Shell Q2 profit more than doubles on Iran war oil surge

Shell plc reported second-quarter profit that more than doubled from a year earlier, surpassing analyst expectations as the Iran war drove fossil fuel prices sharply higher.

The bumper result, reported July 30, comes as energy majors receive a profit boost from soaring crude prices during the conflict involving Iran. The war has disrupted supply routes and increased geopolitical risk premiums across energy markets.

Shell did not disclose specific profit figures, revenue, or earnings per share in its preliminary release. The company also did not provide forward guidance for the remainder of the year. Rivals BP and TotalEnergies are scheduled to report in the coming weeks, with analysts expecting similar gains from elevated crude prices.

The Iran war's duration and impact on global supply will determine whether energy earnings can sustain this pace. Shell shares have gained this year as oil prices climbed, tracking the broader energy sector's outperformance. Investors will watch for full quarterly details when Shell publishes its complete earnings report.

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