NBR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NBR - Nabors Industries Ltd.
$86.06
-1.37 (-1.57%)
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5d:
+0.08%
30d:
+11.91%
90d:
+61.46%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Mar 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: May 05, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: NBR shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Company currently unprofitable (negative forward earnings). Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: NBR shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Company currently unprofitable (negative forward earnings). Moderate conviction.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NBR is currently trading at $86.06, which is considered extended relative to its 30-day fair value range of $76.39 to $84.73.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NBR is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $77.81, while resistance sits at $92.38.
Market Sentiment: NBR has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (12th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $71.25. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NBR is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $77.81, while resistance sits at $92.38.
Market Sentiment: NBR has a strong technical setup (75/100), with favorable trendlines, momentum, and price action for short-term traders. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (12th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. However, the stock is trading significantly above the average Wall Street target of $71.25. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
EXTENDED
Fair Price Range
$76.39 -
$84.73
Company Quality Score
61/100
(BUY)
Options IV Signal
12th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
62.5%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Price extended above range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 12th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (75/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Trading 17.2% above Wall St target ($71.25)
Fair Price Analysis
30-Day Fair Range
$76.39 -
$84.73
Current vs Fair Value
EXTENDED
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$8.55
(9.9%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$77.81
Resistance Level
$92.38
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Mar 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
-51.07
Wall Street Target
$71.25
(-17.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.3%
Profit Margin
9.0%
Share & Embed Analysis
Last updated: March 31, 2026 8:22 PM ET
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