NBREnergy · Oil & Gas DrillingThe 8 Wall Street analysts covering Nabors Industries Ltd. hold a median 12-month price target of $110 — +19.2% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 80 of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026 — inside the top quartile. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Nabors Industries Ltd. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested
Accruals (89): Reported profit is backed by cash, and the company is not expanding recklessly.
Volatility (24): The share price moves around a lot.
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The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on NBR, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +19.2% from it.
Of the 20 most recent actions, 1 moved their price target up and 2 moved it down.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Aug 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Equal-Weight | $99 → $93 |
| 30 July 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Overweight | $120 → $130 |
| 8 July 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 8 July 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | $105 → $85 |
| 7 May 2026 | Barclays | Upgrade | Equal-Weight | — |
| 1 May 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 30 Apr 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 30 Apr 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Sector Perform | — |
| 30 Apr 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 15 Apr 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 15 Apr 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 7 Apr 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 1 Apr 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 25 Feb 2026 | Barclays | Maintains | Underweight | — |
| 24 Feb 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 17 Feb 2026 | Piper Sandler | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 13 Feb 2026 | RBC Capital | Maintains | Sector Perform | — |
| 13 Feb 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 7 Jan 2026 | Susquehanna | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 6 Jan 2026 | Citigroup | Maintains | Neutral | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.
Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. NBR appears on the weeks it earns a place.
Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.
A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.
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Cheaper than 54% of US stocks
Higher than 24% of US stocks
Higher than 33% of US stocks
Higher than 19% of US stocks
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Higher than 67% of US stocks
Higher than 49% of US dividend payers
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Nabors Industries (NBR) stock has surged 155% over the past year, supported by strong second-quarter execution and growth potential in Saudi Arabia, though heavy spending and associated risks weigh on its outlook.
Why it matters — The report highlights both the drivers behind NBR's significant share-price gain and the spending and risk factors that could shape its future performance.
Zacks Investment Research highlighted Nabors Industries (NBR) among three oil and gas drilling stocks it advises focusing on after analysis of the Zacks Oil and Gas - Drilling industry. The piece positions NBR, along with PTEN and HP, as bucking a bearish industry trend.
Why it matters — A NBR watcher would care because the stock is being singled out by Zacks as one of only a few drilling names that appear positioned against a broader bearish industry trend.
Nabors is building on firmer pricing, premium rigs and international growth while working to improve cash flow and reduce debt, according to Zacks Investment Research. The article examines the company's growth improvements amid elevated leverage.
Why it matters — NBR watchers would care because the item highlights both the company's strengthening operational growth areas and its ongoing focus on deleveraging.
Nabors posted a wider-than-expected loss in Q2, but its revenues topped estimates as strength in International Drilling offset weakness in other segments.
Why it matters — The mixed Q2 results show that while International Drilling is performing well, weakness in other parts of the business is weighing on Nabors' profitability.
Nabors Industries reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted EBITDA of $222 million, exceeding its prior outlook across all four reporting segments. Stronger daily margins in its U.S. Lower 48 and international drilling operations helped lift profitability.
Why it matters — The results surpassed the company's own projections across all segments, indicating operational performance exceeded expectations in both domestic and international drilling.
The 8 Wall Street analysts covering Nabors Industries Ltd. have a median 12-month price target of $110, with estimates ranging from $80 to $130. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 8 analysts covering Nabors Industries Ltd., 2 rate it a Buy, 5 a Hold and 1 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Nabors Industries Ltd. 80 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 22 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 22 Aug 2026, Nabors Industries Ltd. ranks 80 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Accruals (89 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 8 analysts implies +19.2% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Nabors Industries Ltd. 80 out of 100 as at 22 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Nabors Industries Ltd. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for NBR are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $80 to $130 over the next 12 months.
Nabors Industries Ltd. returned +175.5% over the 12 months to 21 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Nabors Industries Ltd. is a leading provider of drilling and rig services to the global oil and gas industry.
The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 20 Aug 2026): "Nabors Surges 155% in a Year: Here's How to Play the Stock". Nabors Industries (NBR) stock has surged 155% over the past year, supported by strong second-quarter execution and growth potential in Saudi Arabia, though heavy spending and associated risks weigh on its outlook.
Nabors Industries Ltd. is a leading provider of drilling and rig services to the global oil and gas industry. Its primary function is to supply and operate the land-based drilling rigs crucial for the extraction of oil and natural gas. With operations spanning numerous key energy-producing regions, such as North America, the Middle East, and South America, Nabors Industries plays a vital role in supporting energy production on a global scale. Noteworthy for its cutting-edge drilling technology and service capabilities, the company offers integrated solutions that enhance operational efficiency and safeguard environmental standards. This expertise is especially significant in the current market, where technology-driven advancements in extraction efficiency are pivotal. Nabors Industries is a key player in the machinery and equipment sector of the energy industry, significantly influencing how energy production services evolve. By combining innovative technology and substantial operational experience, Nabors continues to be a major force in driving advancements within the oilfield services sector, crucially impacting energy availability and security worldwide.
CEO Mr. Anthony G. Petrello J.D. · 13,900 employees · Bermuda · https://www.nabors.com