Among oversold energy stocks, Baker Hughes (BKR) shows RSI 29.9 and ~11% five-day drop, closing at $56.32. CEO Lorenzo Simonelli says energy-project momentum remains intact, with robust natural-gas and power demand driven by AI infrastructure expansion. The setup implies a possible near-term rebound if fundamentals hold, though further weakness in energy equities could delay any upside.
Baker Hughes CEO Lorenzo Simonelli says higher borrowing costs haven't slowed energy investment, driven by AI-related data-center demand and robust natural gas use. The company projects LNG capacity of 900 Mtpa by 2035 and reports a backlog around $37 billion, signaling sustained equipment demand for gas infrastructure. The trend suggests multi-year BH growth from gas/LNG capex.
Baker Hughes boosted its full-year revenue guidance, reflecting the benefits of its $13.6 billion Chart Industries acquisition. The deal expands the product portfolio and cross-selling opportunities, signaling stronger oilfield services demand as integration progresses. Investors will watch for whether higher revenue guidance translates into faster cash flow and margin expansion in the coming quarters.
Baker Hughes posted a solid Q2 2026, with revenue of $6.742B and GAAP net income $681M. IET orders surged to a record $7.088B, backlog rose 19% YoY to $40.1B, and Horizon 2 IET orders outlook rose above $45B. The Chart Industries acquisition closed and Waygate Technologies was sold for about $1.45B, supporting higher growth and cash flow, while the company reaffirmed guidance and maintained a favorable full-year trajectory.
Today Baker Hughes completed the Chart Industries acquisition, advancing its strategy to become a higher-value energy solutions company. Chart adds a third operating segment focused on air and gas handling, thermal management, and lifecycle services, expanding recurring revenue opportunities. The company targets $325 million in annual cost synergies within three years and a net leverage range of 1.0–1.5x within 24 months.
U.S. energy firms added rigs for a fourth consecutive week, the longest streak since early June, according to Baker Hughes. The uptick points to stronger upstream activity and could lift demand for oilfield services, a potential tailwind for Baker Hughes (BKR). Near-term momentum will hinge on follow-up rig data and movements in oil prices.