NYSE$HP
Helmerich & Payne Inc · Q3 2020 earnings
Q3 2020 earnings · · Investor relations
Briefing
Helmerich & Payne's Q3 2020 results were announced, revealing a net loss impacted by the industry downturn and restructuring charges, while the company focused on cost savings and technological advancements.
Helmerich & Payne reported a net loss of $46 million, or $(0.43) per diluted share, on operating revenues of $317 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2020. The results reflect the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and related decline in rig activity, offset by early contract termination revenue and cost-saving initiatives. The company is realigning its financial reporting into three operating segments: North America Solutions, International Solutions, and Offshore Gulf of Mexico.
- Reported a net loss of $(0.43) per diluted share, including select items of $(0.09) per diluted share.
- Realigned financial reporting into three operating segments: North America Solutions, International Solutions, and Offshore Gulf of Mexico.
- North America Solutions operating gross margins decreased $98 million sequentially, with revenues decreasing by $292 million.
- Took additional actions reducing its cost structure by an additional $25 million annually, bringing total cost-savings to over $75 million on an annualized basis.
Headline financials
Revenue & EPS history
Helmerich & Payne · Revenue · Quarterly
$317M
Revenue by segment
Helmerich & Payne · $277M total across 2 segments · Q3 2020
- North America Solutions$254M-57.7%91.9%
- International Solutions$22.5M-51.4%8.1%
Forward guidance
Helmerich & Payne provided operational outlook for the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2020. North America Solutions operating gross margins are expected to be between $38-$48 million, inclusive of approximately $12 million of contract early termination compensation. The company expects to exit the quarter at between 58-63 contracted rigs, inclusive of approximately 10-15 contracted rigs generating revenue that could remain idle. International Solutions operating gross margins are expected to be between $(2)-$0 million, exclusive of any foreign exchange gains or loses. Offshore Gulf of Mexico rig operating gross margins are expected to be between $5-$7 million, and management contracts are also expected to generate approximately $2 million in operating income.
Tailwinds
- North America Solutions operating gross margins are expected to be between $38-$48 million.
- Includes approximately $12 million of contract early termination compensation.
- Expects to exit the quarter at between 58-63 contracted rigs.
- Offshore Gulf of Mexico rig operating gross margins are expected to be between $5-$7 million.
- Management contracts are also expected to generate approximately $2 million in operating income.
Headwinds
- International Solutions operating gross margins are expected to be between $(2)-$0 million.
- Continued uncertainty due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Ramifications will be felt for several quarters to come.
- Dramatic decline in rig activity due to significantly lower crude oil prices.
- The environment in which we operate is still uncertain.
Historical earnings impact
How earnings announcements have historically affected this stock's price.
Avg. return before/after earnings
Based on 20 quarterly earnings reports · overlaid with Q3 2020
-1.2%
Avg return
Earnings day
-1.7%
Avg return
5 days after
-3.4%
Avg return
30 days after
43%
31 / 72 earnings
Positive
+12.8%
Q1 2024
Best reaction
-20.8%
Q2 2020
Worst reaction
| Quarter | Report date | Reaction (Day 0) | +5 days | +30 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026 | -7.2% | -1.7% | -6.0% | |
| Q1 2026 | -5.2% | -6.0% | -6.4% | |
| Q4 2025 | -3.7% | -3.2% | +0.3% | |
| Q2 2025 | -3.5% | +0.6% | -11.8% | |
| Q1 2025 | -16.5% | -17.9% | -23.0% | |
| Q4 2024 | -6.0% | -6.8% | -6.9% | |
| Q3 2024 | +8.8% | +3.8% | -11.4% | |
| Q2 2024 | -4.4% | -3.5% | -12.2% | |
| Q1 2024 | +12.8% | +5.0% | +6.9% | |
| Q4 2023 | -3.0% | -0.7% | -6.2% | |
| Q3 2023 | +5.1% | +5.4% | -5.0% | |
| Q2 2023 | -4.0% | -5.0% | -5.8% | |
| Q1 2023 | -1.5% | -7.8% | -12.8% | |
| Q4 2022 | -1.6% | -3.2% | -11.5% | |
| Q3 2022 | +5.2% | +7.4% | +7.4% | |
| Q2 2022 | +12.1% | +6.6% | +22.5% | |
| Q1 2022 | +6.8% | +14.2% | +33.7% | |
| Q4 2021 | -19.7% | -23.8% | -28.1% | |
| Q3 2021 | -0.9% | -4.7% | -5.4% | |
| Q2 2021 | -5.2% | -0.5% | +4.5% | |
| Q1 2021 | +4.8% | +3.5% | +21.5% | |
| Q4 2020 | +2.0% | +22.5% | +26.1% | |
| Q3 2020 | -9.9% | -12.9% | -18.9% | |
| Q2 2020 | -20.8% | -19.9% | -5.1% | |
| Q1 2020 | +2.8% | +5.2% | -13.9% | |
| Q4 2019 | +3.4% | -2.1% | +7.3% | |
| Q3 2019 | -2.5% | -5.1% | -26.3% | |
| Q2 2019 | -2.5% | -7.3% | -19.9% | |
| Q1 2019 | +8.4% | +7.9% | +3.4% | |
| Q4 2018 | +7.4% | +4.3% | +0.3% | |
| Q3 2018 | +1.0% | +6.4% | +11.2% | |
| Q2 2018 | -2.4% | -4.5% | -7.7% | |
| Q1 2018 | +3.8% | +1.9% | -6.3% | |
| Q4 2017 | +3.6% | +3.9% | +7.5% | |
| Q3 2017 | -5.9% | -10.7% | -18.7% | |
| Q2 2017 | -7.0% | -10.0% | -17.7% | |
| Q1 2017 | -10.4% | -12.3% | -16.7% | |
| Q4 2016 | +3.5% | +5.4% | +19.4% | |
| Q3 2016 | -1.6% | -2.0% | -0.9% | |
| Q2 2016 | -6.7% | — | — | |
| Q1 2016 | +10.3% | — | — | |
| Q4 2015 | -2.2% | — | — | |
| Q3 2015 | -3.4% | — | — | |
| Q2 2015 | +1.2% | — | — | |
| Q1 2015 | -0.2% | — | — | |
| Q4 2014 | -7.7% | — | — | |
| Q3 2014 | -7.9% | — | — | |
| Q2 2014 | -6.0% | — | — | |
| Q1 2014 | +3.4% | — | — | |
| Q4 2013 | +3.0% | — | — | |
| Q3 2013 | -4.7% | — | — | |
| Q2 2013 | -4.5% | — | — | |
| Q1 2013 | +2.2% | — | — | |
| Q4 2012 | +8.4% | — | — | |
| Q3 2012 | +5.0% | — | — | |
| Q2 2012 | -6.6% | — | — | |
| Q1 2012 | +1.9% | — | — | |
| Q4 2011 | -5.5% | — | — | |
| Q3 2011 | -2.9% | — | — | |
| Q2 2011 | +1.7% | — | — | |
| Q1 2011 | +0.3% | — | — | |
| Q4 2010 | +1.2% | — | — | |
| Q3 2010 | -1.9% | — | — | |
| Q2 2010 | -6.0% | — | — | |
| Q1 2009 | -6.8% | — | — | |
| Q1 2010 | +3.1% | — | — | |
| Q4 2007 | -1.2% | — | — | |
| Q2 2009 | -1.2% | — | — | |
| Q4 2009 | -1.2% | — | — | |
| Q3 2008 | +0.5% | — | — | |
| Q4 2008 | +0.5% | — | — | |
| Q3 2009 | +0.5% | — | — |
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