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Forum Energy Technologies Inc (FET)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: FET (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -26.36% | Avg. Invested days 21 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 248.75M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 24 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 24 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta 0.76 | 52 Weeks Range 12.78 - 21.57 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 12.78 - 21.57 | Updated Date 06/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -10.06 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -15.35% | Operating Margin (TTM) 4.65% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.46% | Return on Equity (TTM) -32.34% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 10.7 | Enterprise Value 459716158 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.31 |
Enterprise Value 459716158 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.31 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.57 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.2 | Shares Outstanding 12369600 | Shares Floating 10730897 |
Shares Outstanding 12369600 | Shares Floating 10730897 | ||
Percent Insiders 10.93 | Percent Institutions 65.41 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Forum Energy Technologies Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Forum Energy Technologies Inc. was formed in 2010 through the merger of Forum Oilfield Technologies, Triton Group, and certain assets of RBS Energy. It provides manufactured technologies and applied products to the energy industry. The company has grown through acquisitions and organic development.
Core Business Areas
- Drilling & Subsea: Designs, manufactures, and supplies a comprehensive range of drilling technologies, subsea technologies and capital equipment, including drilling tools, subsea robotics, and specialty connectors.
- Completions: Provides services and products related to well completions, including cementing, stimulation, and intervention solutions.
- Production: Offers products related to production, including artificial lift equipment, flow measurement, and automation solutions.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of the CEO, CFO, and other senior executives. The organizational structure includes various departments such as operations, sales, and finance. Board of Directors oversees the company's strategy and performance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Subsea Robotics: Remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) used for inspection, maintenance, and repair of subsea infrastructure. Market share is estimated to be less than 10% in a fragmented market. Competitors include Oceaneering International, Saipem, and TechnipFMC.
- Drilling Technologies: A range of drilling tools and equipment. Specific market share data unavailable. Competitors include Schlumberger, Halliburton, and Baker Hughes.
- Artificial Lift Systems: Gas lift, plunger lift, ESPs. Specific market share data unavailable. Competitors include Weatherford, Baker Hughes, and Schlumberger.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The energy industry is cyclical and influenced by commodity prices, geopolitical events, and technological advancements. Demand for oil and gas impacts Forum Energy Technologies Inc's business.
Positioning
Forum Energy Technologies Inc. operates as a mid-sized player providing equipment and services. It positions itself as a technology provider and a service partner to energy companies.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for oilfield equipment and services is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Forum Energy Technologies Inc. is capturing a small, fragmented piece of this TAM, facing competition from larger, more established companies.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diverse product portfolio
- Established customer relationships
- Experienced management team
- Global presence
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Cyclical nature of business
- Smaller scale compared to major competitors
- Profitability sensitive to market conditions
Opportunities
- Growing demand for subsea technology
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Development of new products and services
- Increased adoption of automation in the energy sector
Threats
- Fluctuations in oil and gas prices
- Increased competition
- Technological disruption
- Regulatory changes
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SLB
- HAL
- BKR
Competitive Landscape
Forum Energy Technologies Inc. competes with larger, more established players. Its advantages include specialized product offerings and customer relationships. Its disadvantages include smaller scale and financial constraints.
Major Acquisitions
Global Flow Technologies
- Year: 2014
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 225
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded capabilities in flow measurement and control.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been volatile due to the cyclical nature of the energy industry.
Future Projections: Future projections depend on market conditions and company-specific initiatives. Analyst estimates vary.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include product development, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
Summary
Forum Energy Technologies Inc. is a smaller player in the energy sector with diverse product offerings. High debt levels and cyclical markets present challenges. Opportunities exist in subsea technology and new markets. The company's success depends on adapting to industry trends and managing finances effectively.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market share estimates are approximate and subject to change. Financial data is unavailable and has been approximated.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
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About Forum Energy Technologies Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2012-04-12 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Neal A. Lux | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Equipment & Services | Full time employees 1800 | Website https://f-e-t.com |
Full time employees 1800 | Website https://f-e-t.com | ||
Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures, and supplies products serving the oil, natural gas, industrial, and renewable energy industries in the United States and internationally. It operates through two segments, Drilling and Completions; and Artificial Lift and Downhole. The Drilling and Completions segment designs, manufactures, and supplies products and solutions to the drilling, subsea, coiled tubing, well stimulation, and intervention markets, including applications in oil and natural gas, renewable energy, defense, and communications industries. This segment also offers drilling capital equipment and consumable products; subsea remotely operated vehicles and trenchers, submarine rescue vehicles, specialty components and tooling, and technical services; hydraulic fracturing pumps, cooling systems, and high-pressure flexible hoses and flow iron; wireline cable and pressure control equipment; and coiled tubing strings and pressure control equipment, as well as coiled line pipe and related services. The Artificial Lift and Downhole Segment designs, manufactures, and supplies products and solutions for the artificial lift, well construction, production, and infrastructure markets. This segment also offers products designed to safeguard artificial lift equipment and downhole cables; well construction casing and cementing equipment; customized downhole technology solutions, which provides sand and flow control products for heavy oil applications; engineered process systems, production equipment, and separation equipment; and a range of industrial valves. It sells its products through distributors to drilling rig contractors, offshore service companies, governmental organizations, and oil and gas operators and producers. The company was formerly known as Forum Oilfield Technologies, Inc. and changed its name to Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. in August 2010. Forum Energy Technologies, Inc. was incorporated in 2005 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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