Helix Reports Q1 Net Loss and Significant EBITDA Decline Amidst Seasonal Slowdown

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Helix Energy Solutions Group reported a net loss of $13.4 million for Q1 2026, a significant decline from prior profitable quarters, alongside a substantial drop in Adjusted EBITDA, though the company maintains a strong liquidity position.

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• Q1 Net Loss Reported

  Helix reported a net loss of $13.4 million, or $(0.09) per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2026, a reversal from net income in previous quarters.

• Significant EBITDA Decline

  Adjusted EBITDA fell to $32.3 million in Q1 2026, a substantial decrease from $73.9 million in Q4 2025 and $52.0 million in Q1 2025.

• Strong Liquidity Maintained

  Despite operational headwinds, the company ended Q1 2026 with $501.3 million in cash and $611.7 million in total liquidity, alongside a negative net debt position of $197.5 million.

• 2026 Outlook Provided

  The company reiterated its full-year 2026 outlook for revenues ($1,200-$1,400M), Adjusted EBITDA ($230-$290M), and Free Cash Flow ($100-$160M), indicating expectations for momentum to build in the latter half of the year.

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The filing details Helix Energy Solutions Group's first-quarter 2026 financial results, which show a significant operational downturn with a net loss of $13.4 million and a substantial decline in Adjusted EBITDA. While management attributes this to expected seasonal slowdowns and specific project costs, the magnitude of the decline from prior profitable quarters is notable. Investors will likely focus on whether the company can indeed achieve the anticipated momentum in the latter half of 2026, as indicated in its reiterated full-year outlook. The company's robust cash position and strong liquidity provide a crucial buffer during this period of weaker operational performance.