Drilling Sector($DO,$RIG,$HP and other) Performance: A Look at the Last Month's 12.44% Average Gain
The drilling industry is pivotal in catering to the energy sector by offering both onshore and offshore drilling services. Their clientele encompasses major oil and gas conglomerates as well as independent energy companies. With oil's evergreen demand, there's potential for contract fees in this sector to rise. Helmerich & Payne, Inc., Transocean Ltd, and Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. stand tall as some of the significant drilling entities in the U.S.
Tickers in theme Automation - RIG, DO, HP, NBR, NR, PDS, PTEN
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Notable Companies
Within this group, Transocean Ltd (NYSE:RIG) and Diamond Offshore Drilling (NYSE:DO) are particularly significant and have been noteworthy performers.
Market Capitalization
Taking a glance at the market cap, the collective average sits at a solid 2.6B. Individual market caps of tickers in this sector span from 459.2M to a whopping 6.3B, with RIG taking the lead at 6.3B, and NR positioned at the lower end with 459.2M.
Price Movements
During the past week, the average price growth for the entire group was noted at -1.99%. However, on a brighter note, the monthly average showcased a robust growth of 12.93%. Furthermore, the quarterly average was recorded at 5.99%. Among these, PDS emerged as the star performer, registering the highest price growth at 4.7%, whereas DO faced a dip, sliding by -5.18%.
Recent highlights include:
- 6/23/23: Patterson-UTI Energy (PTEN, $11.51) dropped, marking a decline of -7.77%.
- 6/10/23: Transocean (RIG, $6.24) also witnessed a decrease, with its price diminishing by -5.17%.
- 6/8/23: On the flip side, Transocean (RIG, $6.34) took an upward leap, enjoying a +10.84% surge.
Volume Metrics
Examining the volume, the group's average weekly volume growth stood at 30.95%. This positive trend, however, was overshadowed by the monthly and quarterly metrics, which reflected declines of -28.44% and -2.19% respectively. A significant volume spike was observed for Newpark Resources stock on 6/24/23, registering a staggering 285% growth compared to the 65-Day Volume Moving Average.
Fundamental Analysis Ratings
Analyses based on fundamental metrics give us a spectrum where 1 is the best score and 100 the worst. It's crucial for investors to keep these ratings in consideration for more informed decisions.
In summary, the drilling sector has shown promising growth over the past month, and key players within this industry are poised to capitalize on the oil sector's demands and trends.
Individual Stock Analysis
On July 25, 2023, RIG's 10-day RSI Oscillator exited the overbought region, possibly indicating a transition from a bullish to a bearish trend. Investors might consider selling positions or exploring put options. Historical data from Tickeron's A.I.dvisor reveals that in 32 out of 33 similar scenarios, the stock trended downward subsequently. This suggests a 90% probability of a declining movement.
HP marked its third consecutive day of gains on August 03, 2023, registering a +0.97% uptrend. Historically, such continuous gains have been a promising indicator. Analyzing past data reveals that out of 302 instances when HP rose for three days straight, 234 times it continued its upward trajectory in the subsequent month. This suggests a 77% likelihood of sustained growth for the stock. Investors might want to monitor HP closely for potential future advancements.
NR:
On August 2, 2023, NR's 10-day RSI Indicator transitioned out of the overbought territory. This move could suggest a possible transition from its recent bullish momentum to a bearish trend. Investors and traders might consider reducing their positions or exploring put options. Historical analysis by Tickeron's A.I.dvisor reveals that in 33 out of 37 similar situations, NR experienced a decline in subsequent days. This historical pattern indicates an 89% chance of a downward move in the near future.
