Baker Hughes Company (BKR), incorporated in 2016 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, is a leading energy technology company committed to providing innovative solutions for a sustainable energy future. With a market cap of $41.7 billion, Baker Hughes specializes in developing advanced technologies and services that optimize energy production, reduce emissions, and drive efficiency across the oil, gas, and renewable energy sectors.
Companies with a market value of $10 billion or more are classified as “large-cap stocks,” and Baker Hughes fits well in this category. With a strategic focus on optimizing energy production and reducing environmental impact, Baker Hughes supports the transition to cleaner energy through its cutting-edge services and technologies. Its global presence and dedication to innovation position the company as a leader in advancing reliable and sustainable energy solutions worldwide.
Baker Hughes’ shares are currently trading 7.5% below its 52-week high of $45.17, reached on Nov. 21. BKR stock has gained 23% over the three months, significantly outperforming the broader S&P 500 Index’s ($SPX) 7.8% gains during the same time frame.
However, over the longer term, BKR has posted a YTD gain of 22.3%, trailing SPX’s return of 27.3%. Similarly, over the past 52 weeks, BKR achieved a 24.5% increase, underperforming SPX’s impressive 28.7% growth during the same time frame.
Indicating a bullish trend, BKR has been trading above its 50-day and 200-day moving averages since June, with a few fluctuations.
On Oct. 22, Baker Hughes reported its Q3 earnings results, prompting a 2.8% increase in the stock during the following trading session. The company delivered adjusted EPS of $0.67, surpassing Wall Street expectations of $0.60 and reflecting a robust 59.5% year-over-year growth. Revenue came in at $6.91 billion, slightly below consensus estimates of $7.19 billion, but still marked a 4% increase year-over-year. Adjusted EBITDA reached $1.21 billion, representing a solid 23% year-over-year improvement, underscoring the company’s strong operational performance and margin expansion.
BKR’s rival, Weatherford International plc (WFRD), has had a rough ride. WFRD stock plummeted 24.6% in 2024 alone and 17.1% over the past 52 weeks.
With BKR outperforming the broader market, analysts maintain an optimistic outlook on the stock’s prospects. Of the 21 analysts covering it, the overall consensus rating is “Strong Buy.” It has a mean price target of $45.68, which suggests a potential upside of 9.3% from its current level.
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