Investment Rating - The investment rating for Baker Hughes is "Outperform" based on the expected performance relative to the market benchmark [3][23]. Core Insights - Baker Hughes reported an adjusted net EBITDA of 1.13billionforQ22024,exceedingmarketexpectationsandguidance[1][33].−ThecompanyraiseditsrevenueguidanceforFY2024toamidpointincreaseof526.5-28.5 billion [1][33]. - The overall revenue for Q2 2024 was 7.14billion,reflectinga137.14 billion, up 13% year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA at 1.13billion,a254.01 billion, a 3% increase year-over-year, with an EBITDA margin of 17.9% [19][21]. - The Industrial and Energy Technology segment reported revenue of $3.13 billion, a 28% increase year-over-year, with an EBITDA margin of 15.9% [34]. Guidance and Expectations - The company has not provided specific tax rate guidance for FY 2024, which is expected to be in the range of 27-32% [1]. - The overall positive performance and raised guidance suggest a favorable outlook for Baker Hughes in the upcoming quarters [1][33].