RIGTransocean shows mixed signals, with solid fundamental performance and a generally positive outlook in the offshore drilling sector. However, current technical indicators and some valuation concerns suggest a 'Hold' rating for now, awaiting clearer trends.
Transocean benefits from the cyclical upturn in the offshore drilling market, driven by increased E&P spending and a focus on ultra-deepwater projects. Geopolitical factors and energy demand are key thematic drivers.
Transocean has shown revenue growth and improving profitability metrics, but faces challenges with significant debt levels and a history of net losses. Recent cash flow generation has been positive.
Technical indicators for Transocean present a mixed picture. While some moving averages suggest a bullish trend, oscillators indicate overbought conditions in certain timeframes, pointing to potential consolidation or minor pullbacks.
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Energy Demand & Pricing | 80 |
| Fleet Utilization & Demand | 75 |
| Technological Advancement | 85 |
| Geopolitical Stability & Regulation | 60 |
| Competition Landscape | 70 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 40 |
| Profitability | 45 |
| Growth | 70 |
| Balance Sheet Health | 50 |
| Cash Flow | 75 |
| Factor | Score |
|---|---|
| Trend Analysis | 65 |
| Momentum | 55 |
| Volume Confirmation | 70 |
| Support & Resistance | 50 |
Positive Earnings Surprise
The company has exceeded earnings per share (EPS) estimates in 3 of the last 4 quarters, with the most recent quarter showing a positive surprise of 79.0%.
Short-Term Momentum
Multiple short-term moving averages (10, 20, 30) are indicating 'Buy' signals, suggesting upward price momentum in the near term.
Negative EPS Trend
The company has consistently reported negative Earnings Per Share (EPS) on a trailing twelve-month (TTM) basis (-0.98), indicating ongoing profitability challenges.
Negative Net Margins
The company has experienced negative net margins in recent periods (e.g., -14.5% in 2024Q4), suggesting that costs are exceeding revenues.
August 2015
21
Ex-Dividend Date
September 2015
23
Next Dividend Date
August 2025
5
Next Earnings Date
H: $0.00
A: $-0.02
L: $-0.05
H: 992.00M
A: 971.79M
L: 941.00M
Transocean Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, provides offshore contract drilling services for oil and gas wells in Switzerland and internationally. The company contracts mobile offshore drilling rigs, related equipment, and work crews to drill oil and gas wells. It also operates a fleet of mobile offshore drilling units, consisting of ultra-deepwater floaters and harsh environment floaters. It serves integrated energy companies and their affiliates, government-owned or government-controlled energy companies, and other independent energy companies. Transocean Ltd. was founded in 1926 and is based in Steinhausen, Switzerland.
4.01 USD
The 39 analysts offering 1 year price forecasts for RIG have a max estimate of 5.50 and a min estimate of 2.50.