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Mar 31, 2021

Helmerich & Payne Q2 2021 Earnings Report

Helmerich & Payne's Q2 2021 results reflected a net loss, but showed improvements in North America Solutions operating gross margins and increased activity.

Key Takeaways

Helmerich & Payne reported a net loss of $121 million, or $(1.13) per diluted share, from operating revenues of $296 million for the quarter ended March 31, 2021. The North America Solutions segment saw increased operating gross margins and a rise in active rigs. The company ended the quarter with $562 million in cash and short-term investments and approximately $1.3 billion in available liquidity.

North America Solutions segment exited the quarter with 109 active rigs, up roughly 15% during the quarter.

The company ended the quarter with $562 million in cash and short-term investments, culminating in approximately $1.3 billion in available liquidity.

North America Solutions operating gross margins increased $19 million to $64 million sequentially.

Approximately 30% of active fleet utilizing some form of performance-based contract.

Total Revenue
$296M
Previous year: $634M
-53.3%
EPS
-$0.6
Previous year: -$0.01
+5900.0%
Gross Profit
-$41.8M
Previous year: $82.6M
-150.7%
Cash and Equivalents
$427M
Previous year: $336M
+27.1%
Free Cash Flow
$61.6M
Previous year: $72.6M
-15.1%
Total Assets
$4.59B
Previous year: $5.18B
-11.4%

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Forward Guidance

Helmerich & Payne provided the following operational outlook for the third quarter of fiscal year 2021.

Positive Outlook

  • North America Solutions operating gross margins are expected to be between $65-$75 million.
  • The company expects to exit the quarter at between 120-125 contracted rigs in North America Solutions.
  • Offshore Gulf of Mexico operating gross margins are expected to be between $6-$9 million.
  • Gross capital expenditures are still expected to be approximately $85 to $105 million.
  • Ongoing asset sales are still expected to total approximately $25 million in fiscal year 2021.

Challenges Ahead

  • International Solutions operating gross margins are expected to be between $(1)-$(3) million, exclusive of any foreign exchange gains or losses.
  • Depreciation is now expected to be approximately $425 million.
  • Research and development expenses for fiscal year 2021 are now expected to be roughly $25 million.
  • General and administrative expenses for fiscal year 2021 are still expected to be approximately $160 million.
  • Operating loss from continuing operations $(160,923).

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