Weatherford International plc (WFRD) — Stock Score Summary

Weatherford International plc (WFRD) has a MoatMap StockRank of 93/100 based on Quality (76/100), Value (39/100), and Momentum (65/100) factor scores. The current signal is STRONG BUY. Weatherford operates in the energy services sector, which would typically benefit from the 'Energy Security Resurgence' theme and elevated oil/gas prices. However, the company has a history of cyclicality and has undergone significant restructuring, classifying it as a turnaround. This directly conflicts with the Terry Smith lens, which explicitly states 'You never own turnarounds, commodity cyclicals at 'cheap' multiples, or broken business models hoping for a macro rescue.'

Weatherford International plc is a leading global energy services company providing a comprehensive portfolio of equipment and services for the drilling, evaluation, completion, production, and intervention of oil and natural gas wells. The company's competitive moat is built upon its extensive global footprint, diversified service offerings across the entire well lifecycle, and continuous innovation in drilling and production technologies. This integrated approach allows Weatherford to address complex operational challenges for E&P clients worldwide, supporting efficient hydrocarbon recovery.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$108.79
Market Cap$7.8B
P/E (TTM)17.10
P/E (Forward)14.57
Price/Book4.47
Return on Equity30.8%
Return on Invested Capital18.9%
Debt/Equity92.67
Gross Margin30.8%
Operating Margin11.8%
Revenue Growth-3.4%
Dividend Yield1.0%
Free Cash Flow$448M

Weatherford International plc operates in the Oil & Gas Equipment & Services industry, part of the Energy sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Weatherford International plc’s (WFRD) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Weatherford International plc (WFRD) is 93/100, with a Strong Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (76), Value (39), and Momentum (65) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Weatherford International plc have an economic moat?
Weatherford International plc (WFRD) has a Quality factor score of 76/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Weatherford International plc a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Weatherford International plc (WFRD) is Strong Buy, based on a StockRank of 93/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Weatherford International plc in?
Weatherford International plc (WFRD) operates in the Energy sector, specifically the Oil & Gas Equipment & Services industry (United States).