ExxonMobil & Shell plc
22 shared events · Importance 7 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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Regulatory
ExxonMobil: ExxonMobil is a primary defendant in multiple climate lawsuits, including the Washington wrongful death case and the Boulder case. The company faces significant legal exposure and is actively lobbying for immunity.
Shell plc: Shell is named in the Washington wrongful death lawsuit and other climate cases, facing potential financial and reputational consequences.
Jul 24, 2026 · 6 articles
International
ExxonMobil: ExxonMobil reported doubled profits to $14.53 billion, benefiting from higher prices, but missed estimates due to disruptions in Qatar.
Shell plc: Shell reported a 70% surge in half-year earnings, capitalizing on oil price volatility, despite damage to its Qatar plant.
Apr 08, 2026 · 416 articles
International
ExxonMobil: Reported record downstream profits and diesel production, but warned of sustained refining challenges and high prices.
Shell plc: Reported highest products division earnings this decade, with refineries running at 102% utilization.
Jul 31, 2026 · 335 articles
International
ExxonMobil: Reported record downstream profits and diesel production, but warned of sustained refining challenges and high prices.
Shell plc: Reported highest products division earnings this decade, with refineries running at 102% utilization.
Mar 08, 2026 · 27 articles
International
ExxonMobil: ExxonMobil is among the companies signing cooperation agreements with Iraq's oil ministry.
Shell plc: Shell signs cooperation agreements with Iraq's oil ministry.
Jul 17, 2026 · 33 articles
Accidents
ExxonMobil: ExxonMobil experienced a power outage at its refinery, which was resolved. The company confirmed operations returned to normal, but the incident caused temporary disruption.
Shell plc: Shell operates the Pernis refinery at the port but reported its operations were unaffected by the blast, limiting direct impact.
Aug 13, 2026 · 21 articles
Regulatory
ExxonMobil: ExxonMobil, as a major with deepwater acreage in Nigeria, could seek similar tax credit terms for its own projects, potentially benefiting from the policy.
Shell plc: Shell is the primary beneficiary of the tax credit, which reduces its production costs and facilitates a final investment decision on the Bonga Southwest Aparo project, a key deepwater asset.
Jul 14, 2026 · 6 articles
International
ExxonMobil: Oil major; its financial performance is tied to oil prices and global supply.
Shell plc: Oil major; similar to BP, its profits are affected by oil price volatility.
Apr 08, 2026 · 321 articles
Business
ExxonMobil: ExxonMobil has previously sold North Sea assets, part of the industry trend of retreat from the basin.
Shell plc: Shell combined its UK offshore business with Equinor in a joint venture, another example of consolidation in the North Sea.
Jul 31, 2026 · 20 articles
International
ExxonMobil: ExxonMobil is among deepwater exploration experts working with India.
Shell plc: Shell flagged strong trading profits from the energy price surge.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
Business
ExxonMobil: Kruger's former employer; not directly affected by this event.
Shell plc: Zebedee previously worked at Shell; not directly affected.
Aug 06, 2026 · 13 articles
Business
ExxonMobil: ExxonMobil is mentioned as a global deepwater exploration expert with whom India plans to coordinate for future exploration ambitions.
Shell plc: Shell plc is mentioned as a global deepwater exploration expert with whom India plans to coordinate for future exploration ambitions.
Jun 05, 2026 · 14 articles
Business
ExxonMobil: ExxonMobil>>> is the former employer of Meg O Neill>>>, who was recruited by Albert Manifold>>> to join BP>>> as CEO, highlighting her experience in the oil and gas sector.
Shell plc: Shell plc>>> is mentioned as a rival whose shares were slightly underperforming BP>>>'s on the day of the news.
May 26, 2026 · 110 articles
International
ExxonMobil: ExxonMobil lost 6% of its global production in Q1 due to the Iran war, specifically from damaged LNG facilities in Qatar where it is a partner. This led to a 6.1% drop in its shares and lower Q1 earnings from its energy-products division.
Apr 08, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Shell plc: Shell plc was among the oil executives present at the White House meeting, indicating its potential interest in future Venezuelan oil operations.
Jan 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Shell plc: Shell plc is among the companies slated to attend the meeting, indicating potential interest in Venezuelan oil projects.
Jan 09, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Shell plc: Shell plc was among the companies invited to the White House meeting to discuss potential investments in Venezuela's oil industry.
Jan 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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