"Shell delivered another set of strong results. We continue to deliver more value with less emissions, whilst enhancing the resilience of our balance sheet. Today, we announce another $3.5 billion buyback programme for the next three months, making this the 12th consecutive quarter in which we have announced $3 billion or more in buybacks."
STRONG RESULTS, CONSISTENT DISTRIBUTIONS
• Q3 2024 Adjusted Earnings1 of $6.0 billion, despite the lower crude prices and weaker refining margins, reflect strong operational performance in Integrated Gas, Upstream and Marketing.
• CFFO of $14.7 billion for the quarter includes a working capital inflow of $2.7 billion; net debt reduced to $35.2 billion ($9.6 billion excluding lease liabilities).
• Cash capex for 2024 is expected to be below the lower end of the $22 - 25 billion range.
• Commencing a $3.5 billion share buyback programme, expected to be completed by the Q4 2024 results announcement. Over the last 4 quarters, total shareholder distributions paid were 43% of CFFO. The dividend is stable at $0.344 per ordinary share