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Mar 31, 2023
Nine Energy Q1 2023 Earnings Report
Nine Energy reported first quarter results, with revenue within original guidance.
Key Takeaways
Nine Energy Service reported first quarter 2023 revenues of $163.4 million, a net loss of $(6.1) million, and an adjusted EBITDA of $25.0 million. The company's performance was as expected, with revenue falling within the original guidance range. However, they anticipate a slight sequential decrease in revenue for Q2 due to softening market conditions and pricing pressure.
First quarter revenue was $163.4 million, within the original guidance.
Net loss for the quarter was $(6.1) million, or $(0.19) per diluted share.
Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $25.0 million.
Company expects Q2 revenue to be down slightly sequentially to Q1 due to market softening.
Nine Energy
Nine Energy
Forward Guidance
Nine Energy anticipates a slight sequential decrease in revenue for Q2 compared to Q1, due to softening market conditions and pricing pressure, particularly in the Northeast and Haynesville areas.
Positive Outlook
- Cementing service line continues to be a strong performer.
- Company believes it has one of the top completion tool portfolios in the U.S.
- Increased the total number of StingerTM Dissolvable plugs sold by approximately 23%, due in large part to a significant international sale.
- Increased completion tool revenue by approximately 7%, quarter-over-quarter.
- Company has demonstrated ability to navigate through all market cycles and quickly increase earnings in conjunction with activity growth
Challenges Ahead
- Softening in the market due largely to the decline in natural gas prices over the past several months.
- Decrease in activity and pricing thus far in 2023 versus Q4 levels.
- Wireline and coiled tubing markets remain fragmented and highly competitive.
- Activity levels thus far in Q2 are down.
- Company continues to see some pricing pressure from select customers, especially in the Northeast and Haynesville.