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0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 11%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 7.2%, FCF Yield is 7.1%
Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -74%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -104%
Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -7.4%
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 25%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 10%
Meaningful short interest
Short Interest % of Basic SharesShort Interest % of Basic Shares = (Short Interest Quantity) / (Basic Shares Outstanding). A high fraction of short interest can indicate potential risk of a short squeeze. is 11%
Key risks
VAL key risks include [1] a projected drop in near-term revenues and Adjusted EBITDA due to fewer operating days as existing contracts conclude without immediate follow-on work.
2 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Global Energy Supply & Security. Themes include Offshore Oil & Gas Drilling, and Deepwater Energy Solutions.
  
0 Attractive yield
Total YieldTotal Yield = Earnings Yield + Dividend Yield, Earnings Yield = Net Income / Market Cap Dividend Yield = Total Dividends / Market Cap is 11%, ERPEquity Risk Premium (ERP) = Total Yield - Risk Free Rate, Reflects the premium above risk free assets offered by the investment. is 7.2%, FCF Yield is 7.1%
1 Attractive cash flow generation
CFO/Rev LTMCash Flow from Operations / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 25%, FCF/Rev LTMFree Cash Flow / Revenue (Sales), Last Twelve Months (LTM) is 10%
2 Megatrend and thematic drivers
Megatrends include Global Energy Supply & Security. Themes include Offshore Oil & Gas Drilling, and Deepwater Energy Solutions.
3 Weak multi-year price returns
2Y Excs Rtn is -74%, 3Y Excs Rtn is -104%
4 Meaningful short interest
Short Interest % of Basic SharesShort Interest % of Basic Shares = (Short Interest Quantity) / (Basic Shares Outstanding). A high fraction of short interest can indicate potential risk of a short squeeze. is 11%
5 Weak revenue growth
Rev Chg QQuarterly Revenue Change % is -7.4%
6 Key risks
VAL key risks include [1] a projected drop in near-term revenues and Adjusted EBITDA due to fewer operating days as existing contracts conclude without immediate follow-on work.

Valuation, Metrics & Events

VAL Stock


Why The Stock Moved


Qualitative Assessment

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Here are key points that could contribute to minor negative stock movements for Valaris (VAL) based on the most recent available information, interpreting the requested period from August 31, 2025, to today (December 28, 2025) as the most recent historical data available:

<b>1. Adjusted EBITDA saw a slight decrease in Q4 2024.</b><br><br>

Adjusted EBITDA for Valaris decreased to $142 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, down from $150 million in the third quarter of 2024. This was primarily attributed to lower utilization for the floater fleet.

<b>2. Capital expenditures increased in Q4 2024.</b><br><br>

The company reported an increase in capital expenditures to $112 million in the fourth quarter of 2024, up from $82 million in the third quarter of 2024. This rise was mainly due to higher rig upgrade expenditures related to contract preparations.

<b>3. Cash and cash equivalents experienced a slight decrease in Q4 2024.</b><br><br>

Valaris' cash and cash equivalents, along with restricted cash, decreased to $381 million as of December 31, 2024, from $392 million as of September 30, 2024. This decrease was primarily a result of capital expenditures and share repurchases.

<b>4. Slower rig contracting and modest floater utilization declines were noted in 2024.</b><br><br>

Despite a generally positive outlook, the company faced challenges with slower rig contracting and modest declines in global floater utilization, which influenced a slowdown in its growth pace during 2024.

<b>5. Lowered 2024 EBITDA guidance and potential for stagnation in early 2025.</b><br><br>

Valaris lowered the midpoint of its 2024 EBITDA guidance, and a reduction in the estimated 2025 EBITDA indicated potential stagnation due to anticipated "white space" (idle periods) for some rigs in the first half of 2025.

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Stock Movement Drivers

Fundamental Drivers

The -1.8% change in VAL stock from 9/27/2025 to 12/27/2025 was primarily driven by a -32.6% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
927202512272025Change
Stock Price ($)50.4049.51-1.77%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)2463.402416.00-1.92%
Net Income Margin (%)11.18%16.51%47.67%
P/E Multiple13.018.77-32.55%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)71.1070.700.56%
Cumulative Contribution-1.77%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

9/27/2025 to 12/27/2025
ReturnCorrelation
VAL-1.8% 
Market (SPY)4.3%42.7%
Sector (XLE)-3.9%61.0%

Fundamental Drivers

The 18.3% change in VAL stock from 6/28/2025 to 12/27/2025 was primarily driven by a 31.0% change in the company's Net Income Margin (%).
628202512272025Change
Stock Price ($)41.8649.5118.28%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)2458.302416.00-1.72%
Net Income Margin (%)12.61%16.51%30.96%
P/E Multiple9.598.77-8.50%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)71.0070.700.42%
Cumulative Contribution18.27%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

6/28/2025 to 12/27/2025
ReturnCorrelation
VAL18.3% 
Market (SPY)12.6%38.9%
Sector (XLE)4.5%61.4%

Fundamental Drivers

The 20.6% change in VAL stock from 12/27/2024 to 12/27/2025 was primarily driven by a 217.4% change in the company's P/E Multiple.
1227202412272025Change
Stock Price ($)41.0449.5120.64%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)2262.002416.006.81%
Net Income Margin (%)47.52%16.51%-65.25%
P/E Multiple2.768.77217.37%
Shares Outstanding (Mil)72.4070.702.35%
Cumulative Contribution20.57%

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/27/2024 to 12/27/2025
ReturnCorrelation
VAL20.6% 
Market (SPY)17.0%55.1%
Sector (XLE)7.1%72.3%

Fundamental Drivers

The -23.5% change in VAL stock from 12/28/2022 to 12/27/2025 was primarily driven by a 5.9% change in the company's Shares Outstanding (Mil).
1228202212272025Change
Stock Price ($)64.7449.51-23.52%
Change Contribution ByLTMLTM
Total Revenues ($ Mil)2416.00
Net Income Margin (%)16.51%
P/E Multiple8.77
Shares Outstanding (Mil)75.1070.705.86%
Cumulative Contribution

LTM = Last Twelve Months as of date shown

Market Drivers

12/28/2023 to 12/27/2025
ReturnCorrelation
VAL-28.6% 
Market (SPY)48.0%48.2%
Sector (XLE)11.4%68.3%

Return vs. Risk


Price Returns Compared

 202020212022202320242025Total [1]
Returns
VAL Return-52%88%1%-35%12%110%
Peers Return16%38%-12%21%26%16%150%
S&P 500 Return16%27%-19%24%23%18%114%

Monthly Win Rates [3]
VAL Win Rate-62%58%33%33%67% 
Peers Win Rate52%65%42%68%57%52% 
S&P 500 Win Rate58%75%42%67%75%73% 

Max Drawdowns [4]
VAL Max Drawdown--13%0%-19%-40%-35% 
Peers Max Drawdown-34%-5%-26%-7%-9%-23% 
S&P 500 Max Drawdown-31%-1%-25%-1%-2%-15% 


[1] Cumulative total returns since the beginning of 2020
[2] Peers: HPQ, HPE, IBM, CSCO, AAPL.
[3] Win Rate = % of calendar months in which monthly returns were positive
[4] Max drawdown represents maximum peak-to-trough decline within a year
[5] 2025 data is for the year up to 12/26/2025 (YTD)

How Low Can It Go

Unique KeyEventVALS&P 500
2022 Inflation Shock2022 Inflation Shock  
2022 Inflation Shock% Loss% Loss-37.7%-25.4%
2022 Inflation Shock% Gain to Breakeven% Gain to Breakeven60.5%34.1%
2022 Inflation ShockTime to BreakevenTime to Breakeven103 days464 days

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In The Past

Valaris's stock fell -37.7% during the 2022 Inflation Shock from a high on 6/1/2022. A -37.7% loss requires a 60.5% gain to breakeven.

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About Valaris (VAL)

Valaris Limited offers offshore contract drilling services to oil and gas industry in Bermuda and internationally. The company owns an offshore drilling rig fleet of 56 rigs, which include 11 drillships, 4 dynamically positioned semisubmersible rigs, 1 moored semisubmersible rig, and 40 jackup rigs. It serves international, government-owned, and independent oil and gas companies in the Gulf of Mexico, the North Sea, the Middle East, West Africa, Australia, and Southeast Asia. The company was incorporated in 2009 and is based in Hamilton, Bermuda.

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Here are 1-3 brief analogies for Valaris (VAL):

  • Like a highly specialized United Rentals, focused exclusively on leasing massive offshore oil drilling rigs and their crews.
  • Think Delta Airlines, but their 'fleet' consists of specialized offshore drilling rigs that extract oil and gas from the ocean floor.
  • Imagine Maersk, but instead of shipping containers, their enormous vessels are mobile platforms that drill for oil and gas offshore.

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  • Drillship Services: Valaris provides and operates ultra-deepwater drillships, along with associated crew and equipment, for customers to explore, develop, and produce offshore oil and natural gas wells.
  • Semi-submersible Services: Valaris offers and operates deepwater semi-submersible rigs, including personnel and drilling equipment, for clients to drill oil and gas wells in deep offshore environments.
  • Jackup Rig Services: Valaris supplies and operates jackup rigs, complete with crews and necessary equipment, for offshore oil and gas drilling operations in shallow to mid-water environments.

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Valaris (VAL) sells primarily to other companies.

Its major customers for the year ended December 31, 2023, which individually accounted for 10% or more of its total revenues, were:

  • Saudi Arabian Oil Co. (Saudi Aramco) - Symbol: 2222.SR
  • BP p.l.c. - Symbol: BP

Valaris's customer base generally consists of large, multinational oil and gas companies and national oil companies.

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Anton Dibowitz, President and Chief Executive Officer

Anton Dibowitz became President and Chief Executive Officer of Valaris in December 2021, after serving as interim President and CEO since September 2021. Prior to Valaris, he was an advisor for Seadrill Ltd. from November 2020 to March 2021, and served as its Chief Executive Officer from July 2017 to October 2020. He also held roles as Executive Vice President of Seadrill Management and Chief Commercial Officer at Seadrill. Before joining Seadrill, Mr. Dibowitz held various positions in tax, process reengineering, and marketing at Transocean Ltd. and Ernst & Young LLP. He is a Certified Public Accountant.

Chris Weber, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Chris Weber became the Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Valaris in August 2022. Previously, he served as Chief Financial Officer of LUFKIN Industries, Abaco Drilling Technologies, Halliburton, and Parker Drilling Company. LUFKIN Industries was acquired by Aspen Private Equity in 2018. He also held senior finance roles at Valaris's predecessor companies, Ensco and Pride International.

Gilles Luca, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

Gilles Luca became Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Valaris in December 2019. His prior roles at Ensco (a Valaris predecessor) include Senior Vice President - Operations Support, Senior Vice President - Western Hemisphere, Vice President - Business Development and Strategic Planning, Vice President - Brazil Business Unit, and General Manager - Europe and Africa. He also worked for Foramer Drilling and Schlumberger.

Matt Lyne, Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer

Matt Lyne was appointed Senior Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of Valaris in September 2022. He previously served as Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial and Strategy Officer of Seadrill Limited, where he spent over 12 years in various senior marketing and commercial roles. Before Seadrill, he held several senior operational and functional roles with Transocean Ltd. Mr. Lyne has more than 20 years of offshore drilling experience.

Davor Vukadin, Senior Vice President and General Counsel

Davor Vukadin was appointed Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary in May 2022. Before this, he served as Associate General Counsel and Secretary, and Associate General Counsel and Assistant Secretary for Valaris. He joined Valaris as Senior Counsel in 2014. Prior to joining Valaris, Mr. Vukadin practiced corporate and securities law for thirteen years with the law firm of Norton Rose Fulbright.

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The key risks to Valaris's business operations include:

  1. Market Volatility and Economic Conditions: Valaris operates in an industry highly susceptible to economic downturns and fluctuations in financial markets, which can lead to slowdowns in contracting activity, deferral of customer demand, and downward pressure on day rates, directly impacting revenue streams. Near-term financial projections indicate a drop in expected total revenues and Adjusted EBITDA, primarily due to fewer operating days as existing contracts conclude without immediate follow-on work. The company's liquidity is significantly tied to the cyclical nature of the offshore drilling market and its ability to secure long-term contracts. Furthermore, the offshore drilling sector anticipates a potential decrease in rig demand and utilization in the near future.
  2. Regulatory and Environmental Risks: Valaris is exposed to risks stemming from governmental regulatory changes, environmental liabilities, and the broader global energy transition. Adhering to new environmental regulations and adapting to the evolving energy landscape may necessitate substantial investments and operational adjustments, potentially affecting the company's profitability. Regulations that limit or restrict exploration and development drilling for oil and natural gas can directly impact Valaris's operations. Public opposition due to environmental concerns also poses a challenge to new offshore lease sales.
  3. Operational and Contractual Risks: The nature of offshore drilling involves inherent operational risks such as delays in contract commencement, or the cancellation, suspension, renegotiation, or termination of drilling contracts and programs. These issues can arise from various factors, including general economic conditions, mechanical failures, performance problems, delays in the delivery of critical drilling equipment, or a customer's inability to secure final investment decisions for projects. Additionally, severe weather events like storms and hurricanes, as well as limited availability of resources, can lead to drilling limitations and operational delays.

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The clear emerging threat for Valaris (VAL) is the accelerating global energy transition and decarbonization efforts.

Valaris operates as an offshore drilling contractor, providing rigs and services exclusively for oil and gas exploration and production. As global efforts to combat climate change intensify, there is a significant and accelerating shift away from fossil fuels towards renewable energy sources. This trend poses a direct threat to Valaris's core business model through several mechanisms:

  • Reduced Demand from Customers: Valaris's primary customers, major international and national oil and gas companies, are increasingly facing pressure from investors, governments, and the public to set net-zero emissions targets, reduce their carbon footprint, and divest from certain fossil fuel assets. Many are actively redirecting capital expenditures towards renewable energy projects and away from high-cost, long-lead-time offshore exploration and development. This will likely lead to a structural decline in the long-term demand for Valaris's offshore drilling services.
  • Restricted Financing: A growing number of financial institutions, including banks, asset managers, and insurers, are implementing policies to restrict or cease financing for new fossil fuel projects, particularly in environmentally sensitive or high-carbon-intensity regions. This could make it more challenging for Valaris's customers to fund new offshore developments and, indirectly, for Valaris itself to secure capital for fleet upgrades or expansion, or even refinance existing debt, if perceived as a pure-play fossil fuel enabler.
  • Government Policies and Regulation: Governments worldwide are enacting policies, incentives, and regulations aimed at accelerating renewable energy adoption and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. These measures indirectly diminish the long-term economic attractiveness and demand for new oil and gas discoveries, particularly those requiring significant upfront investment like deepwater offshore projects.

This threat is not speculative; it is evidenced by the strategic shifts of major oil companies, evolving financial market trends, and accelerating global policy changes, all pointing towards a potential long-term contraction in the market for offshore oil and gas exploration and production services.

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Valaris (VAL) primarily operates in the offshore drilling services market, providing drillships, semi-submersible rigs (both categorized as floaters), and jackup rigs to the international oil and gas industry.

  • Global Offshore Drilling Market: The global offshore drilling market was valued at approximately USD 39.61 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach around USD 86.09 billion by 2034, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.07% from 2025 to 2034.

  • Global Floaters Market (within Floating Production Systems): The global floating production systems market, which includes floaters like drillships and semi-submersibles, was estimated at USD 66.60 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 107.65 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 10.08%.

  • Global Jackup Rigs Market: The global jackup rigs market was valued at USD 3.4 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 4.6 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 4.9%. Other estimates indicate the global jackup rigs market was valued at USD 2.89 billion in 2023 and is poised to grow to USD 4.48 billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 5.0%.

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Valaris (VAL) is anticipated to experience revenue growth over the next two to three years driven by several key factors in the offshore drilling market.

  1. Increasing Demand for Offshore Drilling, Particularly in Deepwater: Valaris projects significant growth in global offshore drilling demand, especially within the deepwater segment, through 2026-2028. This surge is fueled by increased exploration and production activities as offshore production continues to be vital for meeting global energy needs. Valaris is strategically positioned in high-demand deepwater regions such as the U.S. Gulf of Mexico, Brazil, and West Africa, often referred to as the "Golden Triangle."
  2. Securing New Long-Term Contracts and Growing Backlog: The company has demonstrated a strong ability to secure new, attractive, and often long-term contracts and contract extensions for its high-specification fleet. As of July 24, 2025, Valaris reported a contract backlog of approximately $4.7 billion, marking its highest in a decade, which provides significant revenue visibility for future years. Recent contract additions, including multi-year deals for drillships in the U.S. Gulf of Mexico and offshore West Africa, contribute substantially to this growing backlog.
  3. Rising Day Rates and High Utilization of High-Specification Rigs: Increased demand for high-specification drilling assets, coupled with a structural undersupply of offshore rigs, is leading to rising average daily revenue rates. Valaris has observed increasing average daily revenue rates for both its drillship and jackup fleets since the third quarter of 2023. The company expects drillship utilization rates to exceed 90% by the end of 2026, indicating strong operational demand for its modern fleet.
  4. Expansion of ARO Drilling Joint Venture: Valaris's 50/50 joint venture with Saudi Aramco, ARO Drilling, is a significant future revenue driver. ARO Drilling has plans to substantially expand its rig fleet, aiming to add 20 rigs over the next decade and potentially growing to over 30 rigs by 2035. This expansion is expected to contribute considerable EBITDA growth to Valaris.
  5. Strategic Fleet Management and Reactivations: Valaris is actively managing its fleet to optimize value, which includes reactivating cold-stacked rigs to capitalize on the improving market conditions and rising demand for offshore drilling services. This strategic approach, alongside the disciplined divestiture of older assets, ensures that Valaris maintains a high-quality, competitive fleet capable of securing lucrative contracts.

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Share Repurchases

  • In 2023, Valaris repurchased $200 million of shares.
  • The share repurchase authorization was increased from $300 million to $600 million in February 2024.
  • Valaris repurchased $75 million of shares in Q3 2025.

Share Issuance

  • Valaris emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May 2021, undergoing a financial restructuring that significantly reduced debt by over $7 billion, which involved a substantial recapitalization and likely issuance of new equity to creditors.
  • The number of outstanding shares decreased from 75.2 million in 2022 to 71.1 million in 2025, indicating a net reduction rather than significant new issuance over this period.

Inbound Investments

  • Valaris underwent a Chapter 11 financial restructuring in 2020-2021, emerging with debt reduced by over $7 billion. This process fundamentally recapitalized the company by converting debt to equity for existing creditors.

Outbound Investments

  • The company completed the sale of jackup VALARIS 75 for $24 million in Q1 2025.
  • Valaris received over $100 million in net proceeds from the sale of Valaris 247 in Q3 2025.

Capital Expenditures

  • Capital expenditures in the last 12 months (as of late 2024/early 2025) totaled approximately $348.90 million.
  • Expected capital expenditures for full-year 2025 are projected to range from $350 million to $390 million.
  • The primary focus for 2025 capital expenditures includes $225 million for maintenance and upgrade work, special periodic surveys, and contract-specific upgrades for rigs such as VALARIS 144, DS-17, and DS-4.

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Financials

VALHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameValaris HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
Mkt Price49.5123.2624.49305.0978.16273.4063.83
Mkt Cap3.521.932.6284.9309.24,074.4158.8
Rev LTM2,41655,29534,29665,40257,696408,62556,496
Op Inc LTM5483,6241,64411,54412,991130,2147,584
FCF LTM2502,80062711,85412,73396,1847,327
FCF 3Y Avg-642,9781,40011,75313,879100,5037,366
CFO LTM5993,6972,91913,48313,744108,5658,590
CFO 3Y Avg4173,6723,89613,49814,736111,5598,697

Growth & Margins

VALHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameValaris HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
Rev Chg LTM6.8%3.2%13.8%4.5%8.9%6.0%6.4%
Rev Chg 3Y Avg--3.9%6.5%2.6%3.7%1.8%2.6%
Rev Chg Q-7.4%4.2%14.4%9.1%7.5%9.6%8.3%
QoQ Delta Rev Chg LTM-1.9%1.1%3.7%2.1%1.8%2.1%2.0%
Op Mgn LTM22.7%6.6%4.8%17.7%22.5%31.9%20.1%
Op Mgn 3Y Avg12.6%7.4%7.2%16.4%24.2%30.8%14.5%
QoQ Delta Op Mgn LTM0.7%-0.2%-1.4%0.6%0.4%0.1%0.2%
CFO/Rev LTM24.8%6.7%8.5%20.6%23.8%26.6%22.2%
CFO/Rev 3Y Avg19.3%6.8%12.7%21.4%26.1%28.4%20.4%
FCF/Rev LTM10.3%5.1%1.8%18.1%22.1%23.5%14.2%
FCF/Rev 3Y Avg-2.9%5.5%4.6%18.6%24.6%25.6%12.1%

Valuation

VALHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameValaris HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
Mkt Cap3.521.932.6284.9309.24,074.4158.8
P/S1.40.41.04.45.410.02.9
P/EBIT4.86.819.925.122.531.321.2
P/E8.88.6572.736.029.941.033.0
P/CFO5.85.911.221.122.537.516.2
Total Yield11.4%14.1%2.3%5.0%5.4%2.8%5.2%
Dividend Yield0.0%2.5%2.1%2.2%2.1%0.4%2.1%
FCF Yield 3Y Avg-1.3%10.6%5.5%6.4%6.0%3.1%5.7%
D/E0.30.50.70.20.10.00.3
Net D/E0.10.30.60.20.00.00.2

Returns

VALHPQHPEIBMCSCOAAPLMedian
NameValaris HP Hewlett .Internat.Cisco Sy.Apple  
1M Rtn-11.5%-1.8%14.4%0.6%2.7%-1.5%-0.4%
3M Rtn-1.8%-11.9%2.7%7.9%17.0%7.1%4.9%
6M Rtn18.3%-4.0%34.5%6.6%15.2%36.3%16.8%
12M Rtn20.6%-27.0%16.2%40.5%34.5%7.5%18.4%
3Y Rtn-23.5%-1.9%71.1%143.1%81.3%120.2%76.2%
1M Excs Rtn-14.0%-5.6%12.9%-2.2%-0.0%-3.7%-3.0%
3M Excs Rtn-6.1%-16.2%-1.7%3.6%12.7%2.8%0.6%
6M Excs Rtn6.0%-16.3%22.3%-5.7%3.0%24.0%4.5%
12M Excs Rtn4.8%-42.9%-0.7%25.0%19.9%-8.4%2.1%
3Y Excs Rtn-103.6%-83.5%-11.2%59.6%-1.2%28.4%-6.2%

Financials

Segment Financials

Revenue by Segment
$ Mil20242023
Floaters949700
Jackups660744
Aramco Rowan Offshore Drilling Company (ARO)497460
Other176158
Reconciling Items-497-460
Total1,7841,602


Operating Income by Segment
$ Mil20242023
Jackups102169
Other9677
Floaters81-30
Aramco Rowan Offshore Drilling Company (ARO)4336
Reconciling Items-268-214
Total5437


Price Behavior

Price Behavior
Market Price$49.51 
Market Cap ($ Bil)3.5 
First Trading Date05/03/2021 
Distance from 52W High-18.1% 
   50 Days200 Days
DMA Price$54.60$46.21
DMA Trendupup
Distance from DMA-9.3%7.1%
 3M1YR
Volatility51.4%54.1%
Downside Capture178.04121.80
Upside Capture133.89121.59
Correlation (SPY)42.1%55.0%
VAL Betas & Captures as of 11/30/2025

 1M2M3M6M1Y3Y
Beta0.961.691.511.421.481.32
Up Beta2.072.132.511.661.471.17
Down Beta1.662.152.071.982.161.89
Up Capture36%193%120%159%110%92%
Bmk +ve Days13263974142427
Stock +ve Days12233268128384
Down Capture71%105%81%75%100%106%
Bmk -ve Days7162452107323
Stock -ve Days8193157120365

[1] Upside and downside betas calculated using positive and negative benchmark daily returns respectively
Based On 1-Year Data
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Short Interest

Short Interest: As Of Date12152025
Short Interest: Shares Quantity7,445,255
Short Interest: % Change Since 11302025-3.8%
Average Daily Volume1,067,277
Days-to-Cover Short Interest6.98
Basic Shares Quantity70,700,000
Short % of Basic Shares10.5%

Earnings Returns History

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 Forward Returns
Earnings Date1D Returns5D Returns21D Returns
10/29/20252.2%-5.9%2.0%
7/30/2025-0.1%-1.1%0.9%
4/30/202510.0%12.3%16.4%
2/19/20254.1%-13.3%-5.7%
10/30/20243.7%7.1%-5.3%
7/31/2024-6.4%-20.1%-23.1%
5/2/20241.5%14.9%20.8%
2/22/20243.6%-4.1%12.5%
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SUMMARY STATS   
# Positive10810
# Negative101210
Median Positive3.9%3.3%13.1%
Median Negative-3.3%-3.0%-5.3%
Max Positive10.0%14.9%20.8%
Max Negative-9.0%-20.1%-23.1%

SEC Filings

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Report DateFiling DateFiling
93020251030202510-Q 9/30/2025
6302025731202510-Q 6/30/2025
3312025501202510-Q 3/31/2025
12312024220202510-K 12/31/2024
93020241031202410-Q 9/30/2024
6302024801202410-Q 6/30/2024
3312024502202410-Q 3/31/2024
12312023222202410-K 12/31/2023
93020231107202310-Q 9/30/2023
6302023802202310-Q 6/30/2023
3312023502202310-Q 3/31/2023
12312022221202310-K 12/31/2022
93020221101202210-Q 9/30/2022
6302022802202210-Q 6/30/2022
3312022503202210-Q 3/31/2022
93020211102202110-Q 9/30/2021

Insider Activity

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 OwnerTitleFiling DateActionPriceSharesTransacted
Value
Value of
Held Shares
Form
0Dibowitz AntonPresident & CEO3062025Buy33.917,500254,3148,490,747Form