Shell PLC Stock (SHEL) News and Forecast: BP Takeover Talk, Buybacks, and the Key Catalysts Into 2026 (Dec. 16, 2025)
Dec. 16, 2025 — Shell plc (LSE: SHEL | NYSE: SHEL) is drawing fresh attention from investors today after a cluster of deal-related headlines and governance developments landed just as the energy major continues aggressive capital returns and prepares for its next earnings report. In U.S. trading early Tuesday, Shell’s ADR was around $72 per share. In London, Shell shares were around 2,706p at the close on Dec. 16, according to market data providers. Hargreaves Lansdown Below is what’s moving Shell stock, what analysts are forecasting, and what the market is likely to focus on as Shell heads toward its