Summary
SLB Limited/NV (SLB) reported a decrease in revenue and net income for the third quarter and nine months ended September 29, 2025, compared to the same periods in 2024. This decline is attributed to various factors including reduced activity in certain international markets, the divestiture of assets, and the full quarter impact of certain project disruptions. However, the acquisition of ChampionX Corporation in July 2025 is a significant strategic move, expected to bolster SLB's position in the production and recovery space. The company generated substantial free cash flow, underscoring its operational efficiency and financial discipline. Despite the revenue headwinds, SLB's strategic focus on international markets, digital transformation, and integration of acquired businesses positions it to benefit from an anticipated activity rebound. The company continues its disciplined capital allocation, including a significant share repurchase program and dividend increases, demonstrating a commitment to returning value to shareholders. Investors should monitor the integration progress of ChampionX and the company's ability to navigate a dynamic global energy landscape.
Financial Highlights
46 data points| Revenue | $8.93B |
| R&D Expenses | $170.00M |
| Interest Expense | $142.00M |
| Net Income | $739.00M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.50 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.50 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 1.47B |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 1.49B |
Key Highlights
- 1Total revenue for Q3 2025 was $8.93 billion, down from $9.16 billion in Q3 2024. Nine-month revenue decreased to $25.96 billion from $27.01 billion.
- 2Net income attributable to SLB for Q3 2025 was $739 million ($0.50 diluted EPS), a decrease from $1.19 billion ($0.83 diluted EPS) in Q3 2024. Nine-month net income fell to $2.55 billion ($1.80 diluted EPS) from $3.37 billion ($2.34 diluted EPS).
- 3The acquisition of ChampionX Corporation was completed in July 2025 for $5.0 billion, significantly strengthening SLB's production and recovery capabilities and contributing $0.6 billion in revenue in the third quarter.
- 4Free cash flow for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, was $1.83 billion, demonstrating strong cash generation despite lower revenue.
- 5The company repurchased $2.41 billion of its stock in the first nine months of 2025 as part of its ongoing $10 billion share repurchase program.
- 6Despite overall revenue declines, the Digital segment showed a 6% year-over-year revenue increase for the nine months, indicating resilience and strategic growth in this area.
- 7SLB reported substantial charges in 2025 related to restructuring, merger integration, and impairments, impacting profitability. These charges totaled $546 million pre-tax for the nine months of 2025.