Weatherford International PLC (WFRD) Stock Analysis
Verdict: HOLD
Aggressive deleveraging and high FCF yield provide a safety net despite a massive Q2 EPS miss and geopolitical headwinds.
Investment score: 64/100
Analysis as of
Is Weatherford International PLC stock worth reviewing? The TradeMates thesis
Weatherford is trading at a discount to peers despite superior ROE and a rapidly improving debt profile. While Q2 earnings were messy, the fundamental cash generation (8.8% FCF yield) and analyst support suggest the 20% pullback from 52W highs is an entry point.
7-factor investment score
- Valuation: 70/100 (weight 20%)
- Financial Health: 65/100 (weight 15%)
- Technical Momentum: 58/100 (weight 15%)
- Earnings Quality: 50/100 (weight 15%)
- Insider Sentiment: 45/100 (weight 10%)
- Analyst Consensus: 85/100 (weight 10%)
- Risk-Adjusted Return: 60/100 (weight 15%)
Weatherford International PLC opportunities and risks
What speaks for WFRD
- FCF Yield Superiority
What speaks against WFRD
- Geopolitical Instability in Iran/Middle East
Peers and competitors
| Ticker | P/E | P/S | EV/EBITDA | Gross margin | Net margin | FCF yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WFRD | 17.7x | 1.4x | 14.2x | 31.9% | 7.7% | 8.8% |
| SLB | 20.7x | 2.0x | 10.9x | 17.3% | 9.2% | 6.6% |
| BKR | 18.0x | 2.0x | 11.3x | 23.6% | 11.2% | 4.1% |
| HAL | 18.2x | 1.2x | 8.7x | 15.3% | 6.9% | 6.2% |
| NOV | 84.6x | 0.8x | 11.3x | 19.5% | 1.1% | 10.1% |
| KGS | 86.5x | 5.1x | 11.9x | 43.5% | 5.1% | 2.9% |
| Peer median | 20.7x | 2.0x | 11.3x | 19.5% | 6.9% | 6.2% |
Frequently asked questions about Weatherford International PLC (WFRD)
Is WFRD stock a good investment?
The TradeMates model rates Weatherford International PLC as HOLD with an investment score of 64/100. Weatherford is trading at a discount to peers despite superior ROE and a rapidly improving debt profile. While Q2 earnings were messy, the fundamental cash generation (8.8% FCF yield) and analyst support suggest the 20% pullback from 52W highs is an entry point. This is algorithmic model output, not personal investment advice.
Is WFRD stock a buy?
The TradeMates model verdict for WFRD is HOLD with an investment score of 64/100. Treat this as a model signal to review, not a personal buy recommendation.