Core Insights - NOV Inc. reported fourth-quarter 2025 adjusted earnings of 2 cents per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 25 cents, and a significant decrease from 41 cents in the prior year due to underperformance in the Energy Products and Services segment [1][8] Financial Performance - Total revenues for NOV reached $2.3 billion, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 4.9%, driven by strong performance in the Energy Equipment segment, although revenues fell 1.3% year-over-year due to a 6% decline in global drilling activity [2][8] - The company repurchased approximately 5.7 million shares for $85 million and paid a dividend of 7.5 cents per share, returning a total of $112 million to shareholders during the quarter [3][8] Segmental Performance - **Energy Products and Services**: Reported revenues of $989 million, beating estimates but down 6.7% from the prior year, with adjusted EBITDA of $140 million, also above estimates but lower than $173 million from the previous year [4] - **Energy Equipment**: Revenues increased 3.6% year-over-year to $1.3 billion, surpassing estimates, with adjusted EBITDA of $180 million, slightly down from $185 million year-over-year but above estimates. The segment secured $532 million in new orders and had a backlog of $4.3 billion [5][6] Balance Sheet and Cash Flow - As of December 31, 2025, NOV had cash and cash equivalents of $1.6 billion and long-term debt of $1.7 billion, with a debt-to-capitalization ratio of 21.1%. The company generated $573 million in operating cash flow and $472 million in free cash flow during the quarter [7][8] Strategic Developments - NOV made significant advancements in technology commercialization and digital capabilities, achieving record deployment of Downhole Broadband Solutions™ and enhancing drilling efficiency through automation and AI-driven systems [8][9] - The company strengthened its offshore presence with major equipment awards and secured various contracts in production and processing, demonstrating innovation in artificial lift and increasing recurring digital revenues [10][8] Outlook - For Q1 2026, NOV projects a 1% to 3% decrease in consolidated revenues year-over-year, with adjusted EBITDA expected between $200 million and $225 million. The Energy Equipment segment is anticipated to see a revenue increase of 3%-5%, while the Energy Products and Services segment is expected to decline by 6%-8% [11][13] - Cost-reduction initiatives are expected to generate over $100 million in annualized savings by the end of 2026, while the company maintains a constructive outlook on bookings with a full-year 2026 book-to-bill ratio expected to be close to 100% [12][14]