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Sep 30, 2021

Schlumberger Q3 2021 Earnings Report

Schlumberger's Q3 2021 performance saw revenue growth, margin expansion, and solid free cash flow, driven by Well Construction and Reservoir Performance divisions.

Key Takeaways

Schlumberger reported strong Q3 2021 results with revenue increasing 4% sequentially and 11% year-on-year to $5.85 billion. GAAP EPS was $0.39, a 30% sequential increase, and free cash flow was $671 million. The company is confident in achieving its mid-cycle adjusted EBITDA margin ambition of 25% or higher and sustaining a double-digit free cash flow margin throughout the cycle.

Global revenue increased 4% sequentially and 11% year-on-year, reaching $5.85 billion.

GAAP EPS was $0.39, reflecting a 30% sequential increase.

Free cash flow stood at $671 million for the quarter.

Pretax segment operating margin reached its highest level since 2015.

Total Revenue
$5.85B
Previous year: $5.26B
+11.2%
EPS
$0.36
Previous year: $0.16
+125.0%
Pretax Segment Operating Margin
15.5%
Previous year: 10.9%
+42.2%
Gross Profit
$985M
Previous year: $634M
+55.4%
Free Cash Flow
$671M
Previous year: $226M
+196.9%
Total Assets
$41B
Previous year: $44.1B
-6.9%

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Forward Guidance

Schlumberger anticipates another quarter of growth and expects to close 2021 with strong momentum, setting the foundation for an exceptional growth cycle, driven by strengthened industry macro fundamentals.

Positive Outlook

  • Demand recovery
  • Oil and gas commodity prices at recent highs
  • Low inventory levels
  • Encouraging trends in pandemic containment efforts
  • Favorable conditions expected to materially drive investment over the next few years

Challenges Ahead

  • Recession
  • Pandemic-related setback
  • Changing global economic conditions
  • Changes in exploration and production spending by Schlumberger’s customers
  • General economic, geopolitical, and business conditions in key regions of the world

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