Bristow Group Inc.

NYSE:VTOL Stock Report

Market Cap: US$1.3b

Bristow Group Future Growth

Future criteria checks 2/6

Bristow Group is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 18.7% and 6.3% per annum respectively while EPS is expected to grow by 18.1% per annum.

Key information

18.7%

Earnings growth rate

18.07%

EPS growth rate

Energy Services earnings growth19.6%
Revenue growth rate6.3%
Future return on equityn/a
Analyst coverage

Low

Last updated09 Mar 2026

Recent future growth updates

Recent updates

Narrative Update • Apr 26

VTOL: 2026 Multi Mission Expansion Will Underpin Earnings Quality Inflection

Narrative Update: Bristow Group Price Target Shift Analysts have lifted their price target range for Bristow Group to as high as $60, up from $45 to $56 previously, citing expectations that clearing capital hurdles and an expanded multi mission aviation role could improve earnings quality into 2026 and 2027. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a constructive view on Bristow Group, with analysts focusing on its potential earnings profile and role in multi mission aviation services as key drivers behind higher price targets in the US$56 to US$60 range.
Narrative Update • Apr 07

VTOL: 2026 Multi Mission Inflection And Offshore Upswing Will Support Earnings Quality

Narrative Update on Bristow Group The Street's view on Bristow Group has shifted higher, with analyst price targets clustering in the mid to high $50s as analysts point to a potential financial inflection in 2026 and improving earnings quality into 2027. The updated model assumptions keep fair value steady at about $60.67, while reflecting a slightly lower discount rate and marginally adjusted future P/E expectations.
Narrative Update • Mar 24

VTOL: 2026 Offshore Upswing And Multi Mission Expansion Will Lift Earnings Quality

Analysts have lifted their Bristow Group price targets, with one moving from $45 to $56 and another initiating at $60. They point to expectations around a potential financial inflection in 2026 and improving earnings quality into 2027.
Narrative Update • Mar 10

VTOL: Offshore Energy Upswing And Multi Mission Shift Will Drive Earnings Quality

Analysts have lifted their blended price target on Bristow Group from about $55 to roughly $60.67, citing expectations for improved margins, earnings quality and a stronger multi mission aviation services profile into 2026 and 2027. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are framing the recent price target moves around a thesis that Bristow can improve earnings quality and returns as its multi mission aviation portfolio matures into 2026 and 2027.
Narrative Update • Feb 22

VTOL: Offshore Energy Upswing And Air Mobility Plans Will Drive Next Phase

Bristow Group's analyst price target has shifted from $52.50 to $55.00 as analysts factor in updated assumptions around future P/E, margin expectations, and offshore energy demand supporting their longer term earnings quality view into 2027. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a mix of optimism around Bristow Group's earnings quality and the backdrop for offshore energy activity, while also pointing to execution and cycle timing risks that investors should keep in mind.
Seeking Alpha • Feb 11

Bristow Group: Strong Long-Term Setup, Near-Term Execution Still Key

Summary Bristow Group is positioned for medium-term growth, leveraging strong offshore demand in Brazil, Africa, and the Caribbean despite near-term supply chain headwinds. Recent debt refinancing and improved free cash flow have strengthened VTOL’s balance sheet, supporting future capital returns via buybacks and a planned 2026 dividend. I rate VTOL a 'hold' as recent stock gains limit near-term upside, but medium-term prospects remain attractive with reasonable EBITDA growth potential. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Feb 08

Offshore Contract Transitions And Aircraft Constraints Will Shape A Fairly Valued Future

Catalysts About Bristow Group Bristow Group provides helicopter and vertical flight services to offshore energy producers and government agencies, including search and rescue contracts. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update • Feb 07

VTOL: Bullish Coverage And Air Taxi Rollout Will Shape Next Upside Phase

Analysts have modestly adjusted their outlook on Bristow Group, keeping fair value at $52.50 while fine tuning assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E in light of the recent bullish initiation from JonesResearch and similar Street views. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the recent initiation and surrounding Street sentiment as support for the current fair value of $52.50.
New Narrative • Jan 24

Offshore Helicopter Supply Tightness And Government Contracts Will Support Strong Long Term Upside

Catalysts About Bristow Group Bristow Group provides helicopter and fixed wing aviation services to offshore energy producers and government search and rescue contracts across multiple regions. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update • Jan 24

VTOL: Future Air Taxi Routes Will Define Next Phase Of Upside Potential

Analysts have raised their price target on Bristow Group from US$47.50 to US$52.50. They cited updated assumptions for discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E following recent bullish research coverage.
Analysis Article • Jan 06

The Return Trends At Bristow Group (NYSE:VTOL) Look Promising

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Analysis Article • Oct 16

Not Many Are Piling Into Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE:VTOL) Just Yet

When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 19x, you may...
Analysis Article • Jun 11

Here's Why We Think Bristow Group (NYSE:VTOL) Is Well Worth Watching

The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...
Analysis Article • May 15

Bristow Group's (NYSE:VTOL) Solid Earnings Are Supported By Other Strong Factors

Even though Bristow Group Inc.'s ( NYSE:VTOL ) recent earnings release was robust, the market didn't seem to notice. We...
Analysis Article • Apr 08

Bristow Group (NYSE:VTOL) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...
Seeking Alpha • Mar 30

Bristow Group: Recent Weakness Provides Buying Opportunity (Rating Upgrade)

Summary Leading helicopter services provider Bristow Group reported better-than-expected fourth quarter and full-year 2024 results. Results benefited from the persistent outperformance of the company's core Offshore Energy Services segment. With SAR capex requirements largely behind the company, focus is turning to debt reduction and shareholder capital returns. Following recent share price weakness, the company is trading at a bargain valuation of just 3.7x the estimated 2026 EV/adjusted EBITDA. With my model now based on 2026 estimates, I am raising my price target from $43.50 to $53.00 and upgrading the company's stock from "buy" to "strong buy". Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Feb 28

Bristow Group: Undervalued, Profitable, And Ready For Takeoff

Summary Bristow Group is undervalued despite strong cash flow, limited helicopter supply, and growing offshore and government contracts, suggesting long-term growth potential. Q4 2024 saw earnings per share of $1.51, beating expectations, with revenue climbing by $118 million due to higher utilization rates and price increases. The company plans to reduce gross debt to $500 million by 2026, introduce a quarterly dividend, and initiate a $125 million share buyback program. Despite short-term revenue misses and transition costs, Bristow's strong cash flow and strategic growth opportunities justify a “Buy” rating for VTOL stock. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Dec 18

A Piece Of The Puzzle Missing From Bristow Group Inc.'s (NYSE:VTOL) Share Price

It's not a stretch to say that Bristow Group Inc.'s ( NYSE:VTOL ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.7x right now...
Seeking Alpha • Nov 26

Bristow Group: Shareholder Capital Returns Coming Into Sight, Buy

Summary Leading helicopter services provider Bristow Group reported mixed Q3/2024 results, with profitability impacted by temporarily higher operating expenses and revenues falling slightly short of expectations. On the flip side, cash flow from operating activities reached new multi-year highs and management raised full-year expectations for a second consecutive quarter. With the majority of growth capex soon behind the company, I would expect Bristow to start returning capital to the shareholder in the second half of next year. While I would expect lower near-term offshore drilling activity to be a headwind for the company going into 2025, persistent scarcity of offshore helicopters should continue to support charter rates. Consequently, I am reiterating my "Buy" rating on the stock. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Nov 08

Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE:VTOL) Released Earnings Last Week And Analysts Lifted Their Price Target To US$48.50

Shareholders of Bristow Group Inc. ( NYSE:VTOL ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 15% to...
Analysis Article • Nov 07

Bristow Group (NYSE:VTOL) Use Of Debt Could Be Considered Risky

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
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New Narrative • Sep 15

Expanding SAR Contracts And Offshore Services Propel Financial Growth And Stability

Strategic investments in new SAR contracts and optimization of the Americas OES portfolio are poised to significantly improve long-term cash flow and revenue.
Analysis Article • Sep 01

Bristow Group Inc.'s (NYSE:VTOL) Share Price Matching Investor Opinion

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 36.6x Bristow Group Inc. ( NYSE:VTOL ) may be sending very bearish signals...
Seeking Alpha • Aug 14

Bristow Group: Buy On Strong Q2 Results And Raised Outlook

Summary Leading helicopter services provider Bristow Group reported strong Q2/2024 results, with both top- and bottom line results outperforming expectations. With the core offshore energy services segment expected to further improve profitability, the company raised its outlook for both 2024 and 2025. On the conference call, management hinted to the possibility of shareholder capital returns in the form of buybacks and/or dividends starting in the second half of 2025. Reiterating "Buy" rating while raising price target from $35 to $45. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Aug 10

Bristow Group Inc. Just Beat EPS By 140%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next

Shareholders of Bristow Group Inc. ( NYSE:VTOL ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 11% to...
Analysis Article • Aug 09

If EPS Growth Is Important To You, Bristow Group (NYSE:VTOL) Presents An Opportunity

It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...
Seeking Alpha • Jun 10

Bristow Group Will Move Sideways Before Transition Yields Results (Rating Downgrade)

Summary VTOL has stable revenues from long-term government services contracts related to search and rescue. The company's transition to a fully integrated solution will improve its operating margin. The stock is currently reasonably valued compared to its peers, leading to a "hold" rating. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Jun 05

Bristow Group Inc.'s (NYSE:VTOL) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 78% Above Its Share Price

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Bristow Group fair value estimate is US$59.54 Bristow Group's...
Analysis Article • May 10

Market Participants Recognise Bristow Group Inc.'s (NYSE:VTOL) Revenues Pushing Shares 27% Higher

The Bristow Group Inc. ( NYSE:VTOL ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of...
Analysis Article • Apr 27

Bristow Group (NYSE:VTOL) Has A Somewhat Strained Balance Sheet

Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' When we think about how risky a company...
Seeking Alpha • Feb 02

Bristow Group: Contract Wins, Undervaluation Make It A Buy (Rating Upgrade)

Summary VTOL plans to add to its fleet size in 2024 and has secured long-term contracts with the U.K. and Irish coast guards. The company has growth opportunities in Brazil, West Africa, and the Gulf of Mexico, but faces challenges with supply chain continuity. Despite facing headwinds, VTOL's management expects revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth in FY2023 and FY2024, and the stock is relatively undervalued. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Nov 07

Bristow Group: Decent Quarter And Strong Outlook - Buy

Summary Leading aviation services provider Bristow Group Inc. reported vastly improved quarterly results mostly due to higher fleet utilization in the offshore energy services segment. The company raised full-year expectations and affirmed projections for substantially increased profitability next year. Starting in 2025, Bristow will also reap the benefits from material investments in new government SAR contracts which should provide healthy margins and cash flows well into the next decade. Given the company's constructive outlook and undemanding valuation based on my profitability expectations for 2025, I am reiterating my "Buy" rating on the shares with a price target of $35. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts

NYSE:VTOL - Analysts future estimates and past financials data (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsFree Cash FlowCash from OpAvg. No. Analysts
12/31/20281,828195200N/A1
12/31/20271,717198175N/A3
12/31/20261,634171149N/A3
3/31/20261,529115N/AN/AN/A
12/31/20251,49112956198N/A
9/30/20251,467142-24173N/A
6/30/20251,446119-9216N/A
3/31/20251,429116-93150N/A
12/31/20241,41595-78177N/A
9/30/20241,42555-74117N/A
6/30/20241,39031-8568N/A
3/31/20241,3421-6252N/A
12/31/20231,297-7-4932N/A
9/30/20231,239-6-7123N/A
6/30/20231,2086-96-11N/A
3/31/20231,19112-88-7N/A
12/31/20221,1989-65-8N/A
9/30/20221,154162456N/A
6/30/20221,145273110N/A
3/31/20221,139-1693124N/A
12/31/20211,145-54128155N/A
9/30/20211,160-111110135N/A
6/30/20211,166-142125140N/A
3/31/20211,139778297N/A
12/31/20201,1323855166N/A
9/30/20201,127-225-75-16N/A
6/30/20201,136-349-152-78N/A
3/31/20201,191-723-186-108N/A
12/31/20191,225-1,064N/A-155N/A
9/30/20191,246-483N/A-140N/A
6/30/20191,275-474N/A-102N/A
3/31/20191,308-337N/A-109N/A
12/31/20181,329-361N/A-79N/A
9/30/20181,359-284N/A-11N/A
6/30/20181,383-171N/A-12N/A
3/31/20181,373-195N/A-20N/A
12/31/20171,367-173N/A16N/A
9/30/20171,346-186N/A-53N/A
6/30/20171,331-185N/A-25N/A
3/31/20171,335-170N/A12N/A
12/31/20161,399-119N/A46N/A
9/30/20161,470-94N/A87N/A
6/30/20161,546-111N/A85N/A
3/31/20161,630-74N/A118N/A
12/31/20151,673-32N/A147N/A
9/30/20151,708-36N/A210N/A
6/30/20151,73037N/A232N/A

Analyst Future Growth Forecasts

Earnings vs Savings Rate: VTOL's forecast earnings growth (18.7% per year) is above the savings rate (3.5%).

Earnings vs Market: VTOL's earnings (18.7% per year) are forecast to grow faster than the US market (16.4% per year).

High Growth Earnings: VTOL's earnings are forecast to grow, but not significantly.

Revenue vs Market: VTOL's revenue (6.3% per year) is forecast to grow slower than the US market (11.4% per year).

High Growth Revenue: VTOL's revenue (6.3% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.

Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts

Future Return on Equity

Future ROE: Insufficient data to determine if VTOL's Return on Equity is forecast to be high in 3 years time

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/07 03:28
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/07 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

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Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

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Analyst Sources

Bristow Group Inc. is covered by 13 analysts. 3 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
James WestBarclays
Joshua SullivanBenchmark Company
Joseph GibneyCapital One Securities, Inc.