SHELL PLC Stock Price, News & Analysis

Shell plc announced the publication of its 2021 Annual Report and Accounts, available for download from March 10, 2022, at www.shell.com/annualreport. The report complies with article 9.6.1 of the Listing Rules and has been submitted to the National Storage Mechanism for inspection. Printed copies will be available from April 20, 2022. Additionally, Shell will file its Form 20-F with the US Securities and Exchange Commission today, accessible at www.shell.com/investors/financial-reporting/sec-filings.html. The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for May 24, 2022.

Shell announces significant changes in its board structure as of March 9, 2022. Non-executive Director Gerrit Zalm will not stand for re-election at the upcoming AGM after over nine years of service. The board will also see Jane Holl Lute resign from the Audit Committee, transitioning to the Safety, Environment and Sustainability Committee. Additionally, Bram Schot is appointed to the Remuneration Committee. These changes will take effect following the 2022 AGM scheduled for May 24, 2022, impacting board dynamics and committee memberships.

Shell plc announces the buyback of 1,300,000 shares at an average price of £20.1270 on 09 March 2022. Additional purchases included 675,223 shares at an average price of £20.2048, and 400,000 shares at £20.1314. These transactions are part of a broader share buy-back plan initiated on 03 February 2022, which allows Citigroup Global Markets Limited to independently manage share purchases under regulatory guidelines.

Shell plc reported on 8 March 2022, its recent share buyback activity. The company purchased 1,399,929 shares at a highest price of £20.46 and a lowest price of £19.53 on the London Stock Exchange. Additionally, it bought 900,000 shares at a highest price of £20.53 through BATS, and 400,000 shares at a highest of £20.48 on Chi-X. This repurchase is part of a previously announced buyback program set to conclude on 4 May 2022, managed by Citigroup Global Markets Limited, adhering to UK and EU market regulations.

On March 8, 2022, Shell plc disclosed that several Persons Discharging Managerial Responsibilities (PDMRs) received shares following the vesting of awards granted in 2019 under the Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP). Notable recipients include CEO Ben van Beurden, who received 113,445 shares, and CFO Jessica Uhl, who received 29,134 American Depository Shares (SHEL). The transactions were executed on March 3, 2022, with no monetary price attributed, as the awards vested without a cash transaction. This disclosure aligns with the EU Market Abuse Regulation.

Shell plc announced its decision to withdraw from all Russian hydrocarbons, including crude oil and LNG, in response to government guidance. The immediate cessation of spot purchases of Russian crude oil will be followed by the shutdown of service stations and aviation fuel operations in Russia. Shell will also phase out other petroleum products and gas supplies, with CEO Ben van Beurden acknowledging the complexities of ensuring stable energy supplies while applying pressure on the Russian government due to the Ukraine crisis.

Shell plc announced the purchase of 2,750,000 shares for cancellation on 7 March 2022. The share buy-back comes as part of a previously announced arrangement on 3 February 2022. The shares were acquired at prices ranging from £18.6600 to £19.9920 across multiple trading venues, including LSE and BATS. The average price paid per share was £19.5949. The initiative is managed by Citigroup Global Markets Limited and will continue until 4 May 2022, adhering to the EU MAR and UK MAR regulations governing buy-back programs.

On 4 March 2022, Shell plc announced the purchase of 2,850,000 shares for cancellation as part of its ongoing share buy-back program. The shares were acquired at prices ranging from £18.4420 to £19.2400, with an average purchase price of £18.7051. Citigroup Global Markets Limited is managing these transactions independently until 4 May 2022, adhering to the regulations set by EU MAR and UK MAR. This buy-back initiative is consistent with the company's strategy to enhance shareholder value.

Shell plc disclosed a transaction involving Wael Sawan, the Integrated Gas, Renewables and Energy Solutions Director, who sold 40,000 ordinary shares at an average price of €24.79, totaling €991,600. The sale took place on 3 March 2022 at Euronext Amsterdam. This notification aligns with the EU and UK market abuse regulations, ensuring transparency in managerial transactions.