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RPC Q3 Earnings Top Estimates on Pressure Pumping Strength
ZACKS· 2025-11-10 15:01
Core Insights - RPC Inc. reported third-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings of 9 cents per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 5 cents, with total quarterly revenues reaching $447.1 million, up from $337.7 million year-over-year, and surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $400 million [1][8] Revenue Performance - The strong quarterly results were primarily driven by higher revenues across most service lines, with the largest gains coming from pressure pumping, followed by coiled tubing, downhole tools, and rental tools [2] Segmental Performance - Operating profit in the Technical Services segment increased to $24.4 million from $16.3 million year-over-year, mainly due to improved performance in pressure pumping and coiled tubing [3] - Operating profit in the Support Services segment decreased to $4.6 million from $5.3 million year-over-year [3] Overall Financials - Total operating profit for the quarter was $20.8 million, up from $19.2 million in the previous year [4] - The average domestic rig count was 540, reflecting a 7.8% decline year-over-year [4] - The average oil price was $65.85 per barrel, down 14% year-over-year, while the average price of natural gas rose to $3.04 per thousand cubic feet, up 44.8% from the same period in 2024 [4] Costs and Expenses - The cost of revenues increased to $334.7 million from $247.5 million in the prior-year period, and selling, general, and administrative expenses rose to $44.6 million from $37.7 million year-over-year [5] Capital Expenditure and Financial Position - RPC's total capital expenditure was $117.8 million, with cash and cash equivalents amounting to $163.5 million as of September 30, maintaining a debt-free balance sheet [6]