NOV provides a conservative balance sheet with a current ratio of roughly 2.4x and low debt levels. SLB N.V. leverages a massive global footprint to generate substantial free cash flow nearing $4.8 billion.

NOV Inc. (NOV) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
the company's inability to maintain positive free cash flow, which reached a negative $91 million in 2026Q1, combined with a 2.4% revenue decline, suggests significant headwinds to near-term earnings growth.
NOV Inc. (NOV) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
NOV Inc. (NOV) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | Apr 27, 2026 | $0.15vs $0.17-11.8% | $2.1Bvs $2.1B-0.1% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 4, 2026 | $0.02vs $0.25-92.0% | $2.3Bvs $2.2B+5.0% |
| Q4 2025 | Oct 27, 2025 | $0.11vs $0.24-54.2% | $2.2Bvs $2.2B+0.4% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 28, 2025 | $0.29vs $0.30-3.3% | $2.2Bvs $2.1B+3.6% |
Recent stock market news and headlines for NOV Inc. (NOV)
NOV provides a conservative balance sheet with a current ratio of roughly 2.4x and low debt levels. SLB N.V. leverages a massive global footprint to generate substantial free cash flow nearing $4.8 billion.

-- Regulatory alignment with U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on key elements of NOV-ERA Phase 2b study design, including novel primary endpoint of endoscopic passability -- -- Study initiation on track, with first participants expected to be dosed in the second half of 2026 -- Antwerp, Belgium, June 23, 2026 – Agomab Therapeutics NV (Nasdaq: AGMB) (“Agomab” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on fibro-inflammation, today announced the design of its upcoming Phase 2b NOV-ERA study with ontunisertib, its investigational oral gastro-intestinal (GI)-restricted small molecule inhibitor of ALK5 (or TGF-β RI) for the potential treatment of Fibrostenosing Crohn's Disease (FSCD). Approximately 46% of Crohn's disease patients have FSCD, or fibrotic strictures in the intestinal tract, which can cause obstructive symptoms leading to dietary change, malnutrition and surgery.

HOUSTON, June 16, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NOV Inc. (NYSE: NOV) will hold a conference call to discuss its second quarter 2026 results on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 10 a.m. (Central Time).

Key metrics vs top competitors for NOV Inc. (NOV)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $18.28 | $6.59B | 46.87 | -1.42% | 1.66% | 2.27% | 2.77% | |
| $54.47 | $54.02B | 20.95 | -0.34% | 11.17% | 16.13% | — | |
| $33.79 | $28.23B | 22.53 | -3.31% | 6.95% | 14.59% | — | |
| $46.42 | $69.4B | 19.75 | -1.6% | 9.2% | 12.82% | — | |
| $23.66 | $3.83B | 26.58 | -7.16% | 3.71% | 7.39% | — | |
| $45.01 | $118.13M | 5.20 | 13.64% | 10.76% | 14.37% | — |
NOV Inc. (NOV) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
NOV Inc. (NOV) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Apr 28, 2026·SEC
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NOV Inc. (NOV) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
NOV Inc. (NOV) reported $8.69B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 1041% increase from $761.8M in 1996.
NOV Inc. (NOV) saw revenue decline by 1.4% over the past year.
Yes, NOV Inc. (NOV) is profitable, generating $91.0M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (1.7% net margin).
Yes, NOV Inc. (NOV) pays a dividend with a yield of 2.77%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
NOV Inc. (NOV) has a return on equity (ROE) of 2.3%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.
NOV Inc. (NOV) generated $734.0M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.