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Patterson-UTI Energy Inc (PTEN) Stock

Patterson-UTI Energy Inc Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Patterson-UTI Energy Inc (PTEN), a prominent company in the energy sector within the oil & gas drilling industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $5.31. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $4.98 and $9.22. This places the current price at 57.6% of its 52-week high and 6.7% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 600. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 45.05, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading below its 50-day moving average of $5.55 by 4.32%. Similarly, it is below its 200-day moving average of $6.57 by 19.18%. The MACD histogram is -0.02, indicating bearish momentum (MACD Line: -0.07, Signal Line: -0.05). There is currently 1 active alert set for PTEN by users.

Market Cap

$2.06B

52-Week High

$9.22

-42.41% from high

52-Week Low

$4.98

+6.71% from low

Avg Daily Volume

10,160,811

100-day average

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

N/A

Forward P/E

8.38

PEG Ratio

0.78

Potentially undervalued

Price to Book

0.64

EV/EBITDA

35.67

EPS (TTM)

-$2.71

Price to Sales

0.44

Beta

1.23

Similar volatility to market

How is PTEN valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Valuation data is not available for this stock.
What is PTEN's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 1.23, Patterson-UTI Energy Inc is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility. The price-to-book ratio of 0.64 indicates the stock trades below its accounting value, which could signal value or distress.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

-21.50%

Operating Margin

-0.10%

Return on Equity

-27.10%

Return on Assets

0.04%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-9.60%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-97.90%

How profitable and efficient is PTEN's business model?
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc achieves a profit margin of -21.50%, meaning it retains $-21.50 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This relatively low margin suggests the company operates in a competitive environment or high-cost industry where profitability is challenging. The operating margin of -0.10% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at -27.10% and ROA at 0.04%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are PTEN's recent growth trends?
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc's revenue declined by 9.60% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 97.90% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against OIL & GAS DRILLING industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$0.32

Dividend Yield

5.96%

Ex-Dividend Date

9/2/2025

Dividend Date

9/15/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from PTEN?
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc offers a dividend yield of 5.96%, paying $0.32 per share annually. This high yield exceeds 4%, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 average of 1.5-2% and most investment-grade bonds. For income-focused investors, this represents an attractive cash flow opportunity, though high yields sometimes signal market concerns about sustainability. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 9/2/2025.
How reliable is PTEN's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Patterson-UTI Energy Inc pays $0.32 per share in dividends against earnings of -$2.71 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of -11.81%. This conservative payout below 30% indicates excellent dividend safety with substantial room for future increases. The company retains most earnings for growth while still rewarding shareholders. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 9/15/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

385.17M

Book Value/Share

$8.68

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is PTEN's market capitalization and position?
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc has a market capitalization of $2.06B, classifying it as a mid-cap stock ($2B-$10B). Mid-caps often represent companies in their growth phase, offering higher growth potential than large-caps but with more stability than small-caps. They can be attractive takeover targets and may become tomorrow's large-caps. With 385.17M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the OIL & GAS DRILLING industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does PTEN's price compare to its book value?
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc's book value per share is $8.68, while the current stock price is $5.31, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 0.61. Trading below book value can indicate the market perceives challenges ahead, or it might represent a value opportunity if the assets are quality and earnings can recover. Value investors often screen for P/B ratios below 1.0. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$7.46

40.49% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

4

Buy

6

Hold

6

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for PTEN?
16 analysts cover PTEN with 63% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $7.46 implies 40.5% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on PTEN?
Current analyst recommendations:4 Strong Buy, 6 Buy, 6 Hold, 00The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Oct 3, 2025, 08:26 AM

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

45.05

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$5.55

-4.32% below MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$6.57

-19.18% below MA-200

MACD Line

-0.07

MACD Signal

-0.05

MACD Histogram

-0.02

Bearish

What does PTEN's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for PTEN is currently 45.05, indicating the stock is in neutral territory (40-60 range). Neither buyers nor sellers have clear control, suggesting consolidation or balanced market forces. Combined with the price being below the 50-day moving average, this confirms bearish conditions.
How should traders interpret PTEN's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at -0.07 below the signal line at -0.05, with histogram at -0.02. This bearish crossover indicates downward pressure. The narrow histogram suggests a potential trend change ahead. The 50-day MA ($5.55) is below the 200-day MA ($6.57), forming a death cross pattern that often warns of extended weakness. Price is currently below both MAs, confirming weakness.

Indicators last updated: Oct 3, 2025, 08:26 AM

Active Alerts

Alert Condition
Price falls below
Threshold
$4.40
Created
Oct 3, 2025, 08:24 AM

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