BP Plc CEO Murray Auchincloss insisted that the company’s “fundamental reset” has been in the works for a year, while refusing to comment on an analyst’s question about whether he’s had engagement with activist Elliott Investment Management.

UK supermajor BP saw its profit drop 60% in the fourth quarter of 2024, slightly missing analyst forecasts, as chief executive Murray Auchincloss promised the company strategy is ripe for a “fundamental reset”.

The energy giant was vague on details, but analysts say the changes is likely to include less spending on renewable sources and a bigger investment in oil and natural gas production.