NOV Q2 2026 Results Signal Improving Fundamentals and Backlog Momentum
Jul 28, 2026, 5:47 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
Why it may matterVerify against the original reporting
Solid quarterly beat on EBITDA, tariff refunds aiding profitability, and robust energy-equipment backlog support a constructive setup; guidance remains modest but favorable as supply-demand improves, though Middle East risk and project deferrals could cap upside near term.
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What happened, with direct paths to the underlying reporting
NOV reported Q2 2026 revenues of $2.13B, up sequentially but slightly below year-ago levels. Adjusted EBITDA reached $283M, aided by roughly $40M tariff refunds, with a $127M capital return to shareholders via buybacks and dividends. The company guided Q3 revenue flat-to-up 2% and EBITDA of $240–$270M, underscoring an improving but still cautious demand backdrop and a growing backlog, especially in Energy Equipment.
Q2 2026 revenue $2.13B; up 4% sequential, down 2% YoY.
Net income $112M; Adjusted EBITDA $283M, includes ~$40M tariff refunds.
Bookings $474M; book-to-bill 74%; Energy Equipment backlog $4.08B.
Q3 2026 guidance: revenues flat to up 2%; Adj EBITDA $240–$270M; tariff tailwinds noted.
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