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Patterson-UTI Energy Q2 2026 Earnings Signaled Onshore Rebound and Dividend Support

Jul 29, 2026, 5:14 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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The company reports improving U.S. onshore activity and pricing, a durable dividend with FCF coverage, and concrete Q3 guidance; the Colombia exit reduces international risk and one-time costs, while Emerald tech may enhance pricing power and efficiency, supporting multiple expansion if execution matches guidance.

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Patterson-UTI Energy posted Q2 2026 revenue of $1.2B with a GAAP loss of $20M but $1M in adjusted net income and $232M in adjusted EBITDA, signaling improving activity and pricing in the U.S. onshore. Management reiterated 2026 dividend support and highlighted a roughly $600M capex plan, alongside a Q3 outlook of higher activity with ~100 U.S. rigs and continued Emerald technology-driven efficiency, which could drive margin expansion.

  • Q2 2026 revenue $1.2B, up 10% sequential; GAAP net loss $20M.
  • Adjusted net income $1M; Adjusted EBITDA $232M; Colombia exit costs $20M.
  • Dividend of $0.10 per share; full-year free cash flow to cover dividends.
  • Q3 guidance: Drilling Services gross profit about $145M; rigs ~100 in US.
  • Emerald natural gas direct-drive tech and price increases support margins.

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