Valaris Limited WT(VAL-WT)

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2-STAR RATING
PASS
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$8.24
10/02/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for VAL-WT

10/02/2026: VAL-WT (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Valaris Limited is an offshore contract drilling company that provides specialized services to major global oil and gas producers. Its primary business strength lies in a modern fleet of high-specification drillships and jackup rigs that are well-positioned for current market demand. The main growth opportunity resides in the recovery of offshore exploration and production spending, which drives higher utilization and day rates. However, investors face risks related to the company's high sensitivity to volatile energy prices and the capital-intensive nature of maintaining specialized rigs. This stock is best suited for investors who understand the cyclical nature of the energy sector and are monitoring rig utilization trends and global oil price dynamics.

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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 styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitCapital appreciation depends heavily on cyclical energy market recoveries.
Momentum investorStrong fit while signal remains positiveThe stock can experience significant moves during upswings in oil price sentiment.
Value investorMixed fitAsset-heavy balance sheets can make valuation difficult to assess during cyclical troughs.
Dividend investorWeak fitThe company currently prioritizes reinvestment over dividend distribution.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh operational leverage and commodity price sensitivity lead to significant volatility.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighThe business is directly impacted by fluctuations in global oil and gas prices.
Valuation riskMedium / highCyclical peak/trough valuations can fluctuate widely based on market sentiment.
Competition risk (offshore drilling capacity)Medium / highOvercapacity in the rig market can put downward pressure on day rates.
Business qualityMediumThe company requires ongoing high capital expenditure to maintain its specialized fleet.
Dividend incomeLow / noneInvestors should not expect regular income from dividends.
Execution riskMediumSuccessfully managing large-scale offshore projects is complex and safety-critical.

Price Behavior

Strong Uptrend
PRICE PATH

Strong Uptrend

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

Extreme Price Shocks
PRICE STABILITY

Extreme Price Shocks

The stock has experienced exceptionally large and disruptive price movements during the period.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 120.44%
Avg. Invested days 22
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
VAL-WT receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by soft analyst coverage.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
VAL-WT has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and soft ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, strong earnings growth (+163.2%) and solid cash generation (FCF margin 8.6%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+0.3%), very low insider ownership of 0.00%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
VAL-WT's financial health is supported by solid cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (8.6% of revenue). Liquidity is moderate (3 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is VAL-WT's strongest growth driver at +303.3% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, earnings growth (+163.2%, strong) is also strong, while revenue growth (+0.3%, moderate) holds the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 0.0% (soft) and 0.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (soft). Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
VAL-WT generates approximately $250 of gross profit, $209 of operating income, and $86 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Moderate margins and weak cash conversion support a 3-star rating, while capital efficiency is strong.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -77.28% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
VAL-WT has a relatively low-volatility profile. No single quantitative factor dominates as a drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Low VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size ETF
Market Capitalization 0 USD
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Volume (30-day avg) 6.8K shares
Beta -
52 Weeks Range 1.63 - 25.82
Updated Date 02/26/2025
52 Weeks Range 1.63 - 25.82
Updated Date 02/26/2025
Dividends yield (FY) -
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How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Offshore Drilling ContractsDay-rate revenue from drillships and jackup rigs.Revenue is earned by leasing drilling rigs to oil companies on a contract basis.
Geographic OperationsOperations in the North Sea, Middle East, and Gulf of Mexico.Geographic diversification helps mitigate regional regulatory and economic risks.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

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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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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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About Valaris Limited WT

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters -
IPO Launch date 2021-05-03
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Full time employees -
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