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Shell Reports $3.26B Earnings, Declares Buyback and Dividend

2/5/2026

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Summary

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Shell plc reported fourth-quarter 2025 earnings on February 5, 2025, with adjusted earnings of $3.26 billion.
Analysts expected $3.53 billion for the quarter.
Revenue was $66.72 billion.
Wael Sawan, Chief Executive Officer of Shell plc, announced a 4% dividend to $0.372 per share and a $3.5 billion buyback.
For the year, profit totaled $17.84 billion, down from $23.72 billion in 2024.

History

Historical Context

The global oil price crash in 2014 significantly impacted companies like Shell, which reported a $7.4 billion loss that year. This volatility continued, with Shell's revenue reaching $66.72 billion in 2025. In response to fluctuating profits, CEO Wael Sawan announced a $3.5 billion buyback, highlighting the ongoing challenges energy companies face in adapting to market dynamics and investor expectations.

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Story summary

Shell plc reported fourth-quarter 2025 earnings on February 5, 2025, with adjusted earnings of $3.26 billion.
Analysts expected $3.53 billion for the quarter.
Revenue was $66.72 billion.
Wael Sawan, Chief Executive Officer of Shell plc, announced a 4% dividend to $0.372 per share and a $3.5 billion buyback.
For the year, profit totaled $17.84 billion, down from $23.72 billion in 2024.

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