The BP share ($BP. (+2,96 %) / ISIN: GB0007980591) is currently the focus of many investors. After falling by over 25% in the last twelve months, the share price is currently trading at around €4.27 . The 52-week low was € 3.91 on April 11, 2025.
In the first quarter of 2025, BP fell well short of profit expectations: adjusted profit amounted to $ 1.38 billion, while analysts had expected $ 1.65 billion . In addition, the share buyback program was reduced from $1.75 billion to $750 million, which caused displeasure among investors. Net debt rose to USD 27 billion, which limits the company's financial flexibility.
One possible ray of hope is the interest of $SHEL (+1,93 %) in a takeover of BP. Shell is closely monitoring the BP share price and the oil price trend before taking any concrete steps. Such a merger could help BP to overcome structural problems and exploit synergies.
Despite the current challenges, BP offers an attractive dividend yield of around 6.7% . However, analysts are divided: of 30 experts surveyed, 12 recommend buying the shares, 17 recommend holding and one recommends selling .
Conclusion: BP shares are in a difficult phase with financial and strategic challenges. However, the possible takeover interest from Shell could provide new impetus. Investors should monitor developments closely and weigh up their decisions carefully.
