Patterson-UTI Energy Inc (PTEN)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands -889,737 351,954 211,031 -677,750 -892,258
Revenue US$ in thousands 5,377,910 4,146,460 2,619,410 1,316,530 1,090,150
Operating profit margin -16.54% 8.49% 8.06% -51.48% -81.85%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $-889,737K ÷ $5,377,910K
= -16.54%

Patterson-UTI Energy Inc's operating profit margin has shown significant fluctuations over the years based on the provided data. In December 2020, the company had a notably negative operating profit margin of -81.85%, indicating that its operating expenses significantly exceeded its operating income.

However, there was a gradual improvement in the company's operating performance in the subsequent years. By December 2022, Patterson-UTI Energy Inc achieved a positive operating profit margin of 8.06%, signaling a turnaround in its operational efficiency. This positive trend continued in December 2023, with a slight increase to 8.49%.

Nonetheless, the company experienced a dip in its operating profit margin in December 2024, falling back into negative territory at -16.54%. This decline suggests that Patterson-UTI Energy Inc may have faced challenges or incurred higher costs that impacted its profitability during that period.

Overall, based on the fluctuations in the operating profit margin, Patterson-UTI Energy Inc has showcased variability in its operational efficiency and profitability levels over the years, highlighting the importance of closely monitoring and managing operating expenses to sustain positive margins.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Patterson-UTI Energy Inc
PTEN
-16.54%
Helmerich and Payne Inc
HP
16.39%
Nabors Industries Ltd
NBR
8.62%
Valaris Ltd
VAL
3.00%