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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/15/2025: NE (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
1 Year Target Price $34.2
1 Year Target Price $34.2
5 | Strong Buy |
2 | Buy |
4 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -39.62% | Avg. Invested days 25 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.81B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 15.94 | 1Y Target Price 34.2 |
Price to earnings Ratio 15.94 | 1Y Target Price 34.2 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 11 | Beta 1.12 | 52 Weeks Range 16.45 - 34.61 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 16.45 - 34.61 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 6.55% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.9 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
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Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 9.39% | Operating Margin (TTM) 16.69% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.73% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.18% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 15.94 | Forward PE 26.81 | Enterprise Value 6449056974 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.46 |
Enterprise Value 6449056974 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.46 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.87 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.7 | Shares Outstanding 158824992 | Shares Floating 155904013 |
Shares Outstanding 158824992 | Shares Floating 155904013 | ||
Percent Insiders 21 | Percent Institutions 76.87 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Noble Corporation plc
Company Overview
History and Background
Noble Corporation plc, founded in 1921, has evolved from an oil production company to a leading offshore drilling contractor. It has grown through acquisitions and technological advancements, experiencing restructuring and adaptation to market conditions.
Core Business Areas
- Offshore Drilling Services: Provides contract drilling services to the oil and gas industry. Operates a fleet of mobile offshore drilling units (MODUs) including drillships and jackups.
Leadership and Structure
Robert Eifler is the President and CEO. The company has a board of directors and a structured management team overseeing operations, finance, and strategy.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Drillships: Offers dynamically positioned drillships capable of operating in ultra-deepwater environments. The market is highly competitive. Competitors include Transocean, Valaris, and Diamond Offshore. Revenue from drillships is highly variable due to contract rates and utilization.
- Jackup Rigs: Provides self-elevating mobile offshore drilling units for shallow water drilling. Competitors include Borr Drilling, Shelf Drilling, and Valaris. Utilization and dayrates for jackups fluctuate with oil prices.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The offshore drilling industry is cyclical and depends heavily on oil and gas prices. It is characterized by periods of oversupply and undersupply of drilling rigs.
Positioning
Noble is a key player in the offshore drilling market, recognized for its fleet of modern drilling rigs and experienced personnel. Its competitive advantages include strong operational capabilities and a global presence.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global offshore drilling market is expected to be worth hundreds of billions USD. Noble is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its fleet and expertise.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Modern fleet of drilling rigs
- Global operational footprint
- Experienced management team
- Strong safety record
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Dependence on volatile oil and gas prices
- Exposure to cyclical industry downturns
- High operating costs
Opportunities
- Increased offshore exploration and production activity
- Growing demand for deepwater drilling
- Development of new technologies
- Potential for consolidation in the industry
Threats
- Fluctuations in oil and gas prices
- Environmental regulations
- Competition from other drilling contractors
- Geopolitical risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- RIG
- VAL
- DO
Competitive Landscape
Noble has a modern fleet but faces stiff competition. Advantages include geographic footprint; disadvantages involve high debt.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been cyclical, with periods of rapid expansion followed by downturns.
Future Projections: Future growth depends on oil and gas prices and the demand for offshore drilling services.
Recent Initiatives: Noble has been focused on fleet optimization and cost reduction.
Summary
Noble Corporation faces a cyclical industry reliant on oil and gas prices. While possessing a modern fleet and global presence, high debt and industry volatility present challenges. Effective fleet management and strategic acquisitions are crucial for future success. Monitoring market conditions and adapting to industry changes is imperative.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Industry reports
- Financial news sources
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions 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.
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 Noble Corporation plc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Robert W. Eifler | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Drilling | Full time employees 5000 | Website https://www.noblecorp.com |
Full time employees 5000 | Website https://www.noblecorp.com |
Noble Corporation plc operates as an offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry worldwide. The company provides contract drilling services through its fleet of mobile offshore drilling units. It operates drilling rigs, such as floaters and jackups. Noble Corporation plc was founded in 1921 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

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