# Saudi Arabian Oil Co. posted a net profit of $32.5 billion for the three months ending March 31.

*business · news · 2026-05-10 · Hindustan Times*

## Key points

- Aramco reported a net profit of $32.5 billion for Q1, up from $26 billion last year.
- Aramco maximized its East-West pipeline to 7 million barrels a day after Hormuz was closed.
- The East-West pipeline supplies both Saudi Arabia's west coast refineries and international buyers.
- Aramco's ability to benefit from higher prices depends on the reopening of the Hormuz strait.

**Companies:** Saudi Arabian Oil Co.
**Countries:** Saudi Arabia, Iran, United States

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