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RPC Inc (RES)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/28/2025: RES (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
5 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $5.66
1 Year Target Price $5.66
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 4 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -41.8% | Avg. Invested days 27 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.06B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 19.24 | 1Y Target Price 5.66 |
Price to earnings Ratio 19.24 | 1Y Target Price 5.66 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 5 | Beta 0.82 | 52 Weeks Range 4.03 - 7.00 | Updated Date 10/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 4.03 - 7.00 | Updated Date 10/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.35% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.25 |
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 2025-10-30 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.07 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.77% | Operating Margin (TTM) 4.73% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.55% | Return on Equity (TTM) 5% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 19.24 | Forward PE 16.29 | Enterprise Value 947024679 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.74 |
Enterprise Value 947024679 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.74 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.66 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.28 | Shares Outstanding 220616884 | Shares Floating 86172545 |
Shares Outstanding 220616884 | Shares Floating 86172545 | ||
Percent Insiders 59.34 | Percent Institutions 43.29 |
Upturn AI SWOT
RPC Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
RPC, Inc. was founded in 1984. It has grown through acquisitions and organic expansion to become a leading provider of specialized oilfield services and equipment to the oil and gas industry, primarily focused on unconventional oil and gas production.
Core Business Areas
- Technical Services: Provides a range of services including pressure pumping, coiled tubing, wireline, and downhole tools for well intervention and completion.
- Support Services: Offers support services such as rental tools, pipe inspection, and well control services.
Leadership and Structure
Ben M. Palmer serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer. The company is structured with various operating subsidiaries focused on specific service lines.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pressure Pumping: Hydraulic fracturing services to enhance well production. Market share is estimated to be in the single digits against competitors Halliburton and SLB. It contributes a significant portion of RPC's revenue.
- Coiled Tubing: Services using coiled tubing for well interventions and completions. Competitors include Halliburton and Patterson UTI.
- Rental Tools: Provides a variety of specialized tools for rent to the oil and gas industry. Competitors include National Oilwell Varco and Cactus Wellhead.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oilfield services industry is highly cyclical and dependent on oil and gas prices, drilling activity, and technological advancements.
Positioning
RPC is positioned as a mid-sized player, focusing on providing a broad range of services, particularly in the US land market. Its competitive advantage lies in its specialized expertise and responsiveness.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for oilfield services is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. RPC's TAM is tied to North American land drilling and completions activity.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong customer relationships
- Broad service portfolio
- Experienced workforce
- Geographic focus in key shale basins
Weaknesses
- High dependence on North American market
- Sensitivity to commodity price fluctuations
- Smaller scale compared to larger competitors
- Lack of diversification
Opportunities
- Increase market share in existing service lines
- Expand into new geographic areas
- Develop new technologies and services
- Benefit from increased drilling activity
Threats
- Volatile oil and gas prices
- Increased competition
- Technological disruptions
- Environmental regulations
- Economic recession
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HAL
- SLB
- PTEN
Competitive Landscape
RPC competes with larger, more diversified companies. Its advantages lie in its regional focus and responsiveness, but it faces challenges in competing on price and scale.
Major Acquisitions
Thru Tubing Solutions
- Year: 2014
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 93
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded coiled tubing service offerings.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: RPC's growth has been cyclical, with periods of strong growth during oil price booms and periods of contraction during downturns.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary based on oil and gas price forecasts. Growth is expected to be moderate, tied to North American drilling activity.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include focusing on cost optimization and improving operational efficiency.
Summary
RPC Inc. is a mid-sized oilfield service company with a strong presence in North American land operations. The company's cyclical performance is heavily influenced by oil and gas prices. RPC has recently focused on cost optimization and could improve it's market positioning. Investors should monitor energy sector volatility.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Industry Analysis Reports
- Investor Presentations
Disclaimers:
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About RPC Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Atlanta, GA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-12-30 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Ben M. Palmer | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Equipment & Services | Full time employees 2597 | Website https://www.rpc.net |
Full time employees 2597 | Website https://www.rpc.net | ||
RPC, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages provision of a range of oilfield services and equipment for the oil and gas companies involved in the exploration, production, and development of oil and gas properties. The company operates through Technical Services and Support Services segments. The Technical Services segment offers pressure pumping, cementing, downhole tools, coiled tubing, snubbing, nitrogen, well control, wireline, and fishing services that are used in the completion, production, and maintenance of wells, as well as well control training. The Support Services segment provides a range of rental tools drill pipe and related tools, as well as pipe handling, pipe inspection and storage services. It rents its tools for use with onshore and offshore oil and gas well drilling, completion, and workover activities. It operates in Africa, Canada, Argentina, China, Mexico, Latin America, and the Middle East. The company was incorporated in 1984 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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