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Patterson-UTI Energy Inc

Patterson-UTI Energy Inc Stock Forecast & Price Prediction

Live Patterson-UTI Energy Inc Stock (PTEN) Price
$7.91

28

Ratings

  • Buy 19
  • Hold 8
  • Sell 1
Disclaimer : Analyst ratings and price forecasts are sourced from Wall St analysts and other experts. These projections are speculative and do not guarantee future stock performance. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as advice to buy or sell any security.

Stock Price

$7.91

P/E Ratio

60.47

Volume Traded Today

$4.1M

Dividend

$0.08

52 Week High/low

16.18/8.64

Patterson-UTI Energy Inc Market Cap

$3.62B

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PTEN Summary

From what 28 stock analysts predict, the share price for Patterson-UTI Energy Inc (PTEN) might increase by 71.43% in the next year. This is based on a 12-month average estimation for PTEN. Price targets go from $11 to $18. The majority of stock analysts believe PTEN is a buy. Please note analyst price targets are not guaranteed and could be missed completely.

PTEN Analyst Ratings

About 28 Wall Street analysts have assignedPTEN 19 buy ratings, 8 hold ratings, and 1 sell ratings. This means that analysts expect Patterson-UTI Energy Inc to buy. Keep in mind that these ratings are typically refreshed every quarter, underscoring the importance of conducting your own research on PTEN. Don't forget to include both technical and fundamental analysis, as well as staying informed on news that could influence these ratings, in your due diligence.

PTEN stock forecast by analyst

These are the latest 20 analyst ratings of PTEN.

Analyst/Firm

Rating

Price Target

Change

Date

Derek Podhaizer
Barclays

Overweight

$14

Maintains

Aug 16, 2024
Keith Mackey
RBC Capital

Outperform

$14

Maintains

Jul 26, 2024
Stephen Gengaro
Stifel

Buy

$16

Maintains

Jul 16, 2024
Chase Mulvehill
B of A Securities

Buy

$12.5

Maintains

Jul 15, 2024
Luke Lemoine
Piper Sandler

Overweight

$12

Maintains

Jul 15, 2024
Charles Minervino
Susquehanna

Positive

$13

Maintains

Jul 11, 2024
Luke Lemoine
Piper Sandler

Overweight

$14

Maintains

May 6, 2024
Kurt Hallead
Benchmark

Hold


Reiterates

May 6, 2024
Jason Bandel
Evercore ISI Group

Outperform

$17

Maintains

May 3, 2024
Chase Mulvehill
B of A Securities

Buy

$14

Maintains

Apr 15, 2024
Charles Minervino
Susquehanna

Positive

$16

Maintains

Apr 8, 2024
Charles Minervino
Susquehanna

Positive

$16

Maintains

Apr 1, 2024
Jason Bandel
Evercore ISI Group

Outperform

$18

Maintains

Feb 20, 2024
James Rollyson
Raymond James

Strong Buy

$15

Maintains

Feb 16, 2024
Keith Mackey
RBC Capital

Outperform

$16

Maintains

Feb 16, 2024
Kurt Hallead
Benchmark

Hold


Downgrade

Jan 16, 2024
Ati Modak
Goldman Sachs

Neutral

$12

Initiates

Dec 19, 2023
Derek Podhaizer
Barclays

Overweight

$16

Maintains

Nov 14, 2023
Luke Lemoine
Piper Sandler

Overweight

$19

Maintains

Nov 13, 2023
Keith Mackey
RBC Capital

Outperform

$17

Maintains

Nov 9, 2023

PTEN Company Information

  • Company Name: Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc.
  • Industry: Energy services, specifically contract drilling for oil and natural gas
  • Headquarters: Houston, Texas
  • Founded: 1978
  • Business Segments:
    • Drilling Services: Provides contract and directional drilling services, equipment service and re-certification, and electrical controls and automation.
    • Completion Services: Offers hydraulic fracturing, wireline and pumping services, cementing, and logistics and storage solutions.
    • Drilling Products: Manufactures and distributes drill bits and offers software for data analytics and oilfield tool rentals.
  • Key Products and Services:
    • MWD Survey FDIR for real-time MWD survey data analysis.
    • HiFi Nav for improved vertical well placement.
    • HiFi Guidance for trajectory optimization and steering recommendations.
  • Market Reach: Serves both domestic and international oil and natural gas operators.
PTEN
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc (PTEN)

When did it IPO

1993

Staff Count

10,600

Country

United States

Sector/Industry

Energy/Oil & Gas Drilling

CEO

Mr. William Andrew Hendricks Jr.

Market Cap

$3.62B

Patterson-UTI Energy Inc (PTEN) Financial Data

In 2023, PTEN generated $4.15B in revenue, which was a increase of 56.61% from the previous year. This can be seen as a signal that PTEN's business is growing, and its share price could be worth more in the future. However, if the company grows faster (or slower) than expected, this could also have a major impact on the future share price.

Revenue From 2020

$1.12B

Revenue From 2021

$1.36B

20.71 %
From Previous Year

Revenue From 2022

$2.65B

95.09 %
From Previous Year

Revenue From 2023

$4.15B

56.61 %
From Previous Year
  • Revenue TTM $5.45B
  • Operating Margin TTM 4.1%
  • Gross profit TTM $603.7M
  • Return on assets TTM 4.5%
  • Return on equity TTM 4.0%
  • Profit Margin 2.3%
  • Book Value Per Share 11.67%
  • Market capitalisation $3.62B
  • Revenue for 2021 $1.36B
  • Revenue for 2022 $2.65B
  • Revenue for 2023 $4.15B
  • EPS this year (TTM) $0.15

Patterson-UTI Energy Inc (PTEN) Latest News

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Mon, 09 Sep 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - Accesswire

Summary - Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ: PTEN) reported an average of 107 drilling rigs operating in the U.S. for August 2024.

Why It Matters - Increased drilling rig activity indicates higher demand for oil and gas, potentially boosting Patterson-UTI's revenue and profitability, which are key factors for stock performance.

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Fri, 23 Aug 2024

Sentiment - NEGATIVE

Source - Zacks Investment Research

Summary - Patterson-UTI (PTEN) reported earnings 30 days ago; investors should monitor upcoming developments for insights on stock performance.

Why It Matters - Earnings reports can influence stock prices; upcoming developments may affect investor sentiment and trading strategies for Patterson-UTI.

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Sun, 11 Aug 2024

Sentiment - POSITIVE

Source - Seeking Alpha

Summary - Patterson-UTI is cash flow positive amid low U.S. oilfield activity. A potential rebound in natural gas drilling by 2025 and a buyback program may support the stock price.

Why It Matters - Patterson-UTI's cash flow positivity amid low oilfield activity indicates resilience. Upcoming natural gas drilling recovery and a buyback program may enhance stock value and attract investor interest.

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Fri, 09 Aug 2024

Sentiment - POSITIVE

Source - Seeking Alpha

Summary - Commodity cycles need downturns to maintain balance; Patterson-UTI's valuation mirrors past recession lows. An oil/gas price upturn could benefit PTEN investors, with positive momentum indicators noted.

Why It Matters - Patterson-UTI's low valuation and potential oil/gas price spikes suggest significant upside for investors. Reversing momentum indicators indicate a possible price increase ahead.

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Mon, 05 Aug 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - Accesswire

Summary - Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. (NASDAQ:PTEN) reported an average of 108 drilling rigs operating in the U.S. for July 2024.

Why It Matters - Patterson-UTI's 108 active drilling rigs indicate operational strength and potential revenue growth, influencing investor confidence and stock performance in the energy sector.

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Tue, 30 Jul 2024

Sentiment - NEGATIVE

Source - Zacks Investment Research

Summary - Patterson-UTI (PTEN) expects to produce 40% of its free cash flow from adjusted EBITDA by 2024.

Why It Matters - Patterson-UTI's forecast of generating 40% of free cash flow from adjusted EBITDA by 2024 indicates strong profitability, potentially boosting investor confidence and stock performance.

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PTEN Frequently asked questions

The highest forecasted price for PTEN is $18 from Charles Minervino at Susquehanna.

The lowest forecasted price for PTEN is $11 from from

The PTEN analyst ratings consensus are 19 buy ratings, 8 hold ratings, and 1 sell ratings.