Royal Dutch Shell Plc (RDS.B) has a profit margin of 8.76%, below the Energy sector average of 16.51%.
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Royal Dutch Shell Plc (RDS.B) currently reports a profit margin of 8.76% as of June 2026. That compares with 6.95% in the prior-year period — up 26.0% year over year. That is below the Energy sector average of 16.51%. Use the charts on this page to explore Royal Dutch Shell Plc's profit margin history and peer comparisons.
Royal Dutch Shell Plc's profit margin increased from 6.95% to 8.76% — a 26.0% year-over-year increase (period ending June 2026). Watching multi-year history on the chart below helps separate one-off swings from a lasting trend.
Royal Dutch Shell Plc's profit margin of 8.76% is lower than the Energy sector average of 16.51%. That is roughly 46.9% below the sector mean. A reading lower peers can reflect different growth expectations, capital structure, or profitability — so it is worth checking the peer comparison chart before drawing conclusions.
There is no universal 'good' profit margin, but Royal Dutch Shell Plc's current 8.76% should be judged against Energy norms (sector average: 16.51%) and against RDS.B's own history. Strong, stable readings often indicate durable competitive advantage; volatile or declining ones deserve a closer look at margins and capital efficiency.
Start with the current profit margin of 8.76%, then check the historical chart for trend and the peer comparison chart for relative positioning. The Energy average is 16.51%. From there, open related valuation or income-statement pages for Royal Dutch Shell Plc, and consider following RDS.B for alerts when major investors trade the stock.