Why is NOV Up Today?

NOV
$18.04
▲ +2.04% (+$0.37)
Last updated: Nov 11, 2026 5:30 PM ET (196 min ago)

About NOV Inc.

NOV (formerly National Oilwell Varco) is a leading supplier of oil and gas drilling rig equipment and products, such as downhole tools, drill pipe, and well casing. The company operates on a global scale, with international markets contributing nearly two thirds of its annual revenue.

Sector: OIL & GAS FIELD MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT
Market Cap: $5.03B
Forward P/E: 13.7
52-Week Range: $14.30 - $21.93
Employees: 34,010

Overall Confidence: 65%

65% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SECTOR 65% Confidence
🎯 OIL & GAS FIELD MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT sector moving together
This appears to be a sector-wide move. The OIL & GAS FIELD MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT sector is up 3.6% on average.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.1x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

OIL & GAS FIELD MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT sector: +3.6%

This appears to be a sector-wide move. Most OIL & GAS FIELD MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT stocks are moving in the same direction.

Market Comparison

NOV is outperforming the market (+0.7% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+1.32%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+2.31%
NOV
This Stock
+2.04%
vs S&P 500: +0.72%
vs Nasdaq: -0.27%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, NOV is expected to trade between:
$17.68 - $18.58

Key Level to Watch

$18.94 resistance
Watch for continuation above $18.04

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Last updated: Nov 11, 2026 5:30 PM (196 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.11
Put/Call Ratio
75.7%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 18,424
Put Volume: 1,962
Total: 20,386
Unusual Activity: $19 CALL (10,093 vol) $20 CALL (1,907 vol)

Historical Context

NOV has moved more than 3.0% up on 23 occasions in the past year.

43.5%
Continuation Rate
10/23 times continued up
-0.62%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar up moves
Last similar move: Oct 23, 2026 (5.3%) → Next day: +2.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is NOV stock up today?

This appears to be a sector-wide move. The OIL & GAS FIELD MACHINERY & EQUIPMENT sector is up 3.6% on average.

Is NOV stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, NOV shows 65% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the NOV stock price target?

NOV is currently trading at $18.04. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $17.68 - $18.58. See long-term price prediction →

Will NOV stock continue rising?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that NOV's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $18.94 (resistance).

Is NOV stock oversold or overbought?

NOV's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 41.2. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for NOV stock?

NOV's 10-day momentum indicator is at -1.27. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is NOV outperforming or underperforming the market?

NOV (+2.04%) is currently outperforming the market (+0.7% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 1.32%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 2.31%.

What does MACD indicate for NOV?

NOV's MACD (-0.47) is currently below the signal line (-0.35), indicating a bearish trend. This technical signal suggests selling pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 26.4) is strong.

Is NOV in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, NOV is in a bearish trend. The price ($18.04) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($18.76) and 50-day SMA ($19.5). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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