Carol Howle

The provided articles do not mention Carol Howle. Instead, they focus on BP's financial performance and the appointment of Meg O'Neill as the new CEO. O'Neill, joining from Woodside Energy in April, is BP's first external and first female CEO. She will receive a significantly higher compensation package than her predecessor, at least £11.7m annually. BP's recent news is marked by a drop in annual profits to $7.5bn in 2025, down from $8.9bn in 2024, attributed to falling crude oil prices. In response, BP is stepping up cost-cutting measures and has suspended its share buyback program. These changes reflect BP's efforts to navigate challenging market conditions and revitalize its performance under new leadership.