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Jun 30, 2020

Helmerich & Payne Q3 2020 Earnings Report

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.

Key Takeaways

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.

Total Revenue
$317M
Previous year: $688M
-53.9%
EPS
-$0.34
Previous year: $0.41
-182.9%
U.S. Land Revenue Days
8.1K
U.S. Land Active Rigs
64
Gross Profit
$456K
Previous year: $100M
-99.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$426M
Previous year: $335M
+27.3%
Free Cash Flow
$187M
Previous year: $177M
+5.8%
Total Assets
$4.96B
Previous year: $5.9B
-15.9%

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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.

Positive Outlook

  • 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.

Challenges Ahead

  • 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.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income