SLB - Schlumberger Limited

Stock Details

Schlumberger Limited (SLB), a prominent company in the energy & transportation sector within the oil & gas field services, nec industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $35.49. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $30.85 and $47.45. This places the current price at 74.8% of its 52-week high and 15.0% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 11,456,757. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US8068831078.

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

11.53

Below market average

Forward P/E

10.46

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

3.38

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

2.35

EV/EBITDA

7.14

EPS (TTM)

$2.95

Price to Sales

1.27

Beta

1.03

Similar volatility to market

How is SLB valued relative to its earnings and growth?

Schlumberger Limited trades at a P/E ratio of 11.53, which is below the market average of approximately 20. This lower valuation could indicate the market has modest growth expectations, or it might represent an undervalued opportunity if the fundamentals are strong. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 10.46 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 3.38 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.

What is SLB's risk profile compared to the market?

With a beta of 1.03, Schlumberger Limited 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 2.35 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

11.60%

Operating Margin

15.80%

Return on Equity

20.20%

Return on Assets

8.13%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-2.50%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-21.60%

How profitable and efficient is SLB's business model?

Schlumberger Limited achieves a profit margin of 11.60%, meaning it retains $11.60 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 15.80% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 20.20% and ROA at 8.13%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.

What are SLB's recent growth trends?

Schlumberger Limited's revenue declined by 2.50% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 21.60% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against OIL & GAS FIELD SERVICES, NEC industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.11

Dividend Yield

3.35%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/4/2025

Dividend Date

7/10/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from SLB?

Schlumberger Limited offers a dividend yield of 3.35%, paying $1.11 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/4/2025.

How reliable is SLB's dividend for long-term investors?

The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Schlumberger Limited pays $1.11 per share in dividends against earnings of $2.95 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 37.63%. This balanced payout between 30-60% suggests a sustainable dividend policy that allows both shareholder returns and business reinvestment. The dividend appears well-covered by earnings. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 7/10/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

1.35B

Book Value/Share

$14.35

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is SLB's market capitalization and position?

Schlumberger Limited has a market capitalization of $45.95B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 1.35B shares outstanding, the company's ownership is widely distributed. As a participant in the OIL & GAS FIELD SERVICES, NEC industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.

How does SLB's price compare to its book value?

Schlumberger Limited's book value per share is $14.35, while the current stock price is $35.49, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 2.47. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$47.19

32.97% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

Buy

Hold

Sell

Strong Sell

How reliable are analyst predictions for SLB?

30 analysts cover SLB with 87% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The strong bullish consensus may already be priced in. The consensus target of $47.19 implies 33.0% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.

What is the Wall Street consensus on SLB?

Current analyst recommendations:9 Strong Buy, 17 Buy, 4 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: Jul 1, 2025, 03:01 AM

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