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Core Laboratories NV (CLB)
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11/13/2025: CLB (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
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Not Recommended Performance
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Number of Analysts
5 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $14
1 Year Target Price $14
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 3 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -30.85% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 718.94M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 22.71 | 1Y Target Price 14 |
Price to earnings Ratio 22.71 | 1Y Target Price 14 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 1.08 | 52 Weeks Range 9.71 - 21.70 | Updated Date 11/12/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.71 - 21.70 | Updated Date 11/12/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.25% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.68 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-10-22 | When After Market | Estimate 0.19 | Actual 0.22 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.21% | Operating Margin (TTM) 11.91% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.97% | Return on Equity (TTM) 12.26% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 22.71 | Forward PE 19.76 | Enterprise Value 893471700 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.39 |
Enterprise Value 893471700 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.39 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.73 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.86 | Shares Outstanding 46563387 | Shares Floating 46052121 |
Shares Outstanding 46563387 | Shares Floating 46052121 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.02 | Percent Institutions 112.32 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Core Laboratories NV
Company Overview
History and Background
Core Laboratories NV was founded in 1936, initially focusing on core analysis for the petroleum industry. Over time, it expanded its services to include reservoir description, production enhancement, and integrated reservoir management. Significant milestones include international expansion and technological advancements in its core analysis techniques.
Core Business Areas
- Reservoir Description: This segment provides services and products to characterize petroleum reservoir rock and fluid properties. It includes core analysis, fluid sampling and analysis, and reservoir simulation.
- Production Enhancement: This segment offers services and products focused on optimizing oil and gas production. This includes well completions, stimulation, and production monitoring.
Leadership and Structure
Core Laboratories NV is led by its CEO, Larry Bruno. The company has a traditional hierarchical structure with various business units reporting to executive management.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Core Analysis: Provides detailed analysis of reservoir rocks to determine properties like porosity, permeability, and fluid saturation. Market share data is difficult to pinpoint precisely, but Core Labs is a leading provider. Competitors include Schlumberger and Halliburton.
- Fluid Characterization: Analyzes reservoir fluids (oil, gas, and water) to understand their composition and behavior under different conditions. Again, market share is hard to state, but Core Labs is an established leader. Competitors include Weatherford and Baker Hughes.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oilfield services industry is cyclical and heavily influenced by oil and gas prices. The industry is currently undergoing a period of increased activity, driven by demand growth and the need to replenish reserves. The industry is also seeing increased investment into digital technologies to improve efficiency.
Positioning
Core Laboratories NV is positioned as a technology-focused provider of specialized reservoir characterization and production enhancement services. Its competitive advantages include its deep domain expertise, its advanced analytical capabilities, and its global presence.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for reservoir characterization and production optimization services is estimated to be in the tens of billions of dollars annually. Core Labs is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM, leveraging its technical expertise and global presence.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Deep Domain Expertise
- Advanced Analytical Capabilities
- Global Presence
- Strong Customer Relationships
- Proprietary Technologies
Weaknesses
- Cyclical Revenue Stream
- Dependence on Oil and Gas Prices
- Relatively High Operating Costs
- Exposure to Environmental Regulations
Opportunities
- Growing Demand for Enhanced Oil Recovery
- Expansion into New Geographies
- Development of New Technologies
- Increased Investment in Digitalization
- Growing interest in CCS and other energy transition areas
Threats
- Decline in Oil and Gas Prices
- Increased Competition
- Technological Disruption
- Geopolitical Risks
- Changing Government Regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SLB
- HAL
- BKR
- WHD
Competitive Landscape
Core Laboratories NV differentiates itself through its specialized expertise and advanced technologies. However, it faces competition from larger, more diversified companies like Schlumberger and Halliburton, which offer a broader range of services.
Major Acquisitions
Saybolt International B.V.
- Year: 2004
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 230
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Core Lab's reservoir fluid characterization capabilities and geographic reach.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Core Laboratories NV's growth has been tied to the oil and gas industry's cycles. The company has experienced periods of strong growth during high oil price environments and periods of contraction during downturns.
Future Projections: Future growth will likely depend on global energy demand, oil and gas prices, and the company's ability to innovate and adapt to the changing energy landscape. Analyst estimates vary, but generally project moderate growth in the coming years.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in digitalization, expanding its services offerings to include CCS, and expanding services into new regions. They have been actively involved in promoting their technology and applying it to new markets.
Summary
Core Laboratories NV is a technology-focused company specializing in reservoir characterization and production enhancement, with a long history in the oil and gas industry. Its strengths lie in its expertise and global presence, but it is susceptible to industry cycles and competition. Recent strategic initiatives aim to diversify and adapt to the changing energy landscape. The company must manage market volatility and technological disruption effectively.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Financial News Sources
Disclaimers:
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About Core Laboratories NV
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1995-09-20 | Chairman of the Board, CEO, President & COO Mr. Lawrence V. Bruno | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Equipment & Services | Full time employees 3300 | Website https://www.corelab.com |
Full time employees 3300 | Website https://www.corelab.com | ||
Core Laboratories Inc. provides reservoir description and production enhancement services and products to the oil and gas industry in the United States, and internationally. It operates through Reservoir Description and Production Enhancement segments. The Reservoir Description segment includes the characterization of petroleum reservoir rock and reservoir fluid samples to enhance production and improve recovery of crude oil and gas from its clients' reservoirs. It offers laboratory-based analytical and field services to characterize properties of crude oil and oil delivered products; and proprietary and joint industry studies, as well as services that support carbon capture, utilization and storage, geothermal projects, and the evaluation and appraisal of mining activities. The Production Enhancement segment provides services and products relating to reservoir well completions, perforations, stimulations, production, and well abandonment. It offers integrated diagnostic services to evaluate and monitor the effectiveness of well completions and to develop solutions to improve the effectiveness of enhanced oil recovery projects. The company markets and sells its products through a combination of sales representatives, technical seminars, trade shows, and print advertising, as well as through distributors. Core Laboratories Inc. was founded in 1936 and is based in Houston, Texas.
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