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SLB 3Q 2026: Revenue $9.45B, EPS $0.49— 10-Q Summary

SLB reported 3Q 2026 revenue of $9.45B, up 5.8% YoY, with net income of $735M and EPS of $0.49, both slightly below prior-year levels. Revenue grew across all regions, with notable increases in the Middle East and Data Center Solutions. SLB announced a $3.4B acquisition of Kelvion, expected to close in 1H 2027.

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Published Oct 28, 2026, 3:31 PM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$SLBNeutralMed
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Why it matters

The earnings release introduces new data that could influence short‑term price action and sector sentiment.

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Market read

Primary earnings disclosure for a large‑cap energy services firm with a material acquisition announcement.

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What to watch

The acquisition of Kelvion for $3.4B may provide long‑term upside not reflected in the short‑term EPS miss.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: post‑market release

Background

SLB's Q3 2026 10‑Q provides the first public disclosure of its quarterly performance and a pending acquisition.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$SLBNeutralHigh confidence
Context

SLB reported Q3 2026 revenue of $9.45B and EPS of $0.49, both slightly below the prior-year quarter.

Expected impact

potential modest downside as the market prices in the EPS miss

Evidence & confidence

Revenue rose 5.8% YoY, but EPS fell 2% YoY, indicating margin pressure.

Market effects

Oilfield services sector may see mixed reactions as revenue growth offsets earnings miss.

Middle East revenue boost could benefit regional exposure but limited broader market effect.

Large‑cap energy services data adds to overall earnings season narrative.

Counterpoint

Investors may view the revenue beat as a sign of resilience and could buy on the dip.

Key entities

  • SLB

    Schlumberger Limited, US‑listed oilfield services provider.

  • Kelvion

    Thermal‑management firm targeted for acquisition.

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