Helmerich & Payne sees Q4 direct margins at or near high end of guidance range

Helmerich & Payne expects to report strong Q4 results with direct margins at or near the high end of guidance for all segments. North America Solutions average rig count near high-end, International near midpoint, Offshore near midpoint. International Solutions direct margins around $45M. Company maintains constructive outlook for fiscal 2027 with expectation of stronger overall direct margins. Targeting ~1x net debt to adjusted EBITDA by calendar year-end 2027.