■ Announcement · August 13, 2026
Equinor Shares Trade Ex-Dividend for Q1 2026 on Oslo Børs
Equinor ASA shares trade ex-dividend for Q1 2026 today on Oslo Børs, with the company also reporting Q2 2026 results and a new buyback tranche.
Ex-Dividend Date and Details
Equinor ASA (OSE: EQNR) shares are trading ex-dividend for the first quarter of 2026 on the Oslo Stock Exchange as of today, 13 August 2026. This means that investors purchasing shares from this date onward will not receive the upcoming cash dividend for Q1 2026. The dividend amount and payment date were previously announced by the company.
Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Equinor reported its second quarter 2026 results on 22 July 2026. The company posted an adjusted operating income of USD 11.48 billion. Net operating income reached USD 12.99 billion, while net income was USD 4.84 billion. Adjusted net income came in at USD 3.22 billion, resulting in adjusted earnings per share of USD 1.33.
Share Buy-Back Programme
On 22 July 2026, Equinor announced the commencement of the third tranche of its 2026 share buy-back programme. The tranche, of up to USD 1,125 million, began on 23 July 2026. This is part of the company's ongoing capital return strategy.
What it means for income investors
The ex-dividend date is a key milestone for shareholders, as it determines eligibility for the Q1 2026 dividend. Equinor's continued buy-back programme and solid quarterly results provide context for its capital distribution capacity, though future dividends are subject to board approval and market conditions.
Reporting based on: Equinor. Figures verified against market data where available.