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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: RES (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
AI Based Fundamental Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -46.52% | Avg. Invested days 25 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.19B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 12.79 | 1Y Target Price 6.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 12.79 | 1Y Target Price 6.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1777884 | Beta 1.52 | 52 Weeks Range 5.04 - 7.98 | Updated Date 03/31/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 5.04 - 7.98 | Updated Date 03/31/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.93% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.43 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 6.46% | Operating Margin (TTM) 2.58% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.18% | Return on Equity (TTM) 8.71% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 12.79 | Forward PE 16.29 | Enterprise Value 895227476 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.85 |
Enterprise Value 895227476 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.85 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.63 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 3.64 | Shares Outstanding 216052992 | Shares Floating 82968458 |
Shares Outstanding 216052992 | Shares Floating 82968458 | ||
Percent Insiders 61.22 | Percent Institutions 44.96 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 2.8 | Target Price 6.45 | Buy 1 | Strong Buy - |
Buy 1 | Strong Buy - | ||
Hold 3 | Sell - | Strong Sell 1 | |
Strong Sell 1 |
Upturn AI SWOT
RPC Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
RPC, Inc. was founded in 1984. It provides specialized oilfield services and equipment, primarily to independent and major oilfield companies engaged in the exploration, production and development of oil and gas properties.
Core Business Areas
- Technical Services: Offers a range of services including pressure pumping, coiled tubing, downhole tools, and well control services.
- Support Services: Provides services such as pipe handling and inspection, and rental tools.
Leadership and Structure
Ben M. Palmer serves as the President and Chief Executive Officer. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, dividing operations into distinct service lines.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Pressure Pumping: Offers fracturing and cementing services to stimulate well production. Competitors include Halliburton (HAL) and Schlumberger (SLB). Revenue data isn't publicly broken down by specific service line by RPC.
- Coiled Tubing: Provides coiled tubing services for intervention and drilling operations. Competitors include Halliburton (HAL) and Baker Hughes (BKR). Revenue data isn't publicly broken down by specific service line by RPC.
- Downhole Tools: Offers downhole tools for a variety of well services including intervention and drilling operations. Competitors include Halliburton (HAL) and Baker Hughes (BKR). Revenue data isn't publicly broken down by specific service line by RPC.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The oilfield services industry is highly cyclical and dependent on oil and gas prices. It's currently recovering from a downturn caused by lower demand and oversupply.
Positioning
RPC Inc. is a mid-sized player in the oilfield services industry, focusing on the U.S. market. Competitive advantages include its established customer base and focus on specific service lines.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global oilfield services market is expected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. RPC Inc's TAM is related to the North American portion of that market and dependent on active rigs. Rig counts are a leading indicator.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong presence in key U.S. oil and gas basins
- Experienced management team
- Focus on specific service lines allowing specialization
Weaknesses
- Smaller scale compared to industry giants
- Dependence on U.S. market
- High sensitivity to commodity price fluctuations
Opportunities
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Increased adoption of advanced technologies
- Potential acquisitions to expand service offerings
Threats
- Volatility in oil and gas prices
- Increased competition from larger players
- Environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HAL
- SLB
- BKR
Competitive Landscape
RPC Inc. competes primarily on service quality and price. It faces challenges from larger competitors with greater geographic reach and service offerings.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth is tied to oilfield activity levels.
Future Projections: Future projections rely on analyst reports, which can be accessed via financial news providers. They are directly tied to activity levels.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives includes efficiency improvements and investment in new technologies and equipment. Please see RPC Inc.'s recent earning calls
Summary
RPC Inc. is a smaller player in the oilfield services sector, focusing on the US market. Its success is highly dependent on oil and gas prices and drilling activity. The company needs to manage costs and focus on efficient operations to compete effectively against larger, more diversified competitors. Continued investment in technology and strategic acquisitions could improve long-term growth.
Similar Companies
- HAL
- SLB
- BKR
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Industry reports
- Financial news sources
- Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About RPC Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Atlanta, GA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1987-12-30 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Ben M. Palmer | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Equipment & Services | Full time employees 2597 | Website https://www.rpc.net |
Full time employees 2597 | Website https://www.rpc.net | ||
RPC, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages provision of a range of oilfield services and equipment for the oil and gas companies involved in the exploration, production, and development of oil and gas properties. The company operates through Technical Services and Support Services segments. The Technical Services segment offers pressure pumping, cementing, downhole tools, coiled tubing, snubbing, nitrogen, well control, wireline, and fishing services that are used in the completion, production, and maintenance of wells, as well as well control training. The Support Services segment provides a range of rental tools drill pipe and related tools, as well as pipe handling, pipe inspection and storage services. It rents its tools for use with onshore and offshore oil and gas well drilling, completion, and workover activities. It operates in Africa, Canada, Argentina, China, Mexico, Latin America, and the Middle East. The company was incorporated in 1984 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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