WFRD
Weatherford International plc · Energy · Oil & Gas Equipment & Services
Last
$80.69
+$0.27 (+0.33%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $81.22 +$0.53 (+0.66%) 10:58 PM ET
Prev close $80.42
Open $80.56
Day high $80.78
Day low $79.00
Volume 2,147,977
Avg vol 1,382,599
Mkt cap
$5.77B
P/E ratio
12.63
FY Revenue
$4.88B
EPS
6.39
Gross Margin
30.76%
Sector
Energy
AI report sections
WFRD
Weatherford International plc
Weatherford International plc demonstrates strong short-term technical momentum and multiple bullish breakout signals, yet its longer-term performance remains negative and forward growth estimates are subdued. The company’s profitability and return on equity are robust, but free cash flow trends and high leverage introduce risk. Analyst sentiment is positive, with targets suggesting potential upside from current levels, though the stock’s recent volatility and mixed trend status highlight the need for careful monitoring.
AI summarized at 10:04 PM ET, 2025-09-28
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+82% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.82×
RSI
31.92 (Weak)
Weak (30–40)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.02 (Strong)
MACD: 0.21 Signal: 0.19
Short-Term
+0.39 (Strong)
MACD: -4.37 Signal: -4.76
Long-Term
-0.19 (Weak)
MACD: -6.88 Signal: -6.70
Intraday trend score 46.00

Latest news

WFRD 12 articles Positive: 8 Neutral: 4 Negative: 0
Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Weatherford to hold Special Shareholder Meetings on September 3

Weatherford International plc announced special shareholder meetings scheduled for September 3, 2026, to vote on the company's proposed redomestication from Ireland to Delaware. The Board unanimously recommends approval, expecting $20-30 million in annual cash savings beginning in 2027. The move aims to simplify the company's organizational structure and support long-term strategy.

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Sentiment note

The redomestication is presented as a strategic initiative with clear financial benefits ($20-30 million annual savings), unanimous board recommendation, and alignment with the company's long-term strategy to improve adjusted free cash flow conversion. The move is framed as simplifying operations and creating a more appropriate corporate framework.

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Weatherford Announces Second-Quarter 2026 Conference Call

Weatherford International plc announced it will host a conference call on July 22, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss second quarter 2026 results ended June 30, 2026. The call will be available via live webcast and phone dial-in, with a replay available until August 5, 2026.

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Sentiment note

The article is a routine announcement of an earnings conference call with standard procedural information. There is no indication of positive or negative business developments, financial performance, or strategic changes in the main content.

Positive The Motley Fool • Micah Zimmerman
Oil Prices Are Rising. Here Are the 3 Best Energy Stocks to Buy Right Now.

As crude oil prices rise, three mid-cap energy stocks offer differentiated exposure to the energy sector: Permian Resources is a low-cost shale operator with record production and declining drilling costs; Kosmos Energy benefits from LNG export capacity growth through its stake in the Greater Tortue Ahmeyim project; and Weatherford International, an oilfield services company, stands to gain from increased operator spending globally.

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Sentiment note

Oilfield services company positioned to benefit from increased operator spending as international and offshore projects accelerate, with expected stronger second half driven by project ramps in Argentina, Brazil, and Australia.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Weatherford Announces Proposal to Redomesticate to the United States, Establishing Texas as New Legal Domicile

Weatherford International plc announced its proposal to redomesticate from Ireland to the United States, with Texas as its new legal home. The move is expected to be completed in Q3 2026 and aims to simplify corporate structure, reduce administrative costs, expand shareholder base, and improve tax agility while maintaining global operations.

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Sentiment note

The redomestication is presented as a strategic move to enhance long-term shareholder value, simplify operations, reduce costs, improve access to capital, and strengthen execution of the company's free-cash-flow-focused strategy. Management expresses confidence in the company's balance sheet strength and long-term opportunity set.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Na
Weatherford Announces First-Quarter 2026 Conference Call

Weatherford International plc announced it will host a conference call on April 22, 2026 to discuss Q1 2026 results. The company also announced it has been awarded a multi-year Integrated Completions contract in Denmark, demonstrating continued business expansion in key markets.

WFRD Weatherford International Q1 2026 earnings conference call Denmark contract integrated completions energy services
Sentiment note

The company secured a multi-year integrated completions contract in Denmark, indicating strong business development and market confidence. The company operates in 75 countries with 16,700 employees, demonstrating scale and stability in the energy services sector.

Positive Benzinga • Piero Cingari
How Trump Is Turning Venezuelan Crude Into Geopolitical Weapon

The Trump administration is positioning Venezuelan oil as a politically controlled asset rather than free-flowing supply. The U.S. has secured an agreement to transfer 30-50 million barrels of Venezuelan crude, with proceeds under White House oversight. Energy strategist Jeff Krimmel argues this will accelerate regionalization of global oil trade, with Venezuelan barrels staying within hemispheres rather than flooding global markets. Oilfield service companies are expected to benefit early from Venezuelan recovery, while major U.S. oil producers may be cautious about increasing capital investments.

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Sentiment note

Oilfield service provider positioned to gain from increased service demand in Venezuelan oil sector recovery.

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Luke Lemoine
Weatherford Announces Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Conference Call

Weatherford International announced a strategic partnership with Maersk Training to develop advanced Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) training programs, offering industry-first IADC-accredited training across all levels.

WFRD strategic partnership training MPD IADC-accredited energy services
Sentiment note

Company is expanding training capabilities through strategic partnership and demonstrating innovation in energy services

Neutral The Motley Fool • Jonathan Ponciano
Why a $27 Million Buy Signals New Confidence in Weatherford Stock

Summit Street Capital Management initiated a new $27.3 million position in Weatherford International during Q3, representing 3.74% of their reportable assets under management, signaling potential confidence in the oilfield services company's future prospects.

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Sentiment note

Mixed performance indicators: sequential revenue and EBITDA growth, but declining net income and uneven global drilling activity suggest cautious optimism

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Girish Saligram
Weatherford Announces Credit Rating Upgrades from Moody’s, S&P, and Fitch

Weatherford International received credit rating upgrades from Moody's, S&P, and Fitch, reflecting improved financial performance, declining debt, and positive cash flow expectations.

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Sentiment note

Received multiple credit rating upgrades from major rating agencies, indicating strong financial health, improved operational performance, and positive future outlook

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Weatherford International Plc
Weatherford Announces Increase to Previously Announced Tender Offer for its 8.625% Senior Notes due 2030

Weatherford International has increased its cash tender offer for its 8.625% Senior Notes due 2030, expanding the aggregate principal amount to $1,300 million, with specific purchase price and early tender payment details.

WFRD tender offer senior notes debt refinancing financial restructuring
Sentiment note

The company is proactively managing its debt portfolio by increasing its tender offer, which suggests strategic financial management without clear positive or negative implications

Neutral GlobeNewswire Inc. • Weatherford International Plc
Weatherford Announces Upsize and Pricing of $1,200 Million of Senior Notes due 2033

Weatherford International has priced $1.2 billion in senior notes due 2033, increased from an initial $600 million offering. The proceeds will fund a tender offer for existing 8.625% senior notes due 2030 and related transaction expenses.

WFRD senior notes debt offering tender offer financing
Sentiment note

The company is refinancing existing debt and raising capital through a new notes offering, which suggests financial management and strategic financial planning without clear positive or negative implications

Positive GlobeNewswire Inc. • Sns Insider
Oilfield Equipment Market Poised to Reach USD 146.15 Billion by 2032, Driven by Technological Advancements and Rising Global Energy Demand | Report by SNS Insider

The Oilfield Equipment Market is expected to grow significantly by 2032, driven by the integration of advanced technologies like AI and IoT, as well as rising global energy demand. The market is witnessing a transformative phase, with the U.S. metering pumps market projected to grow substantially.

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Sentiment note

Weatherford International is listed as a key player in the Oilfield Equipment Market, with its artificial lift systems and well construction equipment, which are essential for the industry's operations.

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