Summary by Futu AI
BP reported an underlying replacement cost profit of $2.3 billion for Q3 2024, down from $2.8 billion in Q2 and $3.3 billion in Q3 2023. The decrease was primarily due to weaker refining margins and a weak oil trading result.Operating cash flow was $6.8 billion, while net debt increased to $24.3 billion. Capital expenditure rose to $4.5 billion, including a $0.7 billion payment for German offshore wind. Upstream production grew 3% YoY to 2.4 million barrels of oil equivalent per day.BP announced a dividend of 8 cents per share and a $1.75 billion share buyback. The company remains committed to its financial frame and expects to deliver at least $2 billion in sustainable cash cost savings by 2026. BP completed acquisitions of bp Bunge Bioenergia and Lightsource bp in Q4, gaining full ownership of both entities.