NBR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NBR - Nabors Industries Ltd.
$77.86
0.48 (0.62%)
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5d:
-7.45%
30d:
-17.5%
90d:
-1.87%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 2, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: NBR shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: NBR shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$39.06
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$24.25
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: NBR is currently trading at $77.86, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $84.12 to $99.27. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 69.8) compared to its historical average (86.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 6.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NBR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $91.15. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NBR has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $108.50 (+39.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NBR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $91.15. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: NBR has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $108.50 (+39.4%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$84.12 -
$99.27
Company Quality Score
54/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
57.1%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 39.4% below Wall St target ($108.50)
- CAUTION: 5-day price weakness (-7.5%) - monitor closely
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$84.12 -
$99.27
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$91.15
Resistance Level
$101.42
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
69.83
Wall Street Target
$108.50
(+39.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
6.4%
Profit Margin
7.4%
Valuation Discount vs History
-6.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
69.8 vs 86.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-6.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$72.57
(-7%)
2-Year Target
$67.63
(-13%)
3-Year Target
$63.03
(-19%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 70→86)
$77.99
(+0%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 5.66 | Current EPS (TTM): $13.67
Bull Case
$42.56
(-45%)
Analyst growth -50.0%, PE expands to 6.2
Base Case
$38.69
(-50%)
Market implied -50.0%, PE stable at 5.7
Bear Case
$52.62
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 4.8
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 69.8 to 86.4
Stabilization Target:
$96.34
(+23.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+23.7%
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