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NOV makes equipment and parts used to drill, lift, and move oil and gas. It sells drilling rigs, pumps, pipes, valves, and related replacement parts, and it also offers repair, maintenance, and field support for that equipment. Its customers are mainly oil and gas producers, drilling contractors, and service companies that need reliable hardware to work in harsh industrial settings. The company makes money by selling large pieces of equipment up front and by supplying the consumable parts, spare parts, and service work that keep that equipment running. A big part of NOV’s role is being a supplier to the upstream energy chain, where customers need specialized machines and components rather than consumer products. That means demand tends to follow drilling activity, equipment replacement needs, and the long life of oilfield assets. What makes NOV different is that it sits close to the “tools and hardware” side of energy production, not the commodity side itself. It is known for engineering-heavy products that have to withstand pressure, heat, and constant use in oilfields and on offshore rigs. Because many of its products are mission-critical and customized to the job, NOV often builds long customer relationships around installed equipment, replacement parts, and service support.
NOV makes equipment and parts used to drill, lift, and move oil and gas. It sells drilling rigs, pumps, pipes, valves, and related replacement parts, and it also offers repair, maintenance, and field support for that equipment. Its customers are mainly oil and gas producers, drilling contractors, and service companies that need reliable hardware to work in harsh industrial settings.
The company makes money by selling large pieces of equipment up front and by supplying the consumable parts, spare parts, and service work that keep that equipment running. A big part of NOV’s role is being a supplier to the upstream energy chain, where customers need specialized machines and components rather than consumer products. That means demand tends to follow drilling activity, equipment replacement needs, and the long life of oilfield assets.
What makes NOV different is that it sits close to the “tools and hardware” side of energy production, not the commodity side itself. It is known for engineering-heavy products that have to withstand pressure, heat, and constant use in oilfields and on offshore rigs. Because many of its products are mission-critical and customized to the job, NOV often builds long customer relationships around installed equipment, replacement parts, and service support.
Results hit by Middle East: NOV reported revenue of $2.05 billion and net income of $19 million, but management said the conflict in the Middle East reduced revenue by about $54 million and EBITDA by $32 million in the quarter.
Bookings held up: Energy Equipment bookings were $520 million, the strongest first quarter order intake since 2019, and management said full-year book-to-bill should stay near 100%.
Outlook improved: Management said the market has shifted from an oversupply story to a tighter market with a growing need for investment, and they believe a new capital equipment cycle is starting.
Margins under pressure: Tariffs, higher freight costs, lower manufacturing absorption and mix pressure weighed on margins, though management expects cost reductions to start offsetting inflation in the second half of 2026.
Capital spending grows: NOV approved a $200 million expansion of its subsea flexible pipe facility in Brazil, reflecting confidence in offshore demand and a likely future capacity shortfall.
Cash returns continue: The company repurchased 3.5 million shares for $67 million, paid $33 million of dividends, and expects to return a supplemental dividend tied to 2025 excess free cash flow.
