Equinor’s Q3 2025 adjusted operating income declines as liquids prices fall

Core Insights - Equinor reported adjusted operating income of $6.21 billion in Q3 2025, a 10% decline year-on-year, influenced by lower liquids prices, although this was partially offset by increased production levels and higher gas prices in the US [1] - The company recorded a net loss of $200 million for the quarter, with adjusted net income at $930 million, resulting in adjusted earnings per share of $0.37 [1] Financial Performance - Net operating income was $5.27 billion, down from $6.91 billion in the same period last year, primarily due to net impairments of $754 million linked to updated price assumptions [2] - Impairment reversals of $299 million were noted for an onshore asset in Norway [3] - Adjusted operating and administrative expenses increased, attributed to future operating expenses related to a US offshore asset that ceased production, along with rising transportation costs and currency fluctuations [5] Production Metrics - Total equity production reached 2.13 billion barrels of oil equivalent (bboe) per day, a 7% increase from 1.98 bboe per day year-on-year [5] - Production on the Norwegian Continental Shelf (NCS) grew by 9% year-on-year, driven by strong performance from the Johan Sverdrup and Johan Castberg fields [6] - The US segment reported a 29% increase in oil and gas production compared to the previous year, reflecting acquisitions and heightened offshore output [6] Market Outlook - The company anticipates that its midstream, marketing, and processing segment will generate approximately $400 million in quarterly average adjusted operating income, influenced by evolving market conditions and previous asset divestments [4]