Royal Dutch Shell's net profit drops by 10% to 9,89 billion dollars, but, after the first quarter results, the stock climbs 3% in London. It was the action of the oil giant that pushed the stock market adjusted net profits, which therefore excludes extraordinary charges and inventory changes, which jumped by 15,7% to 7,28 billion euros. Revenue stood at $119,92 billion, up 9%.
In 2012 Shell, according to a statement released by the company, will have excess liquidity of $4 billioni, thanks to the sale of some assets, a much higher share than previously forecast, of 2-3 billion dollars.
