Helmerich & Payne (NYSE: HP) Schedules Fiscal Q2 2026 Earnings Call
Helmerich & Payne, Inc. (NYSE: HP) has officially scheduled its conference call and webcast to discuss fiscal second quarter 2026 results. The event is set for Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 11 a.m. ET (10 a.m. CT). The call will be led by President and CEO Trey Adams and Senior Vice President and CFO Kevin Vann.
How to Access the Earnings Release and Call
Investors and analysts can access the fiscal second quarter 2026 earnings release and the accompanying presentation via the company’s official website at hpinc.com. For those unable to attend the live event, the call will be archived for 365 days in the “News &. Events – Events & Presentations” section under the “Investors” tab of the website.
Dial-in and Webcast Details
- Domestic Phone: 800-715-9871 (Conference ID: 86079)
- International Phone: 646-307-1963 (Conference ID: 86079)
- Internet: Available via the H&P official website
Recent Financial Context and Strategic Outlook
As H&P prepares for its Q2 2026 reporting, the company is coming off a fiscal 2025 period marked by specific operational shifts in both North American and International markets.
International Expansion in Saudi Arabia
A key focal point for the company’s growth is its operations in Saudi Arabia. H&P has received notifications for seven rigs to resume operations during the first half of 2026. These resumptions are expected to bring the total operating rig count in the country to 24 by mid-2026.
Segment Performance Highlights
- North America Solutions (NAS): This segment continues to be a profitability leader among North American land drillers. In the quarter ended September 30, 2025, NAS reported operating income of $118 million and direct margins of $242 million.
- International Solutions: This segment showed improvement toward the end of 2025, reporting an operating loss of $(75) million in the quarter ended September 30, which was an improvement over the prior quarter’s loss of $(167) million.
Debt Management and Shareholder Returns
The company has been aggressively reducing its leverage. As of the end of October 2025, H&P repaid $210 million of its $400 million term loan. The company now anticipates repaying the entire term loan by the end of the third fiscal quarter of 2026. H&P continues its ongoing dividend program, returning approximately $25 million to shareholders in the quarter ended September 30, 2025.
Key Takeaways for Investors
| Metric/Event | Detail |
|---|---|
| Earnings Call Date | May 7, 2026 |
| Saudi Arabia Rig Count | Expected to reach 24 rigs by mid-2026 |
| Debt Target | Full repayment of term loan by end of fiscal Q3 2026 |
| Primary Executives | Trey Adams (CEO) and Kevin Vann (CFO) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find the Q2 2026 presentation?
The presentation and earnings release will be posted on the hpinc.com website.
Who is leading the earnings call?
The call will be led by President and CEO Trey Adams and Senior Vice President and CFO Kevin Vann.
What is the current status of H&P’s term loan?
The company has repaid $210 million of its $400 million term loan as of October 2025 and expects to clear the remaining balance by the end of the third fiscal quarter of 2026.
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