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  • Why American Energy Funds?

AEF has the opportunity to

  • partner with experienced operators in various "off-market" drilling projects and recompletions

  • provide capital solutions to oil, gas, and solar companies in exchange for high yield interest payments, royalties and ownership interests. The Fund will deploy its capital in a diversified manner to maximize income and tax deductions while mitigating risk.

  • Why American Energy Funds?

AEF has the opportunity to

  • partner with experienced operators in various "off-market" drilling projects and recompletions

  • provide capital solutions to oil, gas, and solar companies in exchange for high yield interest payments, royalties and ownership interests. The Fund will deploy its capital in a diversified manner to maximize income and tax deductions while mitigating risk.

  • Why American Energy Funds?

AEF has the opportunity to

  • partner with experienced operators in various "off-market" drilling projects and recompletions

  • provide capital solutions to oil, gas, and solar companies in exchange for high yield interest payments, royalties and ownership interests. The Fund will deploy its capital in a diversified manner to maximize income and tax deductions while mitigating risk.

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THIS IS ENERGY IN ACTION

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"Energy Markets Run on Discipline, Not Headlines." See why LNG is the cash engine investors can’t afford to ignore.

Shell Doubles Down on LNG and Cash – And Investors Should Pay Attention

Investing| Natural Gas| Renewable Energy| Oil| Energy Policy & Environmental Regulation| U.S. Energy Policy and Offshore Regulation
March 31, 2025•2 min read

Shell Doubles Down on LNG and Cash – And Investors Should Pay Attention

Shell just made it loud and clear: they’re not here for press releases or ESG virtue-signaling. They’re here to dominate cash flow and lock in real-world energy leadership — not just in 2025, but all the way through the end of the decade.

This isn’t spin. It’s strategy.
And for those of us at American Energy Fund, this is exactly the type of disciplined, high-conviction move we like to see.

Bigger, Badder Returns for Shareholders

Shell’s cranking up shareholder returns, targeting 40–50% of operating cash flow — way up from the old 30–40% range. Translation:
More cash in your pocket, less wasted on nonsense.

  • Dividends are locked to grow 4% annually

  • Free cash flow per share is expected to jump over 10% per year through 2030

This isn’t hopium. This is a hard pivot toward value creation and capital discipline.

Leaner Spending, Smarter Bets: LNG Takes the Crown

Shell isn’t cutting spending because it’s scared — it’s reallocating with sniper precision. Capital spending will slim down to $20–22 billion annually through 2028.

And where’s that money going?

  • LNG sales ramping 4–5% per year through 2030

  • Oil production holding steady at 1.4 million barrels per day

  • Cost cuts expanding to $5–7 billion by 2028

Shell’s not retreating.
They’re tightening the screws and doubling down where they’re already the king — the world’s #1 LNG trader.

AEF Playbook: Why LNG Is The Real Transition

Forget the noise. LNG is the bridge between today's energy demand and tomorrow’s innovations.
It’s reliable. It’s scalable. And it's geopolitically critical — especially with Europe de-risking from Russian gas and Asia’s hunger for power surging.

At American Energy Fund, Shell’s pivot is another neon sign flashing:
Real energy assets, managed by real operators, are still delivering the best risk-adjusted returns in the market.

Yeah, Profits Were Down — But the Playbook’s Working

Shell’s 2024 profits dipped to $23.7 billion, but here’s what they still pulled off:

  • Boosted dividends

  • Launched a $3.5 billion share buyback

  • Delivered an 11.3% share price gain YTD

RBC Capital nailed it: “Evolution, not revolution.”
Shell isn’t chasing fads. They’re sharpening the sword.

Bottom Line

In the energy game, discipline beats drama every single time.

Shell is doing what smart investors respect — betting on real cash flow, expanding core advantages, and trimming the fat.

That’s the exact same blueprint we run at American Energy Fund:
Investing in projects that deliver today, scale tomorrow, and reward sharp capital without apology.

Ready to position yourself for the LNG-powered future?
Let’s talk about opportunities built to cash flow and dominate.

Shell LNG investment strategyShell shareholder payouts 2025LNG market investment opportunitiesShell free cash flow growthLNG energy transition strategyLNG vs renewable energy transitionBest energy stocks for cash flowAmerican Energy Fund LNG investmentsShell dividend increase 2025LNG global demand growthOil and gas investment strategy 2025Shell capital spending reductionLNG as a bridge fuelTop LNG companies for investorsLNG market outlook 2030Shell share buyback programProfitable energy sector investmentsInvesting in energy real assetsShell energy transition planLNG trading and profitabilityWhy Shell is betting big on LNG through 2030Best energy investments for long-term cash flowHow LNG supports global energy transitionWhy disciplined energy investing beats ESG hypeIs LNG the future of clean energy transition?Shell shareholder rewards: What investors need to knowLNG growth vs renewables: Real returns explainedShell’s 2024 profits and what it means for investorsAmerican Energy Fund LNG investment thesisLong-term LNG investment strategy for 2025-2030
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Mikey Lucas

At the American Energy Fund, our Mission is to capitalize and promote the transition to an economical sustainable future for humanity through impactful investments in American energy infrastructure and technologies. Inquire with Mikey Lucas or Bradford Behrins to learn how you can partner with us.

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"Energy Markets Run on Discipline, Not Headlines." See why LNG is the cash engine investors can’t afford to ignore.

Shell Doubles Down on LNG and Cash – And Investors Should Pay Attention

Investing| Natural Gas| Renewable Energy| Oil| Energy Policy & Environmental Regulation| U.S. Energy Policy and Offshore Regulation
March 31, 2025•2 min read

Shell Doubles Down on LNG and Cash – And Investors Should Pay Attention

Shell just made it loud and clear: they’re not here for press releases or ESG virtue-signaling. They’re here to dominate cash flow and lock in real-world energy leadership — not just in 2025, but all the way through the end of the decade.

This isn’t spin. It’s strategy.
And for those of us at American Energy Fund, this is exactly the type of disciplined, high-conviction move we like to see.

Bigger, Badder Returns for Shareholders

Shell’s cranking up shareholder returns, targeting 40–50% of operating cash flow — way up from the old 30–40% range. Translation:
More cash in your pocket, less wasted on nonsense.

  • Dividends are locked to grow 4% annually

  • Free cash flow per share is expected to jump over 10% per year through 2030

This isn’t hopium. This is a hard pivot toward value creation and capital discipline.

Leaner Spending, Smarter Bets: LNG Takes the Crown

Shell isn’t cutting spending because it’s scared — it’s reallocating with sniper precision. Capital spending will slim down to $20–22 billion annually through 2028.

And where’s that money going?

  • LNG sales ramping 4–5% per year through 2030

  • Oil production holding steady at 1.4 million barrels per day

  • Cost cuts expanding to $5–7 billion by 2028

Shell’s not retreating.
They’re tightening the screws and doubling down where they’re already the king — the world’s #1 LNG trader.

AEF Playbook: Why LNG Is The Real Transition

Forget the noise. LNG is the bridge between today's energy demand and tomorrow’s innovations.
It’s reliable. It’s scalable. And it's geopolitically critical — especially with Europe de-risking from Russian gas and Asia’s hunger for power surging.

At American Energy Fund, Shell’s pivot is another neon sign flashing:
Real energy assets, managed by real operators, are still delivering the best risk-adjusted returns in the market.

Yeah, Profits Were Down — But the Playbook’s Working

Shell’s 2024 profits dipped to $23.7 billion, but here’s what they still pulled off:

  • Boosted dividends

  • Launched a $3.5 billion share buyback

  • Delivered an 11.3% share price gain YTD

RBC Capital nailed it: “Evolution, not revolution.”
Shell isn’t chasing fads. They’re sharpening the sword.

Bottom Line

In the energy game, discipline beats drama every single time.

Shell is doing what smart investors respect — betting on real cash flow, expanding core advantages, and trimming the fat.

That’s the exact same blueprint we run at American Energy Fund:
Investing in projects that deliver today, scale tomorrow, and reward sharp capital without apology.

Ready to position yourself for the LNG-powered future?
Let’s talk about opportunities built to cash flow and dominate.

Shell LNG investment strategyShell shareholder payouts 2025LNG market investment opportunitiesShell free cash flow growthLNG energy transition strategyLNG vs renewable energy transitionBest energy stocks for cash flowAmerican Energy Fund LNG investmentsShell dividend increase 2025LNG global demand growthOil and gas investment strategy 2025Shell capital spending reductionLNG as a bridge fuelTop LNG companies for investorsLNG market outlook 2030Shell share buyback programProfitable energy sector investmentsInvesting in energy real assetsShell energy transition planLNG trading and profitabilityWhy Shell is betting big on LNG through 2030Best energy investments for long-term cash flowHow LNG supports global energy transitionWhy disciplined energy investing beats ESG hypeIs LNG the future of clean energy transition?Shell shareholder rewards: What investors need to knowLNG growth vs renewables: Real returns explainedShell’s 2024 profits and what it means for investorsAmerican Energy Fund LNG investment thesisLong-term LNG investment strategy for 2025-2030
blog author image

Mikey Lucas

At the American Energy Fund, our Mission is to capitalize and promote the transition to an economical sustainable future for humanity through impactful investments in American energy infrastructure and technologies. Inquire with Mikey Lucas or Bradford Behrins to learn how you can partner with us.

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American Energy Fund is an Investment company, offering alternative energy opportunities to investors. Located in Houston Texas, AEF works with experienced partners on drilling projects and joint ventures. We focus on supporting and driving to a sustainable future through smart investments in American Energy infrastructure and technology.

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For additional important risks, disclosures, and information, please visit americanenergyfund.io/disclosure

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