Shell plc – Report on Payments to Governments for the year 2024 Basis for preparation – Report on Payments to Governments for the year 2024This Report provides a consolidated overview of the payments to governments made by Shell plc and its subsidiary undertakings (hereinafter referred to as “Shell”) for the year 2024 as required under the UK’s Reports on Payments to Governments Regulations 2014 (as amended in December 2015). These UK Regulations enact domestic rules in line with Directive 2013/34/EU (the E ...

Shell plc (SHEL) is under intensifying legal scrutiny as environmental organization Milieudefensie, the Dutch branch of Friends of the Earth, announces fresh legal action. The NGO, based in Netherlands, claims that by investing in new oil and gas projects despite a previous court decision requiring emissions reductions, the integrated oil and gas company violated its duty of care under Dutch law. This case could escalate tensions between fossil fuel corporations and climate activists pressing for stricter a ...

Shell plc (SHEL) , the British oil and gas giant, mentioned that the firm has been facing setbacks in raising production from the Perdido offshore development in the Gulf of America. The company had initially expected to bring three wells online in April 2025 to boost production. These three wells are part of Perdido's Great White unit, and one was brought online in March 2025.Production Challenges and DelaysHowever, the other two wells are facing delays and are anticipated to come online by the end of this ...

Core Viewpoint - The net profits of the five major oil companies in Europe and the U.S. are projected to decline significantly in the first quarter of 2025, primarily due to falling crude oil prices, raising concerns about further deterioration in future performance [1][2]. Group 1: Financial Performance - In Q1 2025, the combined net profit of the five major oil companies reached $20.531 billion, a 29% decrease compared to the same period last year [1]. - Individual company performances include: ExxonMobil with $7.71 billion (down 6%), Shell with $4.78 billion (down 35%), Chevron with $3.5 billion (down 36%), TotalEnergies with $3.85 billion (down 32.7%), and BP with $0.69 billion (down 69.6%) [1]. - The net profits of these five companies have declined for eight consecutive quarters [1]. Group 2: Oil Price Impact - The average price of West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil futures in Q1 2025 was approximately $75 per barrel, down about 10% from $82 per barrel in the same period last year [1]. - The Brent crude oil futures price also fell by 10% compared to the previous year [1]. - The decline in oil prices is partly attributed to the policies of the Trump administration, which included calls for OPEC to lower prices and tariffs that increased global recession expectations [1][2]. Group 3: Future Outlook - Market analysts predict that the performance of these oil companies may worsen in Q2 2025, with WTI futures dropping below $70 per barrel and currently trading at just over $60 per barrel [2]. - A study by the Dallas Federal Reserve indicates that developing new U.S. oil requires a WTI price of about $65 per barrel, suggesting that if prices fall below $60 per barrel, oil production may begin to decline due to unprofitability [2]. - Despite the Trump administration's encouragement for increased U.S. oil production, companies are still facing pressure on profit margins due to low oil prices and rising material costs [2].

Core Points - Integrated Rail & Resources Acquisition Corp (IRRX) has entered into a 7-year supply and offtake agreement with Shell Trading (US) Company for crude oil feedstock and refined products [1][2] - The facility to be acquired by IRRX will initially process 15,000 barrels of crude oil per day, with potential expansion to 50,000 barrels per day [2] - Operations are expected to commence by December 31, 2026, following the acquisition and refurbishment of the facility [2] Company Overview - IRRX is a blank check company focused on mergers, acquisitions, and business combinations, particularly in natural resources and railroad logistics [5] - Tar Sands Holding II, LLC (TSHII), established by Endeavor Capital Group, controls key real estate and natural resource development rights in the Uinta Basin, Utah [4] Strategic Importance - The agreement with Shell is seen as a significant step for IRRX to enhance its refining capabilities and support the Uinta Basin's development [3] - The partnership aims to create value through the production of high-demand refined products such as LPG, Naphtha, Diesel, and Gas Oil [2][3]

Company Overview - Integrated Rail & Resources Acquisition Corp. (IRRX) has entered into a 7-year supply and offtake agreement with Shell Trading (US) Company (Shell) for crude oil feedstock supply and refined product purchases [1][2] - The facility to be acquired by IRRX will initially process 15,000 barrels of crude oil per day, with potential expansion to 50,000 barrels per day [2] Operational Details - The facility will produce LPG, Naphtha, Diesel, and Gas Oil, with operations expected to commence by December 31, 2026, following necessary refurbishment [2] - Shell Trading (US) Company will have the option to utilize the additional processing capacity once the facility is expanded [2] Strategic Importance - The agreement is seen as a significant step for IRRX in refining and marketing high-demand products, supporting the Uinta Basin's development [3] - The CEO of IRRX expressed confidence in the agreement, highlighting the benefits for all parties involved and the capabilities of the team to refurbish and restart the refinery [3] Background Information - Tar Sands Holding II, LLC (TSHII), established by Endeavor Capital Group, controls key real estate and natural resource development rights in the Uinta Basin, including permits for processing and refining [4] - IRRX is a blank check company focused on mergers and acquisitions in natural resources, railroads, and related logistics [5]

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智通财经APP了解到，如果欧洲能源巨头壳牌(SHEL.US)收购另一欧洲能源巨头英国石油公司 (BP.US)，这将成为欧洲历史上最大规模的交易之一，并首次创造出足以挑战全球石油行业领袖——埃 克森美孚(XOM.US)和雪佛龙(CVX.US)的欧洲石油巨擘，整合后的油气超级巨无霸上游石油和天然气产 量将达到每天近 500 万桶油当量，届时可能大幅超过上述两大石油行业领袖。 尽管英国石油当前的处境并不理想——过去一年其股价下跌近三分之一大幅跑输欧洲基准股指以及油气 行业的同行们，投资者们普遍对其能源转型以及扭亏为盈计划信心不足。但是，该笔潜在的大型收购交 易对壳牌具有颠覆性的意义。 然而，此次超级大规模合并将面临重大挑战，包括英国石油公司本身的高额债务和负债、潜在的反垄断 竞争问题以及需要被迫出售大量资产，这些都可能成为此项大规模交易的障碍。 石油巨擘即将诞生 瑞银集团的分析师团队指出，两家总部设在伦敦的石油巨头合并后，其上游石油和天然气整体产量将接 近日均 500万桶油当量，较壳牌目前的大约270万桶/日猛烈增长85%，从而成为全球最大规模的归属于 投资者们的油气生产巨头。作为对比，总部位于美国的全球最大规模油 ...

Europe's largest oil company, Shell plc (SHEL) , reported first-quarter 2025 earnings per ADS (on a current cost of supplies basis, excluding items — the market's preferred measure) of $1.84, which came in well above the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.54 on the back of higher natural gas realizations. Shell's upstream volumes averaged 1,855 thousand oil-equivalent barrels per day (MBOE/d), down a marginal 0.9% from the year-ago period, mainly due to new crude production. Liquids production totaled 1,335 tho ...

Core Viewpoint - Shell plc is exploring a potential acquisition of BP plc, which could be one of the largest mergers in the oil industry, driven by BP's declining market capitalization and strategic missteps [1][2][4]. Group 1: Shell's Interest in BP - Shell is evaluating the strategic and financial feasibility of acquiring BP, with discussions gaining momentum due to BP's nearly 22.4% decline in share value over the past year [2][3]. - Shell's market capitalization is approximately $200.5 billion, more than double BP's $76 billion, indicating a significant performance gap between the two companies [3]. - Shell is preparing for various scenarios, including the possibility of competing bids, allowing it to act swiftly if necessary [3][9]. Group 2: BP's Challenges - BP has faced declining investor confidence and strategic challenges, particularly following a leadership transition that shifted focus from green energy back to oil and gas [4][5]. - The recent drop in Brent crude prices below $70 per barrel has complicated BP's cash flow outlook, leading to increased pressure from activist investors like Elliott Investment Management, which holds a 5% stake in BP [5][4]. - BP's restructuring efforts and weakened valuation may make it more vulnerable to acquisition interest [9]. Group 3: Shell's Strategic Direction - Under CEO Wael Sawan, Shell is undergoing a strategic overhaul, focusing on streamlining operations and prioritizing its core fossil fuel portfolio [6]. - Shell's CEO emphasized that any major acquisition must enhance free cash flow per share and align with long-term financial objectives [7]. - The recent acquisition of Pavilion Energy reflects Shell's strategy of pursuing targeted, high-return investments, which could be further amplified by a potential BP acquisition [8][10].