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Oceaneering International Inc(OII)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
4-STAR RATING
PASS
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$44.81
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for OII

10/09/2026: OII (4-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Oceaneering International is a global provider of engineered services and hardware, specializing in robotics for the energy, defense, and renewable sectors. The company is a major player in subsea operations, known for its technical expertise and deepwater capabilities. Its primary growth opportunity lies in diversifying into the offshore wind market and advanced autonomous systems. However, the stock faces risks related to oil market volatility, high competition, and cyclical capital expenditure cycles. It is best suited for growth-oriented investors willing to tolerate industry-specific volatility, with stakeholders encouraged to monitor energy commodity trends and the progression of the company's renewable energy and aerospace initiatives.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers growth potential through energy sector recovery, but is subject to cyclical industry headwinds.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveStrong fit during periods of high oil price environments and increased offshore rig activity.
Value investorMixed fitValuation fluctuates significantly based on energy sector sentiment rather than stable cash flow metrics.
Dividend investorWeak fitOceaneering does not currently offer a dividend, making it unsuitable for income-focused portfolios.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh exposure to energy commodity volatility leads to significant stock price swings.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe stock price is highly sensitive to fluctuations in oil and gas prices.
Valuation riskMedium / highValuations are highly cyclical and dependent on future offshore development spending.
Competition risk (Energy Services)MediumIntense competition for projects limits pricing power in the subsea services market.
Business qualityMediumThe company maintains strong engineering expertise but faces significant operational risks.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThere is no dividend income stream for shareholders.
Execution riskMediumLarge offshore projects involve complex engineering and logistical challenges that can impact margins.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 43.12%
Avg. Invested days 36
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
OII receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
OII has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+139.9%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 7.5%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+4.6%), modest insider ownership of 1.28%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
OII's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (7.5% of revenue). Profitability is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Earnings growth is OII's strongest growth driver at +139.9% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, free-cash-flow growth (+116.3%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (+4.6%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 108.1% and approximately 98.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 1.28% provides only moderate management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 16.48%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 7.96%
State Street Corp 5.02%
Brown Advisory Holdings Inc 4.99%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.51%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
OII generates approximately $204 of gross profit, $109 of operating income, and $75 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Soft margins explain the 2-star rating, with soft cash conversion and strong capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -23.74% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
OII has a high-quality, liquid profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.46B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 12.88
1Y Target Price 46
Price to earnings Ratio 12.88
1Y Target Price 46
Volume (30-day avg) 855.7K shares
Beta 1.25
52 Weeks Range 22.02 - 54.25
Updated Date 10/11/2026
52 Weeks Range 22.02 - 54.25
Updated Date 10/11/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 3.48

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Subsea RoboticsROV services and subsea autonomous technology.The company's core business relies on helping customers work in deep underwater environments.
Manufactured ProductsSubsea umbilicals, risers, and specialized hardware.This segment manufactures the complex hardware needed to build and operate subsea infrastructure.
GeographyOperations in North America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.Revenue is globally distributed, making the company dependent on international energy investment trends.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Revenue by Geography

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Valuation

Trailing PE 12.88
Forward PE 18.76
Enterprise Value 4.77B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.55
Enterprise Value 4.77B
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.55
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.67
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.35
Shares Outstanding 99.53M
Shares Floating 97.97M
Shares Outstanding 99.53M
Shares Floating 97.97M
Percent Insiders 1.28
Percent Institutions 108.11

Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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