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Seadrill Guides Upward as Backlog Near $2.9B and Debt Refinancing Strengthens

Aug 10, 2026, 1:04 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Backlog expansion, higher utilization, and debt refinancings support stronger cash flow and optionality; expect positive price action as investors reprice liquidity and growth prospects.

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Seadrill reported Q2 2026 results with 96% economic utilization and higher dayrates, lifting full-year guidance. Backlog rose to about $2.9B after new awards and extensions in the U.S. Gulf and Malaysia, including West Vela and West Capella; Seadrill also extended its buyback and refinanced debt to improve liquidity. The combination of backlog growth, debt flexibility, and share repurchases supports upside potential into 2H2026.

Contract awards/extensions in US Gulf and Malaysia add about $200M to backlog. Backlog now ~ $2.9B.
Share repurchase extended to 12/31/2026; ~ $20M repurchased in Q2.
Refinanced senior notes to 2034; revolver up to $300M; debt maturities extended.
Net income $29M; Adjusted EBITDA $144M; 96% economic utilization in Q2 2026.
Guidance raised: 2026 total revenues $1.50–$1.55B; Adjusted EBITDA $420–$450M.

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