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Shell PLC ADR(SHEL)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
5-STAR RATING
STRONG BUY
BUY for 60 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+19.04% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$103.58
10/14/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for SHEL

10/14/2026: SHEL (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 60 days. Simulated Profits (19.04%). Updated daily EoD!

Shell PLC is a major global energy company involved in the exploration, refining, and marketing of oil, gas, and renewable energy. Its primary strengths are a massive global scale and a leading position in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) market, which provide robust cash flow. The company's growth story focuses on navigating the energy transition by investing in hydrogen and EV infrastructure alongside its traditional hydrocarbon business. Investors should monitor commodity price volatility, regulatory risks, and the execution of its lower-carbon strategy. With a history of dividends, it may appeal to income-focused investors, though it remains sensitive to cyclical market conditions.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitGrowth potential is tied to the energy transition rather than traditional high-growth tech models.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveMomentum investors may find interest during periods of rising energy prices or favorable commodity market conditions.
Value investorStrong fitThe stock often trades at valuation multiples that appeal to value-oriented investors looking for solid asset bases.
Dividend investorStrong fitShell is a traditional destination for income-focused investors due to its history of stable dividend payouts.
Low-risk investorMixed fitThe company faces inherent industry volatility related to commodity price fluctuations.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighEarnings are highly sensitive to fluctuating global oil and gas market prices.
Valuation riskMediumMarket perception of energy companies can shift based on broader macroeconomic trends and climate policy.
Competition risk (Energy Transition)Medium / highThe company faces competition from traditional peers and new energy tech entrants.
Business qualityStrongShell operates a high-quality, diversified portfolio of long-life energy assets.
Dividend incomeStrongThe company prioritizes reliable dividend payments to return capital to shareholders.
Execution riskMediumTransitioning a large-scale business to lower-carbon energy involves significant operational challenges.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 47.12%
Avg. Invested days 64
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
SHEL receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
SHEL has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+10.8%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 9.0%) are partially offset by negative revenue growth (-6.1%), soft profitability (net margin 6.7%), very low insider ownership of 0.01%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
SHEL's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $23.9B (9.0% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is SHEL's strongest growth driver at +10.8% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (-6.1%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-31.8%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 13.4% (soft) and 95.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (strong). Insider ownership is only 0.01%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
SHEL generates approximately $159 of gross profit, $103 of operating income, and $90 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins and solid cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 39.11%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
SHEL has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 292.95B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 11.37
1Y Target Price 104.63
Price to earnings Ratio 11.37
1Y Target Price 104.63
Volume (30-day avg) 6.6M shares
Beta -0.19
52 Weeks Range 66.79 - 103.86
Updated Date 10/14/2026
52 Weeks Range 66.79 - 103.86
Updated Date 10/14/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 1.49%
Basic EPS (TTM) 9.06

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Upstream & Integrated GasOil and gas exploration and LNG sales.This is the core engine generating cash from extracting and selling raw energy.
Downstream & MarketingRefining, chemical production, and fuel retail stations.This segment converts raw energy into consumer-facing products like gasoline and plastics.
Geography ExposureGlobal operations across Europe, Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Africa.Shell is a truly global player, providing diversification across international markets.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 11.37
Forward PE 9.57
Enterprise Value 309.47B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.99
Enterprise Value 309.47B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.99
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.04
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.56
Shares Outstanding 2.84B
Shares Floating 2.72B
Shares Outstanding 2.84B
Shares Floating 2.72B
Percent Insiders 0.01
Percent Institutions 13.42

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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