Helmerich & Payne vs. Noble: Which Energy Services Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Helmerich & Payne maintains a dominant position in the high-specification land drilling market with its advanced FlexRig fleet. Noble provides specialized offshore services with robust cash generation and a conservative balance sheet relative to its peers.

The Motley Fool • Jun 9, 2026

Why Is Helmerich & Payne (HP) Up 7.3% Since Last Earnings Report?

Helmerich & Payne (HP) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 5, 2026

Oil Be Buying: My Absolute Favorite Energy Stocks

Energy remains a top investment focus due to global demand, constrained supply growth, and attractive sector valuations versus the S&P 500. I highlight my preferred picks across the energy supply chain: LandBridge, Viper Energy, Helmerich & Payne, Diamondback Energy, Western Midstream, and Marathon Petroleum. VNOM offers high cash returns to shareholders, while WES and MPC provide strong yields and capital return strategies, each excelling in their respective niches.

Seeking Alpha • May 31, 2026

3 Oil & Gas Drilling Stocks With Strong Upside Potential

Following a careful analysis of the Zacks Oil and Gas - Drilling industry, we advise focusing on companies like PTEN, HP and NBR.

Zacks Investment Research • May 27, 2026

HP and Baker Hughes Join Forces to Boost U.S. Geothermal Growth

Helmerich & Payne and BKR are partnering to accelerate geothermal development in the U.S. with dedicated drilling capabilities and advanced energy technologies.

Zacks Investment Research • May 21, 2026

Helmerich & Payne Q2 Earnings & Revenues Miss Estimates, Both Down Y/Y

For fiscal 2026, HP expects North America rig activity of 138-144, international activity of 58-68 rigs, cash taxes of $125-$150 million and interest expense of about $100 million.

Zacks Investment Research • May 12, 2026

Here's What Key Metrics Tell Us About Helmerich & Payne (HP) Q2 Earnings

Although the revenue and EPS for Helmerich & Payne (HP) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended March 2026, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

Zacks Investment Research • May 11, 2026

Helmerich & Payne Q2 Earnings Call Highlights

Helmerich & Payne NYSE: HP said fiscal second-quarter results were supported by steady execution in North America and offshore operations, while conflict-related disruptions and supply chain constraints in the Middle East weighed on its international margins.

MarketBeat • May 10, 2026

Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (HP) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (HP) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Seeking Alpha • May 9, 2026

These Analysts Increase Their Forecasts On Helmerich and Payne After Q2 Results

Helmerich and Payne Inc (NYSE:HP) reported worse-than-expected second-quarter financial results, after the closing bell on Wednesday.

Benzinga • May 8, 2026