback
AI Summary
Shell plc reported very strong Q2 2026 results, with Adjusted Earnings of $9.8 billion and Cash Flow from Operations (CFFO) of $21.4 billion, driven by strong operational performance despite market disruptions. The company announced the commencement of another $3 billion share buyback program, consistent with its distribution policy. Shell also continued its portfolio high-grading with several divestments and the shareholder approval of the ARC Resources acquisition, which is expected to boost production growth.
Key Highlights
- Q2 2026 Adjusted Earnings reached $9.8 billion.
- Strong Cash Flow from Operations (CFFO) was $21.4 billion.
- Commenced a new $3 billion share buyback program.
- ARC Resources acquisition approved, expected to complete in Q3 2026.
- Divested Jiffy Lube, SPRNG Energy, South Africa Marketing, and Na Kika assets.
- Achieved $5.8 billion in structural cost reductions since 2022.
- Gearing at 19% with net debt of $42 billion.
- 2026 Capex outlook remains $24-26 billion.
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