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Tidewater Inc(TDW)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for TDW
10/26/2026: TDW (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Tidewater Inc is a major global provider of offshore support vessels (OSVs) that serve the international oil and gas industry. The company has a leading position in the offshore marine sector, largely built through strategic acquisitions that have expanded its fleet scale and geographic reach. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the current recovery of offshore exploration and production spending and potential expansion into the offshore wind market. However, the company faces significant risks, including high capital intensity, cyclical commodity price exposure, and execution risks related to fleet integration. It is generally best suited for growth-oriented investors comfortable with high sector volatility and long-term commodity cycles.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Strong fit | Tidewater benefits from the cyclical recovery in offshore exploration and production spending. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock has demonstrated strong upward momentum correlated with offshore sector performance. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation fluctuates based on cyclical energy market sentiment rather than traditional stable earnings. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company currently prioritizes reinvestment and debt management over regular dividends. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The stock is highly volatile and exposed to the inherent risks of the oil and gas sector. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock price is highly sensitive to Brent and WTI oil price changes. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Market pricing can swing rapidly based on short-term commodity cycles. |
| Competition risk (Energy sector marine services) | Medium | Intense competition from private fleets can pressure day rates. |
| Business quality | Medium | Capital-intensive nature and cyclicality create inherent business challenges. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Tidewater is not currently structured as an income-generating dividend stock. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successfully integrating large fleets like Solstad's requires operational discipline. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 5.99% | Avg. Invested days 29 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/26/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
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Company Fundamentals
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Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.28B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.53 | 1Y Target Price 94.88 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.53 | 1Y Target Price 94.88 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 550.2K shares | Beta 0.6 | 52 Weeks Range 47.60 - 101.58 | Updated Date 10/25/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 47.60 - 101.58 | Updated Date 10/25/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.91 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Vessel Operations | Day-rate revenue from renting PSVs, AHTS, and other support vessels to energy companies. | Tidewater makes money by essentially acting as the 'trucking company' for offshore oil rigs. |
| Geography (Global) | Operations in Americas, Middle East, Africa, and Europe. | Revenue is globally diversified, meaning it is not dependent on a single country's energy policy. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.53 | Forward PE 36.36 | Enterprise Value 4.45B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.18 |
Enterprise Value 4.45B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.18 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.3 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.74 | Shares Outstanding 49.76M | Shares Floating 45.99M |
Shares Outstanding 49.76M | Shares Floating 45.99M | ||
Percent Insiders 1.69 | Percent Institutions 118.33 |
Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
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