SHEL is reshaping its Gulf of America portfolio by selling mature offshore assets to TALO while retaining future upside and focusing on high-value growth.

BP p.l.c. (BP) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
while the forward P/E of 7.13 suggests potential value, the firm's inability to maintain positive free cash flow in 2026Q1 and rising debt-to-equity ratio of 0.96 present significant execution risks.
BP p.l.c. (BP) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
BP p.l.c. (BP) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 28, 2026 | $1.24vs $0.91+36.3% | $52.3Bvs $48.5B+7.7% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 10, 2026 | $0.60vs $0.57+5.3% | $47.4Bvs $42.9B+10.5% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 4, 2025 | $0.85vs $0.72+18.1% | $48.4Bvs $44.4B+8.9% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 | $0.90vs $0.68+32.4% | $47.2Bvs $41.6B+13.3% |
Recent stock market news and headlines for BP p.l.c. (BP)
SHEL is reshaping its Gulf of America portfolio by selling mature offshore assets to TALO while retaining future upside and focusing on high-value growth.

In the latest trading session, BP (BP) closed at $36.95, marking a -1.07% move from the previous day.

BP accelerates debt reduction through asset sales, cost savings and capital discipline to strengthen its balance sheet by 2027.

Solid oil prices, a stable integrated business model and robust midstream operations make the Zacks Oil and Gas Integrated International industry's outlook bright. XOM, CVX and BP will make the most of the handsome business scenario.

BP said its deputy chief executive, Carol Howle, plans to retire later this year, leaving new boss Meg O'Neill without a key lieutenant at a time when the energy major has been hit by management turmoil.

Key metrics vs top competitors for BP p.l.c. (BP)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $38.61 | $100.79B | 1892.65 | 0.08% | 0.03% | 0.07% | 4.95% | |
| $141.65 | $587.11B | 21.14 | -4.52% | 7.76% | 9.5% | — | |
| $173.94 | $346.42B | 26.24 | -4.64% | 5.92% | 6.08% | — | |
| $81.99 | $231.14B | 13.62 | -6.13% | 7.01% | 10.53% | — | |
| $77.96 | $173.62B | 13.49 | -6.78% | 8.19% | 12.56% | — | |
| $47.47 | $69.44B | 26.63 | -7.48% | 3.16% | 4.81% | — |
BP p.l.c. (BP) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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BP p.l.c. (BP) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
BP p.l.c. (BP) reported $194.60B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 335% increase from $44.73B in 1996.
BP p.l.c. (BP) grew revenue by 0.1% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Yes, BP p.l.c. (BP) is profitable, generating $3.20B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (0.0% net margin).
Yes, BP p.l.c. (BP) pays a dividend with a yield of 4.95%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
BP p.l.c. (BP) has a return on equity (ROE) of 0.1%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
BP p.l.c. (BP) generated $11.41B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.