Weatherford's investment case rests on a widening divergence between contracting top-line performance and strengthening cash generation: revenue declined 7.2% year over year to $1.1B in 2026Q3, extending negative growth across every quarter since 2024Q4, yet free cash flow margin expanded to 12.9% and operating cash…
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Revenue contracted 7.2% year over year to $1.1B in 2026Q3 with operating income falling 14% over the same span to $153M, signaling negative operating leverage alongside gross margin erosion from 36.6% in mid-2024 toward the low-20s percentage range.
Weatherford reported Q1 2026 revenue of $1.15B and net income of $108M, demonstrating robust profitability.
The company increased its quarterly cash dividend by 10% to $0.275 per share, reflecting strong cash flow generation.
Weatherford is progressing on its $210.37M share buyback program, signaling confidence in its valuation and capital discipline.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q4 2026Latest Oct 20, 2026 | $1.66+24.8% vs $1.33 | $1.1B+0.8% vs $1.1B |
Q3 2026 Jul 21, 2026 | $0.55-39.0% vs $0.90 | $1.1B+3.4% vs $1.1B |
Q2 2026 Apr 21, 2026 | $1.49+40.6% vs $1.06 | $1.2B+0.6% vs $1.1B |
Q1 2026 Feb 3, 2026 | $1.91+34.5% vs $1.42 | $1.3B+2.3% vs $1.3B |
HOUSTON, Oct. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Weatherford International plc (NASDAQ: WFRD) (“Weatherford” or the “Company”) today announced the redemption of all $236 million aggregate principal amount outstanding of its 8.625% Senior Notes due 2030 (the “2030 Notes”). The notes are being redeemed at 100% of their principal amount, plus accrued and unpaid interest, using cash on hand.
Weatherford redeemed $236 million of senior notes using cash on hand. Sequential revenue grew 3% to $1.143 billion in the third quarter.
HOUSTON, Oct. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Weatherford International plc (NASDAQ: WFRD) (“Weatherford” or the “Company”) today announced its support of Eni's Junín-5 development in Venezuela, providing integrated services and technologies to support the field's workover and drilling campaign.
HOUSTON, Oct. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Weatherford International plc (NASDAQ: WFRD) (“Weatherford” or the “Company”) today announced that the High Court of Ireland has approved the previously announced scheme of arrangement through which the Company intends to change its legal domicile from Ireland to Delaware.
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Key metrics vs top competitors for Weatherford International plc (WFRD)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $84.43 | $6.05B | 15.05 | -10.79% | 8.64% | 22.39% | 1.17% | |
| $49.92 | $74.63B | 24.32 | -1.6% | 8.33% | 11.27% | 2.16% | |
| $31.84 | $26.6B | 13.24 | -3.31% | 8.9% | 18.36% | 2.16% | |
| $47.87 | $47.52B | 16.48 | -0.34% | 10.09% | 14.65% | 1.91% | |
| $17.56 | $6.26B | 43.90 | -1.42% | 1.66% | 2.29% | 2.89% | |
| $5.31 | $1.18B | -35.61 | 14.95% | -1.77% | -2.93% | 3.02% |
Weatherford International plc (WFRD) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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Weatherford International plc (WFRD) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
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Weatherford International plc (WFRD) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Weatherford International plc (WFRD) reported $4.69B in revenue over the trailing twelve months. Revenue was $4.92B in fiscal year 2025. That is 929% more than the $478.0M of fiscal year 1996.
Weatherford International plc (WFRD) revenue fell by 5.7% over the trailing twelve months, compared with the twelve months before.
Yes. Weatherford International plc (WFRD) earned $405.0M in net income over the trailing twelve months (a 8.6% net margin).
Yes. Weatherford International plc (WFRD) pays a dividend that yields 1.17% at the current price, a moderate yield.
Weatherford International plc (WFRD) had a return on equity (ROE) of 22.4% over the trailing twelve months. That is well above the market's typical 10-15%.
Weatherford International plc (WFRD) generated $578.0M in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months.
