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Seadrill Limited (SDRL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
11/05/2025: SDRL (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
7 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $43
1 Year Target Price $43
| 5 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -16.02% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 11/05/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.92B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 25.96 | 1Y Target Price 43 |
Price to earnings Ratio 25.96 | 1Y Target Price 43 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 1.65 | 52 Weeks Range 17.74 - 42.24 | Updated Date 11/6/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 17.74 - 42.24 | Updated Date 11/6/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.19 |
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 2025-11-05 | When - | Estimate 0.2768 | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5.97% | Operating Margin (TTM) 1.66% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.84% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.6% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 25.96 | Forward PE 18.35 | Enterprise Value 2168054203 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.49 |
Enterprise Value 2168054203 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.49 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.6 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.57 | Shares Outstanding 62225383 | Shares Floating 50233307 |
Shares Outstanding 62225383 | Shares Floating 50233307 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.45 | Percent Institutions 107.31 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Seadrill Limited
Company Overview
History and Background
Seadrill Limited was founded in May 2005. It quickly became a significant player in the offshore drilling industry through acquisitions and expansion. After facing financial difficulties due to the downturn in the oil and gas market, it underwent restructuring and emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2022. It trades over the counter now.
Core Business Areas
- Drilling Rigs: Owns and operates a fleet of offshore drilling rigs, including drillships, semi-submersibles, and jack-up rigs.
- Drilling Services: Provides drilling services to oil and gas companies for exploration and production activities.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team is headed by a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who oversees the company's strategic direction and operations. The organizational structure is typically based on functional departments such as operations, finance, and marketing.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Competitors: Transocean,Valaris,Noble Corporation
- Drillships: Modern drillships capable of operating in ultra-deepwater environments. Market share data is difficult to ascertain precisely post-restructuring but they compete with companies like Transocean. Revenue generation is dependent on day rates and utilization.
- Competitors: Transocean,Valaris,Noble Corporation
- Semi-Submersibles: Offshore rigs for deepwater drilling operations. These rigs are also utilized in harsh environments. Market data is not clear, revenue impacted by day rates.
- Competitors: Valaris,Shelf Drilling
- Jack-Up Rigs: Mobile offshore drilling units suitable for shallow water environments. Demand depends on shallow water drilling programs of Oil companies. Market data is not clear, revenue impacted by day rates.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The offshore drilling industry is cyclical and heavily influenced by oil prices and exploration and production (E&P) spending. Currently, the industry is recovering from a prolonged downturn, with increased demand for drilling services.
Positioning
Seadrill is positioned as a leading provider of offshore drilling services, focusing on technologically advanced rigs and a global operational footprint. The company aims to capitalize on the rising demand for offshore drilling.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global offshore drilling market is estimated to be billions of dollars annually. Seadrill is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its fleet of modern rigs and global presence. The TAM fluctuates significantly with crude oil prices.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Modern and technologically advanced rig fleet
- Global operational footprint
- Strong relationships with key customers
- Experienced management team
- Emergence from bankruptcy provides financial flexibility
Weaknesses
- High debt levels (even post-restructuring)
- Exposure to volatile oil prices
- Dependence on customer spending
- Limited diversification beyond offshore drilling
Opportunities
- Increasing demand for offshore drilling services
- Expansion into new markets and regions
- Technological advancements in drilling equipment
- Partnerships and collaborations with other industry players
- Focus on sustainability and environmentally friendly drilling practices
Threats
- Fluctuations in oil prices
- Geopolitical risks in key operating regions
- Competition from other drilling contractors
- Stringent environmental regulations
- Technological disruptions
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- RIG
- VAL
- NE
Competitive Landscape
Seadrill's advantages include its modern fleet and experienced crew. Disadvantages include its debt load and susceptibility to volatile energy markets. It has repositioned itself to compete within its sector post-bankruptcy, but faces stiff competition from established players with stronger balance sheets
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been erratic due to the cyclical nature of the offshore drilling industry and the company's financial challenges.
Future Projections: Future projections depend on oil price stability and increased drilling activities. Analyst estimates are varied.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include fleet optimization, cost reduction measures, and securing new drilling contracts.
Summary
Seadrill, after restructuring, operates in a cyclical market reliant on oil prices. Its modern fleet is a strength, but debt remains a concern. Increased drilling activity could boost performance, but volatile energy markets and intense competition pose threats. The company's success depends on disciplined cost management and strategic contract wins. Post-bankruptcy, it's still in a position to regain the market that it has lost.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings (limited)
- Industry Reports
- Market Analysis
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change. Due to the nature of the Over-the-Counter market and the company's recent restructuring, access to comprehensive and up-to-date financial data is limited.
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.
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About Seadrill Limited
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2005-12-28 | President & CEO Mr. Simon William Johnson | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Drilling | Full time employees 3300 | Website https://www.seadrill.com |
Full time employees 3300 | Website https://www.seadrill.com | ||
Seadrill Limited provides offshore drilling services to the oil and gas industry worldwide. The company owns and operates drill ships and semi-submersible rigs for operations in shallow and ultra-deep water in benign and harsh environments. It serves oil super-majors, state-owned national oil companies, and independent oil and gas companies. The company was formerly known as Seadrill 2021 Limited. Seadrill Limited was incorporated in 2005 and is based in Hamilton, Bermuda.
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