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HOUSTON - On Thursday, Patterson-UTI Energy Inc. (NASDAQ:PTEN) the drilling and completion services provider reported a wider-than-expected loss for the second quarter, weighed down by a non-cash asset impairment charge.
The company’s shares fell 2.76% in pre-market trading after the release.
The company reported a net loss of $0.13 per share for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, missing analyst expectations of a $0.04 loss. Revenue came in at $1.22 billion, slightly above the consensus estimate of $1.2 billion.
The quarterly loss included a $28 million non-cash asset impairment related to the company’s Colombian drilling operations. Adjusted EBITDA for the period was $231 million.
"Our second quarter activity was in line with the market, and at the same time we see opportunities with our operational footprint, technology portfolio, and financial position to improve our market position in both drilling and completions," said Andy Hendricks, Chief Executive Officer.
Patterson-UTI’s U.S. Contract Drilling business recorded 9,465 operating days during the quarter, with an average of 104 rigs working. The company expects its average rig count to decline to the mid-90s in the third quarter, reflecting moderating activity in oil basins compared to the second quarter.
The company returned $46 million to shareholders during the quarter through dividends and share repurchases, including a quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share. Patterson-UTI also declared a dividend of $0.08 per share, payable on September 15, 2025.
"Our balance sheet remains a key strategic advantage, with low leverage and strong liquidity," said Andy Smith, Chief Financial Officer. "We expect free cash flow will accelerate in the second half of 2025, and a disciplined approach to capital allocation should lead to higher returns and drive long-term value for our shareholders."
The company reduced its expectations for full-year 2025 maintenance capital expenditures due to slightly lower activity, but noted continued strong demand for new technology in both drilling and completions businesses.
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