SLB Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 3/6
SLB is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 2.15% that is well covered by earnings. Next payment date is on 9th July, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 3rd June, 2026.
Key information
2.2%
Dividend yield
0.4%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 2.6% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 2.5% |
| Dividend Growth | -9.7% |
| Next dividend pay date | 09 Jul 26 |
| Ex dividend date | 03 Jun 26 |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 50% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 07
SLB: A High-Tech Way To Play The Oil Industry
Summary SLB N.V. remains a soft Buy despite near-term headwinds, supported by resilient technology-driven segments and solid Q1 2026 results. Digital and Production Systems segments are delivering high-margin growth, offsetting declines in Reservoir Performance and Well Construction due to geopolitical disruptions. Q1 2026 revenue beat expectations at $8.72 billion, with profitability in line, though some segments face pricing and activity pressures from the Iran conflict. SLB trades at mid-pack valuation among peers; long-term optimism is anchored in digital expansion, offshore spending, and post-2026 oil/gas investment recovery. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • May 02
SLB: Oil Services Repositioning And AI Partnerships Will Shape Fairly Balanced Outlook
Analysts have lifted the SLB fair value estimate from $56.36 to $60.33, reflecting a series of higher price targets across the Street that are tied to updated models on revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SLB clusters around a series of higher price targets, with analysts updating their models on revenue, margins, and P/E assumptions following the latest company disclosures.
New Narrative • Apr 24
SLB NV (SLB): Digital Resilience Amidst Geopolitical Turbulence
SLB NV (SLB) , the world’s largest oilfield services company, enters the afternoon of Friday, April 24, 2026 , following its Q1 2026 earnings report released earlier today. The energy titan delivered a performance defined by operational resilience, reporting a Non-GAAP EPS of $0.52 , which matched Wall Street expectations.Narrative Update • Apr 18
SLB: Oil Services Repositioning And AI Partnerships Will Shape Future Risk Profile
The analyst fair value estimate for SLB shifts to $56.36 from $55.43, as analysts factor in updated models that reflect slightly higher revenue growth assumptions, a modestly higher future P/E, and recent Street price target increases across several firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SLB shows a cluster of price target increases from a wide set of firms, with only one downgrade in the mix.Narrative Update • Apr 04
SLB: Venezuela Upside And Production Repositioning Will Shape Future Risk Profile
Analysts have modestly lifted the SLB fair value estimate to $55.43 from $55.05, reflecting incremental tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions, alongside a series of higher Street price targets across the sector. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a cluster of higher price targets for SLB, tempered by a small group of more cautious voices.
Narrative Update • Mar 21
SLB: ChampionX Integration And Portfolio Shift Will Support Multi Year Upside
Analyst price targets for SLB have moved higher into the mid $50s, even as some models reflect softer near term revenue and slightly higher discount rates. Many analysts point to what they see as a still supportive backdrop for oilfield services activity and more resilient long term customer plans.Narrative Update • Mar 06
SLB: ChampionX Integration And Venezuela Reentry Will Drive Multi-Year Upside Potential
Our updated narrative on SLB reflects a higher analyst price target of $66.66, up from $56.41, as analysts factor in Street research pointing to firmer revenue growth assumptions, slightly higher profit margins, and a richer future P/E multiple, while keeping discount rate expectations broadly stable despite ongoing geopolitical debate. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around SLB has tilted more constructive, with several bullish analysts lifting price targets and, in some cases, upgrading their stance.Narrative Update • Feb 20
SLB: Production Repositioning And Venezuela Exposure Will Shape Balanced Forward Risk Profile
Our updated SLB narrative reflects a modest increase in the analyst price target to about $55 per share, with analysts pointing to refined assumptions around fair value, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E after a wave of recent target hikes and one downgrade across the Street. Analyst Commentary Street research on SLB has been active, with several firms revising price targets and ratings in recent weeks.Narrative Update • Feb 06
SLB: Repositioning Toward Production And Venezuela Optionality Will Shape Future Upside Risk Balance
The analyst price target for SLB has been lifted to US$54.08 from US$45.31 as analysts factor in updated Street research that points to slightly lower growth and discount rate assumptions, along with higher profit margin and P/E expectations for the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SLB reflects an active debate around how much upside remains in the shares, but with a clear tilt toward higher valuation assumptions as more firms lift their price targets.
Narrative Update • Jan 23
SLB: Venezuela Euphoria And Weak Oil Prices Will Pressure Future Returns
Narrative Update Analysts have nudged their SLB price expectations higher, with our fair value estimate moving from US$38.00 to about US$40.07 as they factor in modestly stronger long term revenue growth, slightly higher profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple supported by a recent wave of price target increases across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent research on SLB shows a mix of optimism on long term fundamentals and caution on shorter term risks.Narrative Update • Jan 08
SLB: Macro Headwinds And Weaker Oil Prices Will Pressure Future Performance
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for SLB up to $38 from $36, citing a modestly lower discount rate, higher assumed revenue growth, and a richer future P/E multiple. These changes are informed by recent price target moves that balance optimism on activity and digital tailwinds with caution around macro and valuation risks.Narrative Update • Dec 17
SLB: Digital Segment And AI Partnerships Will Drive Multi-Year Upside Potential
SLB's fair value estimate has edged down slightly to approximately $56.41 from about $56.68 as analysts moderate their price targets amid mixed revisions, balancing optimism around the company's digital tailwinds and solid core execution against sector wide macro uncertainty and longer dated performance risks. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary on SLB reflects a generally constructive stance, with bullish analysts highlighting the company’s execution in its core businesses and the growing contribution from its digital segment as key factors supporting valuation, even as sector wide macro risks persist.Narrative Update • Dec 03
SLB: Digital Expansion Will Drive Long-Term Upside Despite Macro Headwinds
Analysts have modestly trimmed their blended price target on SLB by about $1 to reflect a slightly higher discount rate and only marginal improvements in long term growth and profitability assumptions, even as they highlight company specific digital and international tailwinds that help offset sector wide macro risks. Analyst Commentary Street commentary on SLB reflects a mix of optimism around structural growth drivers and caution on the macro backdrop, resulting in only modest net changes to price targets and largely unchanged ratings.Narrative Update • Nov 19
SLB: Digital Segment Momentum And Offshore Opportunities Will Drive Long-Term Upside
The analyst price target for SLB shifted slightly higher, rising by $0.07 to $45.37 per share. Analysts point to a mix of digital segment momentum and continued market uncertainty driving divergent views on the company's near-term prospects.Narrative Update • Nov 05
SLB: Digital Expansion and AI Momentum Will Drive Long-Term Energy Sector Upside
Analysts have slightly raised their price target for SLB from $45.16 to $45.30, citing ongoing improvements to revenue growth and profit margin forecasts, as well as new digital segment momentum and sector tailwinds. This comes despite continued macroeconomic uncertainty reflected in recent market research.Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analysts Weigh Digital Growth and Energy Trends as SLB Valuation Shifts Amid Mixed Signals
SLB's average analyst price target has edged lower, dropping from $46.02 to $45.16 per share. Analysts are weighing mixed sector trends and persistent commodity headwinds against growth in digital solutions and renewed interest in long-cycle energy investments.Narrative Update • Oct 08
Rising Global Energy Demand Will Drive Digital And Low-Carbon Expansion
The analyst price target for Schlumberger has been trimmed slightly from $46.69 to $46.02, as analysts cite persistent commodity headwinds and a challenging outlook for key markets. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst commentary on Schlumberger presents a mix of optimistic and cautious perspectives, with several adjustments to price targets reflecting ongoing industry and market dynamics.Narrative Update • Sep 11
Rising Global Energy Demand Will Drive Digital And Low-Carbon Expansion
Despite ongoing macro uncertainty, subdued international activity, and poor sector sentiment offset by optimism around AI-driven structural gains and potential sector re-rating, Schlumberger’s consensus analyst price target has been modestly raised from $45.43 to $46.69. Analyst Commentary Commodity headwinds and macro uncertainty, including OPEC+ developments, tariffs negotiations, and geopolitical risks, are restricting upside potential and leading to cautious customer activity.Seeking Alpha • Apr 29
Schlumberger: There Are Better Choices In The Oil And Gas Industry
Summary Schlumberger is a leading oilfield services company facing market headwinds, including falling WTI prices and energy transition pressures, yet it remains a tech innovator. SLB's four core divisions—Digital & Integration, Reservoir Performance, Well Construction, and Production Systems—drive its diverse revenue streams and global market presence. The ChampionX acquisition strengthens SLB's North American presence and offers $400 million in annual synergies, enhancing competitive advantage against peers like Halliburton and Baker Hughes. Despite low margins, SLB shows strong growth metrics, a 3.18% dividend yield, and a low P/E ratio, making it a potentially undervalued investment opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 23
Schlumberger: One Of My Biggest Contrarian Plays For 2025 Is Outperforming The Market
Summary Schlumberger is up 6.74% YTD, outperforming major index funds, driven by strong fundamentals and increasing energy demand for data centers and AI advancements. SLB's robust financials include $36.29 billion in 2024 revenue, $4.19 billion in free cash flow, and a dividend yield of 2.78%, trading at less than 12x 2025 earnings. Risks include commodity price fluctuations, geopolitical instability, and competition from Halliburton and Baker Hughes, but SLB's technological edge and capital allocation mitigate these concerns. The macroeconomic environment, including increased CapEx spending and energy demand, positions SLB for continued growth, with a target share price exceeding $50 by the end of 2025. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 20
Schlumberger: Energy Diversification, Some AI, Shareholder-Friendly Company
Summary Oil prices remain stable at around $70 per barrel, with low volatility and balanced supply-demand dynamics, contributing to a calm energy market in 2025. Schlumberger has underperformed since Q3 2023 but shows value with recent earnings beats, strong digital business growth, and shareholder-friendly moves. Despite a troubling chart, SLB's valuation is attractive, with a 6.6% FCF yield and potential for operating leverage driving future earnings. Key risks include lower oil prices, reduced demand, regulatory actions, and technical integration challenges, but I reiterate a buy rating if shares dip into the $40s. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 20
Schlumberger: The Market Liked The Earnings Report
Summary After a year of stock price declines, SLB's earnings report was received enthusiastically by the market. The 2025 revenue may be flat, but cash flows and shareholder returns are still going to increase. The market may have been pricing too much bad news, and the Friday price action suggests the sentiment may start to change. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 31
Schlumberger: Relief Insight For Investors
Summary Schlumberger is highly influenced by oil prices, with 80% of revenues projected from oil prices 15 months prior, making valuation challenging. SLB has historically overpaid for acquisitions, leading to significant asset write-downs and poor returns for long-term investors. Despite being asset-intensive, SLB is currently cheaply priced relative to its intrinsic value, with a potential upside if oil prices rise. Insider trading suggests overvaluation concerns, but the stock is rated a BUY due to its current low price and potential oil price recovery. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Dec 23
Schlumberger: Overlooked AI Play And One Of My Biggest Contrarian Ideas For 2025
Summary I believe Schlumberger is undervalued and poised for a turnaround in 2025, driven by its strong financials and AI integration. SLB trades at less than 11 times earnings, offers a 3% dividend yield, and is aggressively buying back shares, signaling confidence in its valuation. Despite a 30% YTD decline, SLB's robust cash flow, low debt, and strategic capital allocation make it a compelling investment for long-term value. The macroeconomic environment, including potential deregulation under President Trump and increased oil production, sets up favorably for SLB's growth and profitability. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 25
Schlumberger: Buy This Oilfield Service Leader
Summary Schlumberger has 4 key revenue streams and operates globally. Its narrative is focusing on capital discipline, operating efficiency and margins as it improves margins. Schlumberger's strong cash flows provides flexibility to give back to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends. Its optimized, de-levered financials brings more synergies through strategic acquisitions for future development. The industry outlook does not provide assurance to investors, especially for a cyclical sector like energy. However, Schlumberger's broad portfolio, long-term contracts and upstream specialty enhances resilience to short-term fluctuations. Schlumberger remains well-positioned to scale the latest energy technologies, either as licensed solutions or through partnerships with their growing customer network. This will let them lead the front in the next-generation of energy services. Given its current undervaluation and the gradual recovery of the US economy, I rate Schlumberger a buy. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 30
Schlumberger: Digital Transformation Of The Energy Sector Could Provide Catalysts
Summary Schlumberger is a top-ranked "Magic Formula" stock, combining high earnings yield and return on invested capital for strong performance. The Magic Formula, by Joel Greenblatt, identifies stocks that are both "cheap" and high-quality based on earnings yield and ROIC. Schlumberger, like Baker Hughes, is benefiting from expanding margins in the oil and gas equipment sector. If the US has a new administration in 2025 that encourages more drilling, the equipment sub-sector of energy could be a benefactor. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 19
Schlumberger: Growth May Be Slowing, But The Buybacks Are Accelerating
Summary SLB's Q3 comments suggested slightly muted growth expectations which spooked the market. The more important story is that the growth from the prior couple years is now trickling down to the free cash flow line. 2024 seems to have been the inflection year for share buybacks and 2025 will even more generous in this regard. All these buybacks are happening at a depressed stock price which will provide structural support for EPS down the road. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 09
Schlumberger's Oilfield Services Can Drive Strong Returns
Summary Schlumberger, with a $62 billion market cap, faces challenges during downturns but has rebuilt operations to generate strong returns. The company's future opportunities and shareholder returns are promising, despite risks tied to industry downturns and weaker oil prices. The Federal Reserve's potential rate cuts could signal an economic downturn, impacting Schlumberger's ability to drive future returns. Schlumberger's robust operations and strategic positioning support a positive outlook, though industry volatility remains a significant risk. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 18
Schlumberger Has A Path For Growth; Oil May Be Holding Back The Share Price
Summary Schlumberger is poised for strong growth and margin expansion in 2H24, driven by high-quality backlog turning to revenue. SLB's growth is expected internationally, with deepwater developments in Latin America and Africa, and a focus on gas production in the Middle East and Asia. Management's focus on operational efficiency, strategic resource allocation, and the ChampionX acquisition supports margin improvement and an expansion of offerings. Despite SLB shares' high correlation to WTI prices, SLB's $3b share repurchase commitment for eFY24 and $4b for eFY25 provides shareholders value as they navigate choppy waters. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 03
SLB: Buy High Quality At A Discount
Summary Schlumberger offers a compelling value opportunity with strong business performance, low P/E, and forward growth expectations. The company's focus on resilient market segments and robust digital growth, combined with the pending ChampionX acquisition, positions SLB well for continued growth. SLB has a solid balance sheet, expanding margins, and a robust capital return strategy, including dividends and share buybacks, enhancing shareholder value. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Aug 27
SLB Dividend Will Keep Growing Due To Improved Business Mix
Summary SLB has reorganized its business to focus on less cyclical products and services needed by the broader oil/gas industry. Profit margins are continuing to improve and will support a growing dividend. Valuation is near 20-year lows. Institutional ownership lags behind peers and could be a catalyst for a rising share price if institutional buying picks up. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jul 03
After Another Deal, SLB Offers Among The Best Opportunities In The Energy Space
Summary Schlumberger Limited's strategic moves and partnerships, particularly with TotalEnergies, position it well for long-term growth. Diversification into production chemicals and AI, along with strong international demand, support Schlumberger Limited's potential for success. Attractive valuation, projected EPS growth, and commitment to shareholder returns make Schlumberger Limited a compelling investment opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 03
Schlumberger Limited: Consolidating In Response To Consolidation
Summary Schlumberger Limited is a leader in the oil and gas industry but is still affected by industry fluctuations and (secular) challenges. Schlumberger's revenues have fallen recently but showed some recovery as the outlook is stabilizing, and the business shows modest growth. Schlumberger has seen a 10% decline in share value but is gradually becoming more appealing following a recent acquisition and a solid financial performance. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 17
SLB: Taking Stock With Earnings On The Horizon
Summary SLB, an oil field service company, is a potential investment opportunity in the energy market for those who are bullish. SLB's revenue has grown rapidly, driven by strong drilling activities and increased sales of production systems. The company's digital and integration activities have shown slower growth, but overall profitability has increased. Recent acquisitions are interesting and could bode well, but SLB shares are a bit pricey compared to similar firms. In all, it's alright to be cautiously optimistic about its ability to generate a nice upside. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 08
Schlumberger Is Thinking 10 Years Ahead With The ChampionX Acquisition
Summary Schlumberger acquired ChampionX this past week, primarily for the latter's production chemicals business. The Company is getting the leading spot in a new market and a less risky cash flow stream. SLB is positioning for the 2030s when the E&P spending is expected to transition from new development (capex) to more production optimization (opex). Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 28
Schlumberger: Earnings And FCF Growth On Track, Higher Oil A Tailwind
Summary The SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP) has returned 20% since March 2022 despite oil and gas prices being in the red. Schlumberger Limited (SLB) is the world's largest provider of services and equipment for oil and gas wells, with strong financials and growth opportunities. Following a Q4 EPS beat, I see SLB shares as undervalued with a low PEG ratio, strong EPS growth, and attractive dividend and free cash flow outlooks. I highlight key price levels to watch on the chart. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 04
Schlumberger Has High Growth Potential And Its Stock Should Reflect This
Summary Schlumberger is well-positioned for the next oil megatrend with offshore and deepwater production driving growth. SLB generated exceptionally strong free cash flow growth in FY23; I anticipate growth to continue in eFY24, driven by offshore, new energy, and digital technology. Management increased the dividend rate by 10% and anticipates stable growth in the dividend and buybacks going forward. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Feb 13
Schlumberger: The Best Is Yet To Come
Summary Schlumberger's share price has underperformed the market despite strong financial results and expected EBITDA growth in 2024 and beyond. Market is discounting the end of the industry investment cycle, but management is confident in future growth, especially in international markets / offshore. At around 8.3x expected 2025 EBITDA, the company's valuation offers an attractive entry point compared to the historical average above 11x. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 21
Schlumberger Is A Strong Buy After The Earnings (Rating Upgrade)
Summary SLB reached oversold levels not seen since the regional banking crisis on negative energy sentiment. The Q4 earnings were excellent and the company reiterated its bullish guidance for the next few years. Buying now could yield 30%-40% returns over the next 12-18 months. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 11
Schlumberger: International Markets Providing Support
Summary Even in the face of softening oil markets, Schlumberger's business could continue to benefit from investments offshore and in international markets. Economic weakness in Europe and China, along with an end to OPEC supply cuts, pose threats to Schlumberger's business though. Schlumberger appears fairly valued given near-term risks but should do well if economic conditions remain resilient. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaUpcoming Dividend Payment
Stability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: SLB's dividend payments have been volatile in the past 10 years.
Growing Dividend: SLB's dividend payments have fallen over the past 10 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| SLB Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (SLB) | 2.2% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.4% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.2% |
| Industry Average (Energy Services) | 1.8% |
| Analyst forecast (SLB) (up to 3 years) | 2.5% |
Notable Dividend: SLB's dividend (2.15%) is higher than the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.41%).
High Dividend: SLB's dividend (2.15%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.21%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its reasonable payout ratio (50.2%), SLB's dividend payments are covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonably low cash payout ratio (44.2%), SLB's dividend payments are well covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/11 17:15 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
SLB N.V. is covered by 64 analysts. 25 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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| William Selesky | Argus Research Company |
| Daniel Leben | Baird |
| J. David Anderson | Barclays |