Seadrill (SDRL) Investor presentation summary
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Investor presentation summary
26 Feb, 2026Financial highlights
Market capitalization stands at $2.8 billion, with a total backlog of $2.5 billion as of February 2026.
FY26 adjusted EBITDA guidance is $375 million, with total operating revenues projected at $1.4–1.45 billion.
Net leverage is 0.81x, reflecting prudent financial management and a robust balance sheet.
Total liquidity is $524 million, with net debt at $286 million as of December 2025.
Share price has appreciated approximately 50% over the last three months.
Operational performance and fleet
Operates a marketed fleet of 14 rigs, including 10 drillships and 2 managed units.
9 out of 14 rigs are fully contracted for 2026, covering 90% of revenue guidance midpoint.
Leading drillship operator in Angola and Brazil, with strong positions in the U.S. Gulf and North Sea.
High-specification assets such as West Carina, West Vela, West Neptune, and West Gemini are highlighted for performance and contract opportunities.
Average dayrates have risen 11% year-over-year, with strong backlog visibility into 2027.
Market positioning and strategy
Strategically positioned in the "Golden Triangle," which accounts for 87% of offshore deepwater demand.
Deeply embedded, long-term relationships with IOCs and independents across key offshore basins.
Momentum is building for a strategic pivot to deepwater, with 94% of proven plus probable reserves having breakeven costs under $60/bbl.
Offshore investment is forecasted to increase, incentivized by favorable project economics.
Trades at a discount to UDW peers on both EV/EBITDA multiples and implied asset values.
Latest events from Seadrill
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Q3 20253 Feb 2026 - Q2 profit rose on asset sales and buybacks; 2024 guidance cut amid contract delays.SDRL
Q2 20242 Feb 2026 - Backlog extends to 2029 with rising dayrates and strong contract wins, trading at a peer discount.SDRL
Investor presentation22 Jan 2026 - Q3 beat expectations, guidance raised, and share repurchases cut share count by 19%.SDRL
Q3 202414 Jan 2026 - Rising dayrates, robust backlog, and limited supply drive strong upside potential.SDRL
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Proxy Filing2 Dec 2025 - Key AGM votes include Board elections, auditor approval, and executive compensation.SDRL
Proxy Filing2 Dec 2025