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Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc (HLX)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: HLX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $10.12
1 Year Target Price $10.12
2 | Strong Buy |
3 | Buy |
1 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -30.14% | Avg. Invested days 28 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 936.30M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 19.91 | 1Y Target Price 10.12 |
Price to earnings Ratio 19.91 | 1Y Target Price 10.12 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 6 | Beta 1.66 | 52 Weeks Range 5.52 - 12.33 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 5.52 - 12.33 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.32 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.92% | Operating Margin (TTM) -1.04% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.92% | Return on Equity (TTM) 3.27% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 19.91 | Forward PE 113.64 | Enterprise Value 1259811100 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.73 |
Enterprise Value 1259811100 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.73 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.99 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.63 | Shares Outstanding 146986000 | Shares Floating 137011132 |
Shares Outstanding 146986000 | Shares Floating 137011132 | ||
Percent Insiders 6.75 | Percent Institutions 91.39 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc. was founded in 1980, initially focusing on diving services. Over time, it expanded its capabilities to include well intervention, robotics, and decommissioning services, becoming a leading provider of offshore energy solutions.
Core Business Areas
- Well Intervention: Provides services to maintain and enhance well production, including coiled tubing, wireline, and hydraulic workover operations.
- Robotics: Offers remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and subsea construction services for inspection, repair, and maintenance of offshore infrastructure.
- Decommissioning: Provides services for the safe and environmentally responsible removal of offshore oil and gas infrastructure.
Leadership and Structure
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc. is led by a board of directors and an executive management team. Owen Kratz is the President and Chief Executive Officer. The company is structured into operational divisions aligned with its core business areas.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Well Intervention Services: Includes a comprehensive suite of subsea well intervention services. While precise market share data varies by region, Helix is a significant player in the global market. Competitors include Schlumberger (SLB) and Halliburton (HAL).
- Robotics Services: Offers ROV services for a range of subsea tasks. Competition includes Oceaneering International (OII) and Subsea 7 (SUBCY).
- Decommissioning Services: Provides end-to-end decommissioning solutions for aging offshore infrastructure. Market share is growing as more fields mature. Competitors include Saipem (SAPMF) and TechnipFMC (FTI).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The offshore energy services industry is influenced by oil and gas prices, technological advancements, and regulatory changes. There is increasing demand for decommissioning services and subsea well intervention.
Positioning
Helix is positioned as a key provider of specialized subsea services, with a focus on well intervention and robotics. Its competitive advantages include its advanced technology and experienced workforce.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for offshore energy services is estimated in the hundreds of billions of dollars. Helix captures a portion through its specialized services, with growing demand for well intervention and decommissioning impacting its position.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Specialized expertise in subsea well intervention and robotics
- Strong customer relationships
- Advanced technology and equipment
- Diversified service offerings
Weaknesses
- Dependence on oil and gas prices
- Capital intensive operations
- Exposure to environmental risks
- Geographic concentration in certain regions
Opportunities
- Growing demand for decommissioning services
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Adoption of new technologies
- Increased outsourcing of subsea services
Threats
- Fluctuations in oil and gas prices
- Intense competition
- Regulatory changes
- Environmental concerns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- OII
- SLB
- HAL
- FTI
Competitive Landscape
Helix has a competitive advantage in niche subsea services. However, its market share varies by service line and region, and it competes with larger, more diversified players like Schlumberger and Halliburton.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been cyclical, influenced by oil and gas prices and demand for offshore services.
Future Projections: Analysts project growth in revenue and earnings driven by increased demand for well intervention and decommissioning services.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in new technologies and expansion into new geographic markets.
Summary
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc. is a strong player in the subsea services market, particularly in well intervention and robotics. Its financial performance is tied to oil and gas prices, so it must manage risks. The increasing demand for decommissioning services presents a significant growth opportunity. The company is well-positioned for the future with its specialized expertise and technology.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
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- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market data and projections are subject to change.
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About Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1997-07-01 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Owen E. Kratz | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Equipment & Services | Full time employees 2313 | Website https://www.helixesg.com |
Full time employees 2313 | Website https://www.helixesg.com |
Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, an offshore energy services company, provides specialty services to the offshore energy industry in Brazil, the United States, North Sea, the Asia Pacific, West Africa, and internationally. The company operates through four segments: Well Intervention, Robotics, Production Facilities, and Shallow Water Abandonment segments. It engages in the installation of flowlines, control umbilicals, and manifold assemblies and risers; trenching and burial of pipelines; installation and tie-in of riser and manifold assembly; commissioning, testing, and inspection; and cable and umbilical lay. The company also provides well intervention, intervention engineering, and production enhancement services; coiled tubing operations; and inspection, repair, and maintenance IRM of production structures, trees, jumpers, risers, pipelines, and subsea equipment, as well as related support services. In addition, it offers reclamation and remediation services; well plug and abandonment P&A services; pipeline, cable and umbilical abandonment services; and site inspections. Additionally, the company offers oil and natural gas processing facilities and services; and fast response system, as well as site clearance and subsea support services. Further, it provides offshore oilfield decommissioning and reclamation, subsea infrastructure flushing and abandonments, platform decommissioning and structure removals, subsea site clearance, project management, engineered solutions, intervention, maintenance, repair, heavy lift, and commercial diving services. It serves independent oil and gas producers and suppliers, pipeline transmission companies, renewable energy companies, and offshore engineering and construction firms. The company was formerly known as Cal Dive International, Inc. and changed its name to Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc. in March 2006. The company was incorporated in 1979 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

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