Patterson-UTI Energy Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 0/6
Patterson-UTI Energy's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -2.4%, while the Energy Services industry saw earnings growing at 49.6% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 29.1% per year.
Key information
-2.40%
Earnings growth rate
16.87%
EPS growth rate
| Energy Services Industry Growth | 23.71% |
| Revenue growth rate | 29.11% |
| Return on equity | -3.75% |
| Net Margin | -2.56% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
PTEN: Elevated P E Assumptions Will Likely Outrun Softer Margin Outlook
The analyst price target for Patterson-UTI Energy has been raised by several dollars per share to reflect updated fair value estimates and a higher assumed future P/E, as analysts point to recent target increases across major firms and view current conditions as creating potential opportunities relative to fundamentals. Analyst Commentary Street research on Patterson-UTI Energy has recently centered on shifts in perceived fair value, with multiple firms updating price targets by a few dollars per share.Patterson-UTI: A Return To Drilling Signals Buy
Apr 14
PTEN: Structural Drilling Needs And Geopolitical Dislocations Will Shape Future Cash Flows
Analysts have nudged the average price target on Patterson-UTI Energy higher, with recent increases such as Goldman's move to $9 from $7 and BofA's lift to $7.50 from $7. This reflects views that structural drilling activity and production needs remain intact despite geopolitical risks.PTEN: Sector EBITDA Resets And Geopolitical Dislocations Will Shape Future Activity
Analysts have increased Patterson-UTI Energy's fair value estimate from $10.66 to $11.00, citing a series of higher price targets across the Street and the view that recent geopolitical risks could create dislocations that offer opportunities relative to the company's underlying fundamentals and longer term customer activity plans. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a cluster of bullish analysts lifting their price targets on Patterson-UTI Energy, with several moves coming within a short time frame.
PTEN: Future Cash Returns Will Balance Structural Activity And Geopolitical Execution Risks
Analysts have lifted their average price target for Patterson-UTI Energy to about $8.84 from $7.88, pointing to updated fair value work, revised revenue and margin assumptions, and a higher future P/E multiple supported by a series of recent target increases from major firms citing structural customer activity and limited long term impact from geopolitical risks. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Patterson-UTI Energy centers on how the stock lines up with sector fundamentals, the role of geopolitical risks, and expectations for customer activity in drilling and completion services.PTEN: Sector EBITDA Revisions And Rig Deployment In Vaca Muerta Will Support Upside
Analysts have nudged their Patterson-UTI Energy price targets higher by about $2 overall, citing recalibrated fair value estimates, slightly lower discount rates, more balanced revenue and margin assumptions, and updated P/E expectations that align with recent sector research. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have clustered around a broadly consistent message, with several raising their Patterson-UTI Energy price targets in tight succession.PTEN: Future Cash Returns Will Reflect Mixed Sector Outlook And Execution Risks
Narrative Update The updated analyst price target for Patterson-UTI Energy moves to US$7.88 from about US$7.20, with analysts citing refined fair value estimates, adjusted discount rates, and revised assumptions for revenue trends, profit margins, and future P/E multiples as they factor in recent sector research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Patterson-UTI Energy has centered on updated price targets and how current expectations for sector EBITDA line up with broader consensus over the next few years.PTEN: Sector EBITDA Revisions Will Support Upside As Earnings Visibility Improves
Analysts have lifted their price targets on Patterson-UTI Energy by amounts such as $0.50 and $0.50 to $7.50, reflecting updated EBITDA expectations across the oilfield services group and adjusted assumptions for discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are framing the recent price target moves on Patterson-UTI Energy as part of a broader reassessment of the oilfield services group, with updated views on EBITDA forecasts and sector positioning driving their adjustments.Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTEN) Surges 25% Yet Its Low P/S Is No Reason For Excitement
Jan 23
PTEN: Share Repurchases And Mixed Sector Outlook Will Shape Cash Returns
Narrative Update The updated analyst price target for Patterson-UTI Energy reflects a modest recalibration, with recent Street research split between a move up to US$9 and trims toward US$6. Analysts are factoring in slightly lower modeled fair value, a reduced discount rate, small adjustments to revenue growth assumptions, and a marginally lower future P/E multiple following Q3 results and guidance.PTEN: Recent Earnings Strength Will Support Upside Despite Completions Headwinds
The analyst price target for Patterson-UTI Energy has been lifted from $8.00 to $9.00 per share, as analysts point to better than expected Q3 results, stronger than forecast Q4 guidance, and modestly improved growth expectations, despite lingering concerns about a still softening completions market and medium term performance risk. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research highlights a widening dispersion in views on Patterson-UTI Energy, with bullish analysts focusing on the upside from stronger near term execution and improving visibility into 2025, even as others remain cautious on the medium term completions backdrop.PTEN: Share Repurchases And Near Term Execution Will Support Cash Returns
The analyst price target for Patterson-UTI Energy has been modestly raised to reflect a net upward adjustment of approximately $1, as analysts balance stronger than expected near term results and guidance against softer medium term sector dynamics and valuation normalization in onshore energy services. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary on Patterson-UTI Energy highlights a split view between near term execution upside and medium term uncertainties around activity levels and sector valuations.PTEN: Share Repurchases Will Support Power Exposure Amid Sector Headwinds
Analysts have adjusted their price targets for Patterson-UTI Energy, with estimates now ranging from $6 to $9 per share. This reflects mixed views based on recent earnings performance and evolving sector outlooks.PTEN: Ongoing Share Repurchases Will Drive Confidence Despite Completions Headwinds
Patterson-UTI Energy's analyst price target edged higher, rising by $0.07 to $7.23, as analysts modestly adjusted their forecasts in response to recent quarterly results and updated industry guidance. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates reflect a mix of optimism and caution among analysts tracking Patterson-UTI Energy's outlook.Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTEN) Just Released Its Third-Quarter Results And Analysts Are Updating Their Estimates
Oct 28Energy Services Shifts Will Shape Digital Drilling Outlook in Coming Quarters
The consensus analyst price target for Patterson-UTI Energy has shifted slightly lower. This reflects a range of updated outlooks as analysts weigh recent earnings, sector performance, and evolving market dynamics.US LNG Exports Will Advance Digital Drilling
Patterson-UTI Energy's average analyst price target has moved lower, as analysts cite ongoing softness in the completions market, recent negative sector catalysts, and expectations for activity and pricing declines. This has resulted in target reductions such as $12 from $13 and $6 from $7.Patterson-UTI Energy (NASDAQ:PTEN) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.08
Aug 05Patterson-UTI Energy's (NASDAQ:PTEN) Dividend Will Be $0.08
May 30Does Patterson-UTI Energy (NASDAQ:PTEN) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
May 12Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:PTEN) 27% Dip Still Leaving Some Shareholders Feeling Restless Over Its P/SRatio
Apr 09Patterson-UTI: High Torque To Increased Natural Gas Activity
Feb 13Is Patterson-UTI Energy (NASDAQ:PTEN) Using Too Much Debt?
Feb 07Investor Optimism Abounds Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTEN) But Growth Is Lacking
Jan 15Patterson-UTI: Cheap Despite Leading Yield And Buyback And Power Segment Potential
Dec 20Why I'm Downranking Patterson-UTI To Hold
Dec 05Patterson-UTI Energy's (NASDAQ:PTEN) Dividend Will Be $0.08
Oct 29Patterson-UTI: Prioritizing Free Cash Flow And Shareholder Returns
Oct 28Is Patterson-UTI Energy (NASDAQ:PTEN) A Risky Investment?
Oct 15With Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTEN) It Looks Like You'll Get What You Pay For
Sep 18
Innovative Contracts And Diversification Spark Revenue Growth And Shareholder Value
Commitment to capital-efficient operations and shareholder value enhancement through strategic financial management, including share repurchases and debt reduction.Patterson-UTI Energy (NASDAQ:PTEN) Will Pay A Dividend Of $0.08
Aug 21Patterson-UTI: If We Don't Get Recession Soon, Oil/Gas Could Soar
Aug 09Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. Just Missed EPS By 59%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Aug 01Does Patterson-UTI Energy (NASDAQ:PTEN) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Jun 22Patterson-UTI Energy's (NASDAQ:PTEN) Dividend Will Be $0.08
May 23Patterson-UTI: The Worm Has Turned In Gas
May 22Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Patterson-UTI Energy makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 4,663 | -119 | 257 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 4,827 | -94 | 255 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 4,838 | -136 | 266 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 5,019 | -1,078 | 270 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 5,148 | -1,018 | 270 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 5,378 | -968 | 268 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 5,800 | -854 | 250 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 5,454 | 124 | 229 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 4,865 | 198 | 198 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 4,146 | 246 | 170 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 3,351 | 284 | 144 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 3,067 | 346 | 127 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 2,930 | 283 | 120 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 2,648 | 155 | 117 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 2,326 | -310 | 105 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 1,956 | -454 | 98 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 1,626 | -579 | 96 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 1,357 | -657 | 91 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 1,111 | -399 | 89 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 961 | -428 | 89 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 919 | -475 | 94 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 1,124 | -804 | 103 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 1,396 | -783 | 114 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 1,787 | -933 | 126 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 2,212 | -832 | 136 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 2,471 | -426 | 139 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 2,774 | -541 | 138 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 3,043 | -354 | 137 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 3,222 | -316 | 134 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 3,327 | -321 | 134 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 3,318 | 75 | 136 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 3,136 | 116 | 132 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 2,861 | 35 | 120 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 2,357 | 6 | 106 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 1,816 | -268 | 89 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 1,337 | -318 | 76 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 952 | -312 | 70 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 916 | -319 | 69 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 1,008 | -299 | 68 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 1,224 | -438 | 70 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 1,503 | -370 | 72 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 1,891 | -291 | 75 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 2,454 | -176 | 80 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 2,877 | 63 | 81 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: PTEN is currently unprofitable.
Growing Profit Margin: PTEN is currently unprofitable.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: PTEN is unprofitable, and losses have increased over the past 5 years at a rate of 2.4% per year.
Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare PTEN's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable
Earnings vs Industry: PTEN is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Energy Services industry (-25.8%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: PTEN has a negative Return on Equity (-3.75%), as it is currently unprofitable.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/03 09:03 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. is covered by 44 analysts. 12 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| James West | Barclays |
| Sungeun Kim | Barclays |
| Nicholas Green | Bernstein |