Carol Howle

The provided articles do not mention Carol Howle. 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, will be BP's first external and first female CEO. Her compensation package is significantly higher than her predecessor's, estimated at at least £11.7m annually. BP is currently facing challenges, including a drop in annual profits to $7.5bn in 2025 due to falling crude oil prices. In response, BP is increasing cost-cutting measures and has suspended its share buyback program to address its financial situation under O'Neill's leadership. The company aims to revitalize its fortunes amidst declining profits and fluctuating oil prices.