Equity Profile

SDRL

Seadrill Limited

EnergyOil & Gas Drilling$2.8B

Aug20Thu

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026Pre-Market9:00 AM EDT

Company Snapshot

Seadrill Limited (SDRL) operates in the energy sector, specifically focusing on oil and gas drilling. As a major player in offshore drilling, its performance is closely tied to global oil prices and energy demand, making it a key company to watch in the energy market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share will indicate the company's profitability and operational efficiency this quarter.

N/A

Revenue

Revenue figures will provide insight into the demand for Seadrill's drilling services and overall market conditions.

N/A

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SDRL Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

+154.68%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.55%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Seadrill reported an EPS of -$0.11, missing the estimate of -$0.10. The stock reacted positively, gaining 3.39% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic about Seadrill's upcoming earnings, given the volatility in oil prices and drilling demand. However, the company's recent history of missing earnings estimates raises concerns.

Bull Case

If Seadrill can demonstrate improved operational efficiency and better-than-expected demand for drilling services, it could signal a turnaround in profitability, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company continues to report losses and fails to provide a clear path to profitability, it may lead to further declines in stock price and investor confidence.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and how does it compare to previous estimates?

Given the company's recent history of missing EPS estimates, this will be a critical indicator of operational performance.

What is the revenue outlook for the next quarter?

Revenue guidance will help investors gauge demand for Seadrill's services and the company's ability to navigate market challenges.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The market may be underestimating the potential for a rebound in drilling demand as oil prices stabilize, which could lead to better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing an 8.91% move, indicating expectations of volatility that may not align with the company's actual performance.

Seadrill's recent stock price movements suggest that investors may be overly pessimistic given the potential for recovery in the energy sector.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in better than -$0.10, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is pivotal as it follows a series of disappointing earnings, and investors are looking for signs of recovery.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.00 or better would confirm the bull case and suggest a recovery in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.20 or worse would reinforce the bear case and raise concerns about the company's financial stability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±8.91%

Historical Avg

±2.0%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±8.9% while SDRL has averaged ±2.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

31.3%

Calls (1K)P/C Ratio: 1.00Puts (0)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Seadrill beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a positive reaction of around +3.39%, confirming a potential turnaround.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further clarity from management.

Miss

If the company misses expectations again, history suggests a potential decline of about +0.72%, which could further erode investor confidence.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on drilling contracts and demand forecasts.
2Management's commentary on cost-cutting measures and operational efficiency.
3Insights into the impact of oil price fluctuations on future earnings.
4Guidance on revenue expectations for the next quarter.
5Any strategic initiatives aimed at improving profitability.

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Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share will indicate the company's profitability and operational efficiency this quarter.

N/A

Revenue

Revenue figures will provide insight into the demand for Seadrill's drilling services and overall market conditions.

N/A

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

SDRL Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

38%

Avg EPS Surprise

+154.68%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.55%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Seadrill reported an EPS of -$0.11, missing the estimate of -$0.10. The stock reacted positively, gaining 3.39% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Seadrill can demonstrate improved operational efficiency and better-than-expected demand for drilling services, it could signal a turnaround in profitability, leading to a positive stock reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company continues to report losses and fails to provide a clear path to profitability, it may lead to further declines in stock price and investor confidence.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the EPS be this quarter, and how does it compare to previous estimates?

Given the company's recent history of missing EPS estimates, this will be a critical indicator of operational performance.

What is the revenue outlook for the next quarter?

Revenue guidance will help investors gauge demand for Seadrill's services and the company's ability to navigate market challenges.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The market may be underestimating the potential for a rebound in drilling demand as oil prices stabilize, which could lead to better-than-expected results.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing an 8.91% move, indicating expectations of volatility that may not align with the company's actual performance.

Seadrill's recent stock price movements suggest that investors may be overly pessimistic given the potential for recovery in the energy sector.

Key Risk

If the EPS comes in better than -$0.10, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is pivotal as it follows a series of disappointing earnings, and investors are looking for signs of recovery.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.00 or better would confirm the bull case and suggest a recovery in profitability.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS of -$0.20 or worse would reinforce the bear case and raise concerns about the company's financial stability.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±8.91%

Historical Avg

±2.0%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±8.9% while SDRL has averaged ±2.0% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

31.3%

Calls (1K)P/C Ratio: 1.00Puts (0)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Seadrill beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a positive reaction of around +3.39%, confirming a potential turnaround.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may experience muted movement as investors await further clarity from management.

Miss

If the company misses expectations again, history suggests a potential decline of about +0.72%, which could further erode investor confidence.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on drilling contracts and demand forecasts.
2Management's commentary on cost-cutting measures and operational efficiency.
3Insights into the impact of oil price fluctuations on future earnings.
4Guidance on revenue expectations for the next quarter.
5Any strategic initiatives aimed at improving profitability.