SLB Announces Third-Quarter 2026 Results

SLB reported Q3 2026 revenue of $9.45 billion, up 5% sequentially and 6% year on year. GAAP EPS was $0.49, down 6% sequentially and 2% year on year. Adjusted EBITDA rose 9% sequentially to $2.07 billion. The company generated $1.51 billion in operating cash flow and declared a $0.295 per share dividend.

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Published Oct 29, 2026, 4:30 AM UTC
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$SLBBearishHigh
01

Why it matters

The earnings miss on EPS may trigger short-term sell pressure, but the dividend increase and solid cash flow could attract dividend-focused investors.

02

Market read

Earnings release is a primary catalyst for SLB's stock, influencing sector sentiment and dividend investors.

03

What to watch

Free cash flow of $828M and dividend increase may appeal to income investors

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: post-market today

Background

Schlumberger released its third-quarter 2026 earnings, providing the first public disclosure of the quarter's financials.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

$SLBBearishMedium confidence
Context

Q3 2026 results: revenue $9.45B (+5% QoQ), GAAP EPS $0.49 (-6% QoQ), dividend $0.295 per share.

Expected impact

likely pressure as market prices in the EPS miss

Evidence & confidence

EPS fell sequentially while revenue growth was modest, suggesting weaker profitability than expected.

Market effects

Oilfield services sector may face margin pressure

U.S. energy stocks could see modest downside

Limited global impact beyond energy sector

Counterpoint

Despite EPS miss, strong cash flow and dividend raise could support the stock

Key entities

  • Schlumberger

    Global oilfield services provider (ticker SLB).

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