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Helmerich and Payne Inc (HP)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: HP (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.
Number of Analysts
17 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $21.31
1 Year Target Price $21.31
| 2 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 11 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -6.15% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.01B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 21.31 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 21.31 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 17 | Beta 0.84 | 52 Weeks Range 14.45 - 35.97 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 14.45 - 35.97 | Updated Date 08/29/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 5.06% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.33 |
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 2025-08-06 | When - | Estimate 0.18 | Actual 0.22 |
Profitability
Profit Margin -0.9% | Operating Margin (TTM) 5.84% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.73% | Return on Equity (TTM) -1% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 16.58 | Enterprise Value 4014969423 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.59 |
Enterprise Value 4014969423 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.59 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.17 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.44 | Shares Outstanding 99439800 | Shares Floating 95471189 |
Shares Outstanding 99439800 | Shares Floating 95471189 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.75 | Percent Institutions 99.49 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Helmerich and Payne Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Helmerich & Payne, Inc. was founded in 1920. Initially focused on drilling operations, it expanded into contract drilling and evolved into a leading provider of drilling solutions and technologies for the oil and gas industry.
Core Business Areas
- North America Solutions: This segment provides drilling services and technologies primarily in the U.S. land market, focusing on unconventional shale plays.
- Offshore Gulf of Mexico: This segment serves customers in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, providing platform drilling services.
- International Solutions: This segment includes drilling activities and contracts outside the U.S., including South America, the Middle East, and Africa.
Leadership and Structure
John Lindsay serves as the CEO. The company operates with a board of directors and a structured management team overseeing various segments and support functions.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- FlexRigs: H&P's FlexRigs are advanced drilling rigs equipped with automation and digital technology to improve drilling efficiency. Market share is significant within advanced rig fleets, but precise numbers are not publicly disclosed. Competitors: Nabors Industries, Patterson-UTI Energy.
- Drilling Solutions: Includes directional drilling, managed pressure drilling, and other specialized services to optimize well construction. Revenue figures not separately disclosed. Competitors: Schlumberger, Halliburton, Baker Hughes.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oil and gas drilling industry is highly cyclical and influenced by commodity prices, rig counts, and exploration and production (E&P) spending. Increased demand for oil and gas pushes drilling activity; however, increased supply pushes pricing pressure.
Positioning
H&P is a leading provider of technologically advanced drilling rigs and services. It competes with companies like Nabors Industries and Patterson-UTI Energy. Its competitive advantage lies in its advanced rig technology, automation capabilities, and focus on efficiency.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market (TAM) for oil and gas drilling services is hundreds of billions of dollars globally. H&P captures a portion of this TAM through its drilling services.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Advanced Rig Technology (FlexRigs)
- Strong reputation for safety
- Established relationships with major E&P companies
- Focus on innovation and automation
- Geographically diverse operations
Weaknesses
- High capital expenditure requirements
- Cyclical nature of the oil and gas industry
- Dependence on commodity prices
- Exposure to geopolitical risks
- Potential environmental liabilities
Opportunities
- Expansion into new shale plays
- Increased demand for advanced drilling rigs
- Adoption of automation and digital technologies
- Growth in international markets
- Development of new drilling solutions
Threats
- Decline in oil and gas prices
- Increased competition
- Regulatory changes impacting drilling activities
- Technological obsolescence
- Economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- NAB
- PTEN
- SLB
- HAL
- BKR
Competitive Landscape
H&P's advantages lie in its advanced FlexRig technology and reputation for safety and efficiency. Competitors focus on different regions, different customer segments, or different drilling technologies.
Major Acquisitions
MOTIVE Drilling Technologies
- Year: 2017
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 150
- Strategic Rationale: To enhance H&P's drilling solutions and automation capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been tied to oil and gas market cycles. Expansion into new shale plays and adoption of advanced drilling technologies have fueled growth at times.
Future Projections: Analyst projections would be based on expected oil and gas demand, rig counts, and H&P's ability to maintain market share and introduce new technologies. These projections would be found on any financial source.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives could include investments in automation and digital technologies, expansion into new geographic regions, or strategic acquisitions.
Summary
Helmerich & Payne is a leading drilling contractor with a strong position in the U.S. land market, particularly with its advanced FlexRig technology. Its performance is closely tied to the cyclical nature of the oil and gas industry. While its technological advantage and safety record are strengths, it needs to navigate the challenges of fluctuating commodity prices and increasing competition. Continued investment in innovation will be critical for sustained growth.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
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 Helmerich and Payne Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Tulsa, OK, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1980-10-15 | President, CEO & Director Mr. John W. Lindsay | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Drilling | Full time employees 7000 | Website https://www.helmerichpayne.com |
Full time employees 7000 | Website https://www.helmerichpayne.com | ||
Helmerich & Payne, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides drilling solutions and technologies for oil and gas exploration and production companies. The company operates through North America Solutions, Offshore Gulf of Mexico, and International Solutions segments. The North America Solutions segment conducts operations primarily in Texas, as well as in Colorado, Louisiana, New Mexico, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Utah, West Virginia, and Wyoming. The Offshore Gulf of Mexico segment has drilling operations in Louisiana and in U.S. federal waters in the Gulf of Mexico. The International Solutions segment conducts drilling operations in Saudi Arabia, Argentina, Bahrain, Australia, Colombia, and the United Arab Emirates. The company focuses on developing, promoting, and commercializing technologies designed to enhance the drilling operations, as well as wellbore quality and placement. It also owns and operates commercial real estate properties. In addition, the company's real estate investments include a shopping center. Helmerich & Payne, Inc. was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
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