Norway’s national oil company profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
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Norway's state oil company Equinor reported that its profits nearly doubled to $11.5bn in the second quarter, driven by increased oil and gas production during blockades in the Strait of Hormuz. The article attributes the profit surge to the ongoing conflict with Iran, which has disrupted shipping routes and raised energy prices. This development highlights how geopolitical tensions can benefit energy producers.
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Profits rose from ~$5.75bn to $11.5bn year-on-year.
Equinor's profits nearly doubled to $11.5bn in the three months to the end of June.
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Equinor benefits from a move to ramp up oil and gas production during Strait of Hormuz blockades.
The Guardian- Profits rose from ~$5.75bn to $11.5bn year-on-year.
- Increased production and oil prices drive revenue.
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Loaded language removed<p>Equinor benefits from move to ramp up oil and gas production during strait of Hormuz blockades</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/business/live/2026/jul/22/uk-inflation-food-and-fuel-prices-drop-economy-latest-news">Business live – latest updates</a></p></li></ul><p>Profits at Norway’s state oil company nearly doubled to $11.5bn (£8.6bn) in the three months to the end of June,…
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Equinor benefits from a move to ramp up oil and gas production during Strait of Hormuz blockades.
The GuardianEquinor's profits nearly doubled to $11.5bn in the three months to the end of June.
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