ASIATODAY.ID, DHAHRAN – Global energy giant Saudi Aramco has reported strong financial results for the third quarter (Q3) of 2025, posting a net income of USD 28 billion, up from USD 27.7 billion in the same period last year. The performance reflects the company’s resilience amid market volatility and its continued focus on gas expansion and digital transformation.
Aramco recorded cash flow from operating activities of USD 36.1 billion, compared to USD 35.2 billion in Q3 2024, and free cash flow of USD 23.6 billion, up from USD 22 billion last year. The company’s gearing ratio declined to 6.3% as of September 30, 2025, from 6.5% at the end of June 2025, signaling a robust and efficient balance sheet.
The Board of Directors approved a base dividend of USD 21.1 billion and a performance-linked dividend of USD 0.2 billion, both scheduled for payment in Q4 2025, underscoring Aramco’s consistent commitment to shareholder returns.
Strengthening the Core: Gas Growth and Digital Innovation
Aramco highlighted that its planned investment in HUMAIN, an artificial intelligence (AI)-based technology company, forms a key part of its digital strategy. The initiative is expected to accelerate the company’s innovation agenda, enhance operational efficiency, and create new value across its global energy operations.
The company also raised its 2030 sales gas production capacity growth target from over 60% to around 80% above 2021 production levels, projecting total gas and associated liquids output of approximately six million barrels of oil equivalent per day.
Meanwhile, the completion of the USD 11.1 billion Jafurah midstream deal underscores the strong investment appeal of Aramco’s unconventional gas expansion. The Jafurah project has drawn global investor attention due to its scale, efficiency, and commitment to sustainable energy development.
Downstream Expansion and Investor Confidence
Aramco’s downstream operations also made significant strides with the establishment of Fujian Sinopec Aramco Refining & Petrochemical Co. Ltd. in China—part of the company’s long-term strategy to strengthen its presence in the Asian petrochemical market.
In addition, Aramco’s successful issuance of USD 3 billion in international Sukuk was met with strong investor demand, reflecting confidence in the company’s financial resilience, stable fundamentals, and long-term growth prospects.
CEO Amin Nasser: Adaptive, Innovative, and Future-Focused
Aramco President and CEO Amin Nasser said the company’s Q3 results demonstrate its ability to adapt to shifting global energy dynamics.
“Our strong third-quarter performance underscores our ability to increase production at minimal incremental cost while reliably supplying the energy products that power economies worldwide,” Nasser stated, on November 4, 2025.
He added that Aramco continues to enhance its upstream capabilities, with major oil and gas projects recently completed or nearing completion.
“Our strategy remains focused on value-accretive growth, leveraging advanced technology, and achieving deeper business integration to strengthen long-term competitiveness,” he said.
Nasser also emphasized that the company’s investment in HUMAIN represents a strategic move to accelerate innovation and expand its role in the fast-evolving AI sector.
“Digital technology and AI are shaping the future of energy, and Aramco is determined to be a driving force in that transformation,” he concluded. (SPA)
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