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HP

Helmerich & Payne, Inc.

EnergyOil & Gas Drilling$3.7B

Aug5Wed

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ3-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (HP) operates in the energy sector, specifically in oil and gas drilling....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is crucial as it indicates the company's profitability and performance compared to analysts' expectations.

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Revenue

Revenue figures are vital to understanding the overall business performance and demand for drilling services.

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HP Q3-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (HP) operates in the energy sector, specifically in oil and gas drilling. The company is significant as it provides drilling services and technologies, which are essential for oil exploration and production, especially during fluctuating energy prices.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

-250.65%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.25%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2 2026, Helmerich & Payne reported an EPS of -$0.59, significantly missing expectations. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 4.09% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are cautious given the company's recent performance and significant earnings misses. Investors are likely looking for any signs of recovery or improvement.

Bull Case

If HP can demonstrate a rebound in drilling activity and improved cost management, it could signal a positive turnaround, leading to higher stock prices.

Bear Case

Continued losses and lack of revenue growth could further erode investor confidence, resulting in a negative stock reaction.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the EPS for Q3-2026?

Given the recent trend of significant earnings misses, the EPS figure will be critical in assessing whether the company is on a path to recovery.

How has drilling activity changed in the last quarter?

Understanding changes in drilling activity will provide insights into demand for HP's services and overall market conditions.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate the potential for a rebound in drilling activity due to recent oil price stability, which could benefit HP.

Supporting Evidence

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating market uncertainty that could favor a surprise upside.

The company's historical performance shows potential for recovery following prior earnings misses.

Key Risk

If drilling activity shows unexpected growth, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results will be pivotal in determining whether HP can stabilize its financial performance amid a challenging energy market.

Bull Confirmed If

A return to positive EPS, indicating a recovery in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

Continued negative EPS and declining revenue, confirming ongoing operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±21.23%

Historical Avg

±1.4%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential movement in the stock price, indicating heightened uncertainty ahead of the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±21.2% while HP has averaged ±1.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

47.1%

Calls (17K)P/C Ratio: 0.80Puts (3K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If HP beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.03%, confirming a positive shift in performance.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line report may lead to muted reactions, as investors await more concrete signs of recovery.

Miss

If HP misses again, the stock could drop by around 0.29%, reflecting ongoing concerns about its profitability.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new contracts or drilling projects that could indicate increased demand.
2Management's commentary on cost-cutting measures and their effectiveness.
3Insights into the competitive landscape and how HP plans to navigate it.
4Any changes in guidance or outlook for the remainder of the fiscal year.
5Discussion on the impact of oil prices on operational decisions.

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Company Snapshot

Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (HP) operates in the energy sector, specifically in oil and gas drilling....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is crucial as it indicates the company's profitability and performance compared to analysts' expectations.

N/A

Revenue

Revenue figures are vital to understanding the overall business performance and demand for drilling services.

N/A

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

HP Q3-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

-250.65%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.25%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q2 2026, Helmerich & Payne reported an EPS of -$0.59, significantly missing expectations. The stock reacted negatively, dropping 4.09% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, expectations are cautious given the company's recent performance and significant earnings misses. Investors are likely looking for any signs of recovery or improvement.

Bull Case

If HP can demonstrate a rebound in drilling activity and improved cost management, it could signal a positive turnaround, leading to higher stock prices.

Bear Case

Continued losses and lack of revenue growth could further erode investor confidence, resulting in a negative stock reaction.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will be the EPS for Q3-2026?

Given the recent trend of significant earnings misses, the EPS figure will be critical in assessing whether the company is on a path to recovery.

How has drilling activity changed in the last quarter?

Understanding changes in drilling activity will provide insights into demand for HP's services and overall market conditions.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate the potential for a rebound in drilling activity due to recent oil price stability, which could benefit HP.

Supporting Evidence

Options pricing suggests a significant move, indicating market uncertainty that could favor a surprise upside.

The company's historical performance shows potential for recovery following prior earnings misses.

Key Risk

If drilling activity shows unexpected growth, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results will be pivotal in determining whether HP can stabilize its financial performance amid a challenging energy market.

Bull Confirmed If

A return to positive EPS, indicating a recovery in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

Continued negative EPS and declining revenue, confirming ongoing operational challenges.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±21.23%

Historical Avg

±1.4%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant potential movement in the stock price, indicating heightened uncertainty ahead of the earnings report.

Options are pricing ±21.2% while HP has averaged ±1.4% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

47.1%

Calls (17K)P/C Ratio: 0.80Puts (3K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If HP beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.03%, confirming a positive shift in performance.

In-Line / Cautious

An in-line report may lead to muted reactions, as investors await more concrete signs of recovery.

Miss

If HP misses again, the stock could drop by around 0.29%, reflecting ongoing concerns about its profitability.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new contracts or drilling projects that could indicate increased demand.
2Management's commentary on cost-cutting measures and their effectiveness.
3Insights into the competitive landscape and how HP plans to navigate it.
4Any changes in guidance or outlook for the remainder of the fiscal year.
5Discussion on the impact of oil prices on operational decisions.