Transaction in Own Shares

Shell plc announced the purchase of 1,030,000 shares on the London Stock Exchange at an average price of £33.7866 per share and 500,000 shares on Euronext Amsterdam at an average price of €39.5819 per share on July 31, 2026. These purchases are part of the company's existing share buyback programme managed by Goldman Sachs International, running from July 30 to October 23, 2026, conducted in compliance with UK and EU market abuse regulations.

08/03/2026, 7:51 AM • GlobeNewswire

3 Bold Oil Predictions for the Second Half of 2026

Despite Middle East geopolitical tensions driving oil price volatility, major energy companies and analysts predict prices will remain elevated due to supply constraints and growing global demand. Rather than focusing on commodity price swings, investors should consider dividend-paying energy giants and midstream pipeline companies that benefit from stable infrastructure fees regardless of oil prices.

08/02/2026, 11:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Transaction in Own Shares

Shell plc announced the purchase of 75,000 shares on 23 July 2026 for cancellation as part of its share buyback programme initiated on 7 May 2026. The shares were purchased on the London Stock Exchange at prices ranging from £33.3150 to £33.5850, with a volume weighted average price of £33.4325. Goldman Sachs International is managing the trading decisions independently within pre-set parameters in compliance with UK and EU market regulations.

07/24/2026, 10:44 AM • GlobeNewswire

Transaction in Own Shares

Shell plc announced the purchase of 75,000 shares on 22 July 2026 for cancellation as part of its share buyback programme initiated on 7 May 2026. The shares were purchased on the London Stock Exchange at prices ranging from £32.87 to £33.21 per share, with a volume-weighted average price of £33.0385. Goldman Sachs International is managing the trading decisions for the programme through 24 July 2026.

07/23/2026, 4:57 AM • GlobeNewswire

Transaction in Own Shares

Shell plc announced share repurchases on 20 July 2026, purchasing 90,000 shares on LSE and 94,107 shares on BATS as part of its ongoing share buyback programme initiated on 7 May 2026. Goldman Sachs International is managing the trading decisions independently within pre-set parameters in compliance with UK and EU market regulations.

07/21/2026, 4:34 AM • GlobeNewswire

Transaction in Own Shares

Shell plc purchased 3,075,000 shares for cancellation on July 15, 2026, as part of its share buyback programme announced on May 7, 2026. The shares were purchased across three trading venues (LSE, Chi-X, and BATS) at an average price of approximately £31.62 per share. Goldman Sachs International is managing the trading decisions for the programme through July 24, 2026, in compliance with UK and EU market abuse regulations.

07/16/2026, 4:35 AM • GlobeNewswire

Wax Market Size to Skyrocket USD 16.65 Billion by 2035 as Demand Grows Across Packaging, Cosmetics and Industrial Applications | SNS Insider

The global wax market is projected to grow from USD 11.26 billion in 2025 to USD 16.65 billion by 2035, with a CAGR of 3.99%. Growth is driven by increasing demand in packaging, cosmetics, candles, and industrial applications. Mineral wax dominates with 68.23% market share, while natural wax is expected to register the fastest growth. Asia Pacific leads with 35.67% market share, while North America accounts for 39.2% of the market.

07/10/2026, 6:30 AM • GlobeNewswire

Generative AI in Oil & Gas Market to Surge: CAGR of 16.9% Expected by 2030

The generative AI in oil and gas market is projected to grow from $0.53 billion in 2025 to $1.15 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 16.9%. Key growth drivers include cloud-based AI solutions for real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and drilling optimization. Major players like Saudi Aramco and Shell are leading adoption, while tariffs are spurring local AI development. North America holds the largest regional market share.

07/10/2026, 5:45 AM • GlobeNewswire

Chevron’s Microsoft Deal Turns Natural Gas Into an AI Power Play

Chevron rallied 5-6% over two days as geopolitical tensions spiked oil prices and the company benefits from its 20-year Microsoft data center power deal. The stock trades 18% below its March 2026 high of $214.71 despite strong catalysts including the Guyana production inflection, Hess acquisition synergies, and AI infrastructure growth. Analysts see upside to $205-220 targets, with Q2 earnings on July 31 expected to validate the bull case.

07/08/2026, 1:56 PM • Investing

Director/PDMR Shareholding

Shell plc has notified that following the June 29, 2026 interim dividend payment for Q1 2026, multiple Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities (PDMRs) including CEO Wael Sawan and CFO Sinead Gorman acquired dividend shares through employee share plans. The transactions occurred on July 2, 2026, across multiple currencies and exchanges, with share prices ranging from EUR 33.9265 to GBP 28.87677 per ordinary share.

07/06/2026, 4:54 AM • GlobeNewswire

Aliphatic Hydrocarbon Market to Hit $6.81 Billion by 2032 with 4.4% CAGR

The global aliphatic hydrocarbon solvents and thinners market is projected to grow from USD 5.26 billion in 2026 to USD 6.81 billion by 2032, with a 4.4% CAGR. Growth is driven by rising demand in coatings, adhesives, and industrial maintenance sectors, particularly in Asia Pacific. Mineral spirits lead the market segment, while paints and coatings represent the largest application area. Key industry players are leveraging partnerships and expansions to strengthen market positions.

07/06/2026, 4:52 AM • GlobeNewswire

Chevron vs. Exxon Mobil: Which Energy Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares two energy giants, Chevron and Exxon Mobil, as investment options for 2026. While both companies are well-managed with strong free cash flow and shareholder returns, the author recommends Exxon Mobil due to its record production in Guyana, growing Permian Basin operations, cost discipline, and superior cash returns to shareholders. Chevron faces near-term uncertainty from Venezuela exposure and legal challenges.

07/04/2026, 7:01 PM • The Motley Fool

NEVIR Dutch IR awards 2026 winners announced

The 19th annual Dutch IR Awards recognized outstanding achievements in investor relations across Dutch listed companies. Shell won AEX Company of the Year, ASML Holding received IR Professional of the Year and Best ESG Engagement awards, while Aalberts won AMX Company of the Year. Other notable winners included Prosus for Best Investor Event and KPN for Best IR Website.

07/03/2026, 6:33 AM • GlobeNewswire

Shell Sees Global LNG Demand Surging 65% By 2050 Despite a War-Driven Slowdown in 2026. Here's What Investors Need to Know.

Shell projects global LNG demand will grow 65% by 2050, though a war-driven closure of the Strait of Hormuz will cause demand to flatten in 2026 before resuming growth in 2027. Major energy companies including Shell, ExxonMobil, and ConocoPhillips are investing in new LNG capacity to meet projected demand, particularly from Asian markets.

06/30/2026, 1:30 PM • The Motley Fool

ConocoPhillips vs. Viper Energy: Which Energy Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares ConocoPhillips and Viper Energy as investment options for 2026. ConocoPhillips, a global independent E&P company, is recommended as the better choice due to its diversified operations, stronger financial performance ($61.6B revenue, $8.0B net income in FY2025), lower valuation (10.6x Forward P/E), and dividend payments of $3.30 per share. Viper Energy, a mineral and royalty company focused on the Permian Basin, offers a capital-light model but faces challenges including a $68M net loss in 2025, heavy dependence on operator Diamondback Energy, and no dividend, though analysts project a recovery with $500M+ net income expected in 2026.

06/19/2026, 10:12 AM • The Motley Fool