Shell reports a sharp increase in second-quarter profit, driven by higher earnings from oil refining and strong performance in energy trading. Multiple outlets link the result to a “refining boom” and a robust trading period, reflecting improved margins and activity in the energy markets. Free Malaysia Today says Shell’s adjusted net income reaches about US$9.8 billion, more than doubling compared with the same quarter a year earlier. Bloomberg and the Financial Post similarly attribute the profit jump to strong refining margins and resilient trading conditions, noting that disruptions tied to the Iran war affect market conditions. Moneyweb adds market context, reporting Shell shares rise about 1.6% in London trading to around 338 pence (about $45) per share as of early morning. Across the coverage, Shell’s second-quarter earnings show substantial year-over-year growth, with analysts and commentators focusing on refining economics and trading results as the main contributors. The articles present the increase as a combination of operational performance and market volatility, rather than attributing it to any single event or region.