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Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc (HLX)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: HLX (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
6 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
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 |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 967.17M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 20.56 | 1Y Target Price 10.12 |
Price to earnings Ratio 20.56 | 1Y Target Price 10.12 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 6 | Beta 1.53 | 52 Weeks Range 5.52 - 12.33 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 5.52 - 12.33 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
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 20.56 | Forward PE 113.64 | Enterprise Value 1290678070 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.76 |
Enterprise Value 1290678070 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.76 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.01 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.77 | Shares Outstanding 146986000 | Shares Floating 137011132 |
Shares Outstanding 146986000 | Shares Floating 137011132 | ||
Percent Insiders 6.75 | Percent Institutions 91.26 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc. (HLX) was founded in 1980 as Cal Dive International, Inc. It evolved through acquisitions and organic growth, becoming a prominent offshore energy services company specializing in well intervention and robotics operations. Its name was changed to Helix Energy Solutions Group in 2006 to better reflect its expanded service offerings.
Core Business Areas
- Well Intervention: Provides services to extend the life of oil and gas wells, increase production, and address well integrity issues using specialized vessels and equipment. This includes subsea well intervention, coiled tubing operations, and wireline services.
- Robotics: Offers remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and other robotic technologies for subsea inspection, repair, and maintenance (IRM) activities. These services support offshore construction, decommissioning, and pipeline operations.
- Production Facilities: Provides services related to operations in oil and gas production regions.
Leadership and Structure
Owen Kratz is the President and CEO of Helix Energy Solutions Group. The company has a traditional corporate structure with various departments reporting to the CEO, overseen by a Board of Directors.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Subsea Well Intervention Services: These services, involving specialized vessels, are designed to enhance well productivity and lifespan. Market share data is difficult to specify, but they hold a significant position in the deepwater Gulf of Mexico. Competitors include Schlumberger (SLB), Halliburton (HAL) and Baker Hughes (BKR).
- ROV Services: ROV services offer inspection, repair, and maintenance of subsea infrastructure using remotely operated vehicles. Again, precise market share data is difficult to find but Helix is one of the largest providers of ROV services in the GoM. Competitors include Oceaneering International (OII) and Subsea 7 (SUBCY).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The offshore energy services industry is cyclical, driven by oil and gas prices and investment in offshore exploration and production. It is currently recovering from a downturn caused by lower oil prices and the COVID-19 pandemic. Growth is driven by decommissioning, and ageing infrastructures and a need for more oil and gas exploration.
Positioning
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc. is positioned as a leading provider of well intervention and robotics services, particularly in deepwater environments. Its competitive advantages include specialized vessels, technical expertise, and a strong safety record.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
Estimates vary, but the global offshore well intervention market is projected to reach billions of dollars annually. Helix is well-positioned to capture a portion of this market through its specialized capabilities.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Specialized vessel fleet
- Technical expertise in well intervention and robotics
- Strong safety record
- Established relationships with major oil and gas companies
- Presence in key offshore markets
Weaknesses
- Cyclical business model
- High capital expenditures
- Dependence on oil and gas prices
- Exposure to weather-related risks
- Debt levels
Opportunities
- Increasing demand for well intervention services
- Growth in decommissioning activities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Adoption of new technologies
- Strategic acquisitions
Threats
- Fluctuations in oil and gas prices
- Increased competition
- Regulatory changes
- Environmental concerns
- Technological obsolescence
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- OII
- SLB
- HAL
- BKR
- TDW
Competitive Landscape
Helixu2019s advantages lie in their specialized vessels and focused expertise. Disadvantages stem from their smaller scale relative to industry giants like Schlumberger, Halliburton and Baker Hughes. HLX is focused on the Gulf of Mexico and Brazil; this helps it to dominate there.
Major Acquisitions
Alliance Engineering
- Year: 2019
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 120
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Helix's decommissioning capabilities and enhanced its engineering expertise.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been variable due to the cyclical nature of the oil and gas industry. Check HLX filings for accurate historical growth numbers.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on industry forecasts and company-specific initiatives. Analyst estimates can be found on financial news websites.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include fleet upgrades, expansion into new service offerings, and strategic acquisitions.
Summary
Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc. is a key player in the offshore energy services market, specializing in well intervention and robotics. Its strengths lie in its specialized fleet and technical expertise, positioning it well to capitalize on growing demand for well intervention and decommissioning. The company faces challenges from oil price volatility and competition. Continued strategic acquisitions and technological innovation will be crucial for sustained growth.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Financial News Websites (e.g., Yahoo Finance, Bloomberg)
- Industry Reports
- Company Investor Relations
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and is not financial advice. Investment decisions should be based on individual research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data is estimated and may vary.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
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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