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SLB Revenue Rises 6% as Adjusted EPS Falls 7% in Third Quarter

SLB reported Q3 revenue of $9.449B, up 6% YoY, but adjusted EPS fell 7% to $0.64. Excluding ChampionX, revenue grew 2%. North American revenue rose 24%, while Middle East/Asia revenue declined 6% YoY. SLB forecasts Q4 revenue of $10B, up 5-7%.

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Published Oct 24, 2026, 1:05 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$SLBBearishMed
01

Why it matters

The earnings miss on adjusted EPS and modest guidance may trigger short‑term downside, while revenue growth and AI‑related data center demand could support longer‑term upside.

02

Market read

The report provides fresh earnings data for a major oilfield services company, influencing sector sentiment and offering a near‑term trading signal.

03

What to watch

The acquisition of ChampionX adds a significant revenue tail; exclusion shows underlying organic growth is weaker.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: pre‑market today

Background

Schlumberger reported Q3 2026 results, highlighting a 6% YoY revenue increase, a 7% drop in adjusted EPS, and guidance for Q4 revenue around $10B.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$SLBBearishHigh confidence
Context

Q3 revenue rose 6% YoY to $9.449B while adjusted EPS fell 7% to $0.64, with Q4 revenue guidance of about $10B.

Expected impact

likely pressure as the market prices in the earnings miss on adjusted EPS and cautious Q4 outlook

Evidence & confidence

Revenue beat is modest and EPS miss signals margin pressure; guidance of $10B is only a 5‑7% sequential rise, below market expectations for a high‑growth sector.

Market effects

Sector

Oilfield services sector may see broader scrutiny as earnings miss highlights margin pressures.

Regional

North American and Middle East regions show divergent growth, influencing regional energy service demand.

Global

Schlumberger's results are a bellwether for global upstream spending trends.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

Investors could view the revenue beat and AI‑driven data center demand as a catalyst for upside despite EPS miss.

Key entities

  • Executive
    Olivier Le Peuch

    CEO of Schlumberger, provided commentary on regional growth and AI‑driven data center demand.

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