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Borr Drilling Ltd(BORR)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
LAST CLOSE
$3.96
10/26/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for BORR

10/26/2026: BORR (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Borr Drilling is an international offshore contractor specializing in premium jack-up rigs for the oil and gas industry. The company is known for its modern fleet and strong operational focus, which allows it to secure contracts in competitive shallow-water markets. Its primary growth story involves capitalizing on high demand and rising day rates as the global energy sector increases investment. However, the company faces risks related to high debt levels, commodity price sensitivity, and the cyclical nature of energy expenditures. It may suit growth-oriented investors with a high risk tolerance, while investors should monitor debt reduction progress and contract backlog stability.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers growth potential in a rising offshore cycle but is tempered by capital intensity.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can react sharply to improvements in day rates and oil market sentiment.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often tied to asset book value and debt levels rather than traditional earnings multiples.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company currently prioritizes capital structure repair over dividend payouts.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh cyclicality and industry leverage make this a high-risk equity.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock is highly sensitive to fluctuations in Brent and WTI crude prices.
Valuation riskMediumMarket pricing depends heavily on future contract day rates.
Competition risk (offshore drilling)Medium / highSupply of rigs can outpace demand if new builds or reactivations increase.
Business qualityMediumWhile the fleet is high-quality, the industry is inherently capital-intensive and cyclical.
Dividend incomeLow / noneIncome investors will find limited immediate yield.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on consistent fleet utilization and effective debt management.

Price Behavior

Steep Decline
PRICE PATH

Steep Decline

The stock price has dropped sharply with strong downward pressure.

Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Choppy

The stock has experienced frequent reversals and pronounced short-term price swings.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -19.95%
Avg. Invested days 29
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
BORR receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid unit economics, solid company fundamentals, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
BORR has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, moderate growth momentum, and strong ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid cash generation (FCF margin 12.5%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-45.2%), moderate revenue growth (+1.0%), soft profitability (net margin 4.4%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
BORR's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (12.5% of revenue). Overall financial-health metrics support a 4-star score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is BORR's strongest growth driver at +138.4% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+1.0%, moderate) and earnings growth (-45.2%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 70.6% and approximately 72.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 14.68% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 4.76%
D. E. Shaw & Co LP 2.35%
SONA ASSET MANAGEMENT (US) LLC 1.96%
The Goldman Sachs Group Inc 1.77%
State Street Corp 1.41%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
BORR generates approximately $365 of gross profit, $315 of operating income, and $125 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Solid margins and solid cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 47.61%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
BORR has a liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedSmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.36B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.88
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 4.88
Volume (30-day avg) 8.8M shares
Beta 1.07
52 Weeks Range 2.89 - 6.66
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 2.89 - 6.66
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) -0.78

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Contract DrillingDay rate contracts for jack-up rigs in offshore shallow water environments.The company makes money by leasing high-tech drilling rigs to oil companies for a daily fee.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 28.17
Enterprise Value 2.76B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.34
Enterprise Value 2.76B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.34
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.79
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.1
Shares Outstanding 308.51M
Shares Floating 224.96M
Shares Outstanding 308.51M
Shares Floating 224.96M
Percent Insiders 14.68
Percent Institutions 70.63

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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