NewsShell tops profit estimates as Iran war boosts oil price, cuts share buybacks Posted on May 7, 2026 by budd87309@gmail.com Britain’s Shell posted stronger-than-expected quarterly profit as the Iran war sent fossil fuel prices soaring. budd87309@gmail.com SoftBank shares surge over 18% as Japan tech-fueled rally lifts Nikkei 225 to record highs Shipping giant boss warns Iran war will have bigger impact in coming months as customers face price hikes