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RPC Inc (RES)

RPC Inc (RES) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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12/02/2025: RES (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

2 star rating from financial analysts

5 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $5.91

1 Year Target Price $5.91

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$5.91 Target price
52w Low $4
Current$5.4
52w High $6.95

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -39.26%
Avg. Invested days 26
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.19B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 24.55
1Y Target Price 5.91
Price to earnings Ratio 24.55
1Y Target Price 5.91
Volume (30-day avg) 5
Beta 0.63
52 Weeks Range 4.00 - 6.95
Updated Date 12/2/2025
52 Weeks Range 4.00 - 6.95
Updated Date 12/2/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 2.97%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.22

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

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Profitability

Profit Margin 3.12%
Operating Margin (TTM) 5.3%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.79%
Return on Equity (TTM) 4.41%

Valuation

Trailing PE 24.55
Forward PE 16.29
Enterprise Value 1104234675
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.78
Enterprise Value 1104234675
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.78
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.72
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.8
Shares Outstanding 220574475
Shares Floating 86131841
Shares Outstanding 220574475
Shares Floating 86131841
Percent Insiders 59.35
Percent Institutions 42.37

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RPC Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

RPC, Inc. was founded in 1984 and is based in Atlanta, Georgia. It provides a broad range of specialized oilfield services and equipment, primarily to independent and major oilfield companies engaged in the exploration, production, and development of oil and gas properties.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Technical Services: Provides pressure pumping, coiled tubing, and related services.
  • Support Services: Provides rental tools, downhole tools, and other equipment.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team consists of Richard A. Hubbell (President & CEO) and Michael L. Schmit (CFO). The organizational structure is typical of a publicly traded company, with a board of directors overseeing the management team.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Pressure Pumping: Includes fracturing, cementing, and acidizing services. This is a major revenue driver. Competitors include Halliburton, SLB, and Baker Hughes. Market share is difficult to pinpoint exactly, but RPC is a smaller player compared to the majors.
  • Rental Tools: Includes drill pipe, tubulars, and other downhole equipment. Competitors include various rental companies and integrated service providers. Revenue contributions vary depending on market conditions.
  • Downhole Tools: Includes tools used in drilling and completion operations. Competitors include Schlumberger, Baker Hughes, and Halliburton. Revenue contributions vary depending on market conditions.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The oilfield services industry is cyclical and highly dependent on oil and gas prices and drilling activity. Currently, there is a moderate level of activity.

Positioning

RPC Inc. is a mid-sized oilfield services company that focuses on providing specialized services. Its competitive advantages include its strong regional presence and experienced workforce.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The oilfield services market is valued at hundreds of billions of dollars globally. RPC is a smaller player positioned to capture a portion of this TAM in its areas of operation.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong regional presence
  • Experienced workforce
  • Diversified service offerings within oilfield services
  • Solid customer relationships

Weaknesses

  • Smaller scale compared to major competitors
  • Dependence on volatile oil and gas prices
  • Limited international presence

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new geographic markets
  • Increased demand for specialized services
  • Technological advancements in oilfield operations

Threats

  • Fluctuations in oil and gas prices
  • Increased competition
  • Regulatory changes
  • Environmental concerns

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • HAL
  • SLB
  • BKR
  • NOV

Competitive Landscape

RPC competes with larger, more diversified companies and smaller, regional players. It focuses on providing specialized services and building strong customer relationships.

Major Acquisitions

Boomer Oilfield Services

  • Year: 2011
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 121
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded its coiled tubing and pressure pumping services.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Growth has been cyclical, with periods of strong growth followed by downturns.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates vary depending on oil and gas price forecasts. Some analysts predict moderate growth.

Recent Initiatives: RPC focuses on improving operational efficiency and expanding its service offerings.

Summary

RPC Inc. is a mid-sized oilfield service company operating in a cyclical industry. The company has a strong regional presence but is vulnerable to oil and gas price fluctuations. Improved operational efficiency and strategic acquisitions are key to future growth. They need to lookout for competive pressures and the impact of rising costs.

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Data Sources:

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  • Company website
  • Analyst reports
  • Industry publications

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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
Full time employees 2597

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.