NOV(US:NOV)2025-04-29 15:00Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - For Q1 2025, NOV reported revenues of $2.1 billion, a net income of $73 million, and an EBITDA of $252 million, representing a margin increase of 80 basis points year on year [5][6][15] - Consolidated revenue decreased by 2% year on year, while adjusted EBITDA increased by 5%, marking the fourteenth consecutive quarter of year-over-year EBITDA margin improvement [15][18] - Operating cash flow was strong, generating $135 million in cash from operations and $51 million in free cash flow after capital expenditures of $84 million [16][18] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - The Energy Products and Services segment generated revenue of $992 million, a 2% decrease year on year, with EBITDA declining to $145 million or 14.6% of sales [18][19] - The Energy Equipment segment reported revenue of $1.15 billion, down 3% year on year, but EBITDA increased by $46 million to $165 million, resulting in a margin of 14.4% [22][24] - Capital equipment sales accounted for 57% of the Energy Equipment segment's revenues, with bookings for Q1 at $437 million, a 12% year-over-year increase [23][24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - International revenues decreased from 65% to 61% of total revenues, attributed to seasonal pullbacks, but the international market is expected to grow as a share of the business going forward [59][60] - North American activity is anticipated to decline in the double-digit range, while international markets, particularly in unconventional resources, are expected to perform better [60][70] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focusing on operational efficiencies and cost management in light of emerging macroeconomic headwinds, including a potential trade war and lower oilfield activity [8][10] - NOV is well-positioned for long-term growth, emphasizing the importance of deepwater and international shale production as future sources of incremental oil supply [12][41] - The company is actively working to mitigate tariff impacts by diversifying supply chains and leveraging its U.S. manufacturing footprint [29][30] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed caution regarding the geopolitical and macroeconomic environment, indicating that while there are potential upsides, the outlook remains skewed to the downside [29][41] - The company expects modest growth in Q2 2025, with consolidated revenue anticipated to decline by 1% to 4% compared to the same period in 2024 [28][60] - Management highlighted the resilience of international and offshore customers, who continue to press ahead with strategic plans despite market uncertainties [9][10] Other Important Information - The backlog of capital equipment and projects has grown steadily over the past four years, with margins improving significantly [10][22] - The company plans to pay a supplemental dividend of around $80 million, subject to board approval, to align returns to 50% of excess free cash flow for 2024 [17][18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Guidance on 2025 margins relative to 2024 - Management indicated that EBITDA margins are expected to be flattish from the first half to the second half of 2025, with modest growth anticipated [56][58] Question: International revenues and future growth - Management confirmed that international revenues are expected to grow as a share of the business, driven by resilience in unconventional shale and deepwater offshore activity [59][60] Question: Capital equipment order activity - Management noted that while there is uncertainty, confidence in the deepwater offshore market remains strong, with potential FPSO awards expected in 2025 [68][69] Question: Exposure to the flexibles market and Petrobras agreement - Management expressed optimism about the flexibles market and highlighted a new agreement with Petrobras to address stress corrosion issues, which could significantly benefit the business [74][75] Question: Tariff mitigation efforts and CapEx - Management clarified that most tariff mitigation efforts do not require significant CapEx, focusing instead on operational efficiency improvements [80][81] Question: M&A opportunities in the current economic environment - Management stated that while there may be opportunities due to the economic soft patch, they remain cautious about pursuing M&A unless it aligns with their strategic goals [88][90]