H&P Beats Q3 Revenue Estimates, Guides for Margin Growth Across All Segments
HP has more than doubled off its 52-week low of $15.17.
Summary
Helmerich & Payne reported fiscal Q3 revenue of $1.035 billion, beating estimates, with adjusted EBITDA of $236 million and a narrowed adjusted loss. The company guided for higher direct margins across all segments in Q4 and announced new international contracts, reinforcing a positive operational trajectory.
Key Events · Earnings and Guidance · HP
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Q3 Revenue Beat
Consolidated revenue of $1.035 billion exceeded the $988.74 million consensus, driven by strong North America Solutions activity and improved International Solutions direct margin.
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Adjusted EBITDA of $236M
Adjusted EBITDA reached $236 million, up from $178 million in the prior quarter, reflecting higher rig utilization and daily margins in North America.
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Segment Margin Expansion
North America Solutions direct margin rose to $241 million ($18,669/day) with 142 active rigs; International Solutions direct margin improved to $31 million from $11 million sequentially; Offshore direct margin increased to $29 million.
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New International Contracts
Secured contracts for five additional FlexRig® rigs in Argentina (three to be exported from the U.S.) and a four-year offshore contract renewal in Norway, strengthening the offshore backlog to $3.6 billion.
Analysis · HP · Energy & Transportation
Helmerich & Payne delivered fiscal Q3 revenue of $1.035 billion, topping consensus by roughly 5%, driven by strong North America Solutions performance and a rebound in International Solutions direct margin. Adjusted EBITDA of $236 million and a swing to positive adjusted free cash flow signal improving operational momentum. The company also provided Q4 and full-year guidance that implies sequential margin expansion in all segments, supported by new contract wins in Argentina and Norway. While GAAP net income was boosted by a one-time real estate gain, the underlying adjusted loss narrowed significantly from the prior quarter, and management announced cost-cutting initiatives to accelerate deleveraging. This earnings report materially improves the near-term outlook and validates the company's diversified portfolio strategy.
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