RE: Fascinating Dividend Induced Trading27 Oct 2022 11:06
Shell profits announcement supporting the SQZ sp?
"Shell’s run of huge profits has continued as the energy giant cashed in on surging gas prices, even as the price of oil eased.
The FTSE 100 group reported profits of $9.5bn (£8.2bn) in the third quarter, more than double the same period last year and the second-highest figures on record.
The performance was driven by a sustained spike in wholesale gas prices, which have driven up bills for households and customers.’
This offset some of the impact of lower oil prices amid fears of a recession.
Shell said it will return a further $4bn to investors through a share buyback, while it also raised its dividend.
Still, there are signs the energy crisis boom is starting to slow. Profits were down from the record $11.5bn posted in the second quarter."