Core Laboratories NV (CLB) stands as a leading provider of specialized reservoir optimization services and products in the oil and gas industry, focusing on enhancing reservoir characterization and maximizing production efficiency. Leveraging advanced technologies and proprietary analytical methods, the company delivers innovative solutions that prioritize sustainability and environmental responsibility. With a strong global presence, Core Labs is strategically positioned to seize new growth opportunities and effectively navigate the challenges of an evolving energy landscape, making it a compelling choice for institutional investors seeking long-term value in the sector.
| Revenue (TTM) | $516.74M |
| Gross Profit (TTM) | $98.69M |
| EBITDA | $53.74M |
| Operating Margin | 9.47% |
| Return on Equity | 5.57% |
| Return on Assets | 4.09% |
| Revenue/Share (TTM) | $11.23 |
| Book Value | $6.07 |
| Price-to-Book | 1.47 |
| Price-to-Sales (TTM) | 0.78 |
| EV/Revenue | 1.064 |
| EV/EBITDA | 10.20 |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY) | -60.40% |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY) | -1.80% |
| Shares Outstanding | $45.82M |
| Float | $45.17M |
| % Insiders | 1.44% |
| % Institutions | 113.89% |
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Core Laboratories' Q3 earnings missed estimates amid rising costs and geopolitical disruptions, despite a revenue beat and stronger international lab activity.
Core Laboratories NYSE: CLB reported higher third-quarter revenue, operating income and earnings per share from the prior quarter, while geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East and Russia-Ukraine continued to constrain parts of its international services business.
Core Laboratories Inc. ( CLB ) Q3 2026 Earnings Call October 29, 2026 8:30 AM EDT Company Participants Lawrence Bruno - Chairman of the Board, CEO, President & COO Gwendolyn Schreffler - Senior Vice President of Corporate Development & Investor Relations Chris Hill - Senior VP & CFO Conference Call Participants Joshua Jayne - Daniel Energy Partners, LLC Presentation Operator Good morning, and welcome to the Core Laboratories Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions] Please note this event is being recorded.
REVENUE OF $ 132.1 MILLION, UP 6% SEQUENTIALLY AND DOWN 2% YEAR-OVER-YEAR OPERATING INCOME OF $ 12.1 MILLION; EX-ITEMS, $12.6 MILLION, UP 35% SEQUENTIALLY AND DOWN 24% YEAR-OVER-YEAR GAAP EARNINGS PER SHARE OF $0.12; EPS EX-ITEMS OF $0.16, UP 46% SEQUENTIALLY AND DOWN 27% YEAR-OVER-YEAR FREE CASH FLOW OF $ 1.7 MILLION COMPANY REPURCHASED 87,873 SHARES OF COMMON STOCK, FOR $1.1 MILLION AGGREGATE PURCHASE PRICE COMPANY ANNOUNCES Q 4 2026 QUARTERLY DIVIDEND HOUSTON, Oct. 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Core Laboratories Inc. (NYSE: "CLB") ("Core," "Core Lab," or the "Company") reported third quarter 2026 revenue of $132,100,000. Core's operating income was $12,100,000, with earnings per diluted share ("EPS") of $0.12, all in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP").
HOUSTON, Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Core Laboratories (NYSE: "CLB") will host its third quarter 2026 conference call for investors and analysts at 7:30 a.m. CDT / 8:30 a.m.
Core Laboratories' 35.1% six-month slide contrasts with stronger Production Enhancement trends and offshore recovery potential amid geopolitical risks.
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