Civeo Reports Strong Q1 Revenue Growth & Profit Turnaround, Boosts Share Repurchases

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Civeo Corp reported a strong first quarter, achieving 20% revenue growth and a significant improvement in profitability, alongside increased share repurchases and higher capital expenditure guidance for 2026.

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• Strong Revenue Growth

  First-quarter revenue increased by 20% to $172.67 million, up from $144.04 million in the prior year, driven by the Qantac Acquisition and higher activity levels.

• Profitability Turnaround

  The company swung from an operating loss of $5.52 million in Q1 2025 to an operating income of $3.12 million in Q1 2026, and significantly reduced its net loss from $9.84 million to $3.81 million.

• Increased Share Repurchases

  Civeo repurchased $14.35 million worth of common shares in Q1 2026, a substantial increase from $3.33 million in Q1 2025. The Board also authorized an additional 10% repurchase program.

• Higher Capital Expenditure Guidance

  The company expects 2026 capital expenditures to be in the range of $25 million to $30 million, an increase from $20.2 million in 2025, signaling investment in future growth.

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Civeo Corp's first-quarter results demonstrate a significant operational turnaround, with the company swinging from an operating loss to a profit and substantially reducing its net loss. The robust 20% year-over-year revenue growth, driven by acquisitions and increased activity in Australia and Canada, indicates strong business momentum. The substantial increase in share repurchases, totaling $14.35 million (approximately 4% of market capitalization), and the authorization for an additional 10% repurchase program signal a strong commitment to returning capital to shareholders. While long-term debt increased and cash used in operations rose, the improved profitability and increased capital expenditure guidance for 2026 suggest management's confidence in continued growth and financial health. The amendment to the credit agreement, while providing enhanced financial flexibility, was previously disclosed in an 8-K filing on April 28, 2026.