NBR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
NBR - Nabors Industries Ltd.
$88.70
-3.71 (-4.01%)
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5d:
-8.28%
30d:
+6.39%
90d:
-15.85%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 24, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 28, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: NBR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -27.9% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: NBR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -27.9% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$126.45
Based on 7.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$78.52
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 $88.70, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $80.73 to $91.24. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 25.6) compared to its historical average (68.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 27.9% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NBR is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $85.84, while resistance sits at $98.01. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: NBR scores 39/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $106.62 (+15.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, NBR is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $85.84, while resistance sits at $98.01. Short-term momentum is weak, with the stock down 4.0% recently.
Market Sentiment: NBR scores 39/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $106.62 (+15.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$80.73 -
$91.24
Company Quality Score
48/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
35.7%
All Signals
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (39/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BEARISH: Downward momentum (-4.0%)
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($106.62)
- WARNING: Composite score 48/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$80.73 -
$91.24
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$85.84
Resistance Level
$98.01
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Aug 24, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
25.60
Wall Street Target
$106.63
(+15.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.2%
Profit Margin
7.7%
Valuation Discount vs History
-27.9% cheaper
PE vs Historical
25.6 vs 68.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-27.9%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$83.17
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$74.85
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$67.37
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 26â68)
$179.48
(+94%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Trailing PE: 6.19 | Current EPS (TTM): $14.83
Bull Case
$50.50
(-45%)
Analyst growth -50.0%, PE expands to 6.8
Base Case
$45.91
(-50%)
Market implied -50.0%, PE stable at 6.2
Bear Case
$62.44
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 5.3
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 25.6 to 68.2
Stabilization Target:
$246.20
(+166.4%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+166.4%
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