Profit falls as NOV (NYSE: NOV) posts $2.05B Q1 2026 revenue, lower EBITDA

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NOV Inc. reported weaker results for the first quarter of 2026 as Middle East conflict disrupted operations. Revenue was $2.05 billion, down 2% year-over-year, and net income fell to $19 million, or $0.05 per diluted share.

Operating profit dropped to $47 million, while Adjusted EBITDA decreased by $75 million year-over-year to $177 million, or 8.6% of sales. The company estimates the conflict reduced revenue by $54 million and Adjusted EBITDA by $32 million.

Energy Equipment revenue rose 4% to $1.19 billion, but Energy Products and Services revenue declined 10% to $897 million. NOV returned $100 million to shareholders via $67 million of share repurchases and $33 million of dividends and ended the quarter with $1.34 billion of cash and $1.72 billion of total debt.

Positive

• Robust backlog and segment growth: Energy Equipment revenue grew 4% year-over-year to $1.19 billion, supported by a $4.23 billion capital equipment backlog and $520 million of new orders, indicating sustained demand despite regional disruptions.
• Strong liquidity and capital returns: NOV ended Q1 2026 with $1.34 billion in cash and $1.72 billion of total debt, while returning $100 million to shareholders through $67 million of buybacks and $33 million of dividends.
• Strategic growth investments: The company is expanding its subsea flexible pipe facility in Açu, Brazil to roughly double capacity over three years and secured multiple offshore and CO₂ treatment contracts, reinforcing its positioning in offshore and energy-transition related markets.

Negative

• Material earnings and margin compression: Net income fell $54 million year-over-year to $19 million and Adjusted EBITDA decreased $75 million to $177 million, with total Adjusted EBITDA margin dropping from 12.0% to 8.6%.
• Segment softness and conflict exposure: Energy Products and Services revenue declined 10% year-over-year to $897 million, with profitability pressured by Middle East disruptions, lower global drilling activity, and higher tariffs.
• Challenging near-term outlook: For Q2 2026, management expects consolidated revenue to decline 4–6% year-over-year and guides Adjusted EBITDA to $185–$215 million, explicitly noting risks if Middle East conditions deteriorate further.
• Negative free cash flow: NOV generated negative Free Cash Flow of $91 million in Q1 2026, as operating cash outflow of $26 million combined with $65 million of capital expenditures.

Insights

Equity analyst

Q1 profit and margins weakened, with cautious Q2 guidance.

NOV posted Q1 2026 revenue of $2.05 billion, down 2% year-over-year, while net income declined to $19 million. Adjusted EBITDA dropped to $177 million, or 8.6% of sales, reflecting operational disruptions in the Middle East and softer drilling activity.

Management estimates the conflict reduced revenue by $54 million and Adjusted EBITDA by $32 million. Energy Equipment grew revenue 4% but saw margin compression; Energy Products and Services revenue fell 10% with a sharper profitability decline. Pre‑tax Other Items of $37 million further weighed on GAAP earnings.

For Q2 2026, NOV guides consolidated revenue to decline 4–6% year-over-year with Adjusted EBITDA between $185 million and $215 million. Despite near‑term headwinds, the company highlights a $4.23 billion Energy Equipment backlog, Brazil flexible pipe capacity expansion, and a strong balance sheet with $1.34 billion cash and $1.72 billion total debt. Actual performance will depend on Middle East conditions and global activity levels.

8-K Event Classification

2 items: 2.02, 9.01

2 items

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial

Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits

Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.

Key Figures

Q1 2026 Revenue: $2.05B Q1 2026 Net Income: $19M Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA: $177M +5 more

8 metrics

Q1 2026 Revenue $2.05B Quarter ended March 31, 2026; down 2% year-over-year

Q1 2026 Net Income $19M Attributable to Company; EPS $0.05 diluted, down $54M YoY

Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA $177M 8.6% of sales; decreased $75M year-over-year

Estimated conflict impact $54M revenue, $32M EBITDA Negative impact from Middle East disruptions in Q1 2026

Capital returned to shareholders $100M Q1 2026; $67M share repurchases and $33M dividends

Cash and debt balances $1.34B cash, $1.72B debt As of March 31, 2026; total debt and cash and equivalents

Energy Equipment revenue $1.19B Q1 2026 segment revenue; up 4% year-over-year

Q2 2026 EBITDA guidance $185M–$215M Management outlook for Adjusted EBITDA vs Q2 2025

Key Terms

Adjusted EBITDA, Free Cash Flow, Excess Free Cash Flow, book-to-bill, +2 more

6 terms

Adjusted EBITDA financial

"Adjusted EBITDA decreased $75 million year-over-year to $177 million, or 8.6 percent of sales."

Adjusted EBITDA is a way companies measure how much money they make from their core operations, like running a business, by removing certain costs or income that aren’t part of regular business activities. It helps investors see how well a company is doing without distractions from unusual expenses or gains, making it easier to compare companies or track performance over time.

Free Cash Flow financial

"The Company defines Free Cash Flow as cash flow from operating activities less purchases of property, plant and equipment, or “capital expenditures”."

Free cash flow is the amount of money a company has left over after paying all its expenses and investing in its business, like buying equipment or updating facilities. It shows how much cash is available to reward shareholders, pay down debt, or save for future growth. This helps investors understand if a company is financially healthy and able to grow.

Excess Free Cash Flow financial

"Excess Free Cash Flow as cash flows from operations less capital expenditures and other investments, including acquisitions and divestitures."

Excess free cash flow is the cash a company generates from its regular operations after paying all necessary expenses and investments, beyond the amount needed to keep the business running. Like the money left after paying bills and replacing worn-out appliances, this surplus matters to investors because it can be returned as dividends or share buybacks, used to pay down debt, or invested in growth — all actions that can increase shareholder value.

book-to-bill financial

"Bookings of $520 million, representing a book-to-bill of 80%."

The book-to-bill ratio compares new orders a company has received (bookings) to the products or services it has invoiced or shipped (billings) over the same period. It matters to investors because a ratio above 1 means demand is outpacing fulfillment and the company may grow revenue or build backlog, while a ratio below 1 suggests slowing demand and possible future revenue weakness — think of it as new customer orders versus what the company actually sold.

working capital intensity financial

"Working capital intensity defined as working capital less cash, debt, and lease liabilities as a percentage of annualized quarterly revenue."

condition-based maintenance technical

"enrolled additional rigs in a multiyear BOP condition-based maintenance program designed in collaboration with an ultra-deepwater operator"

A maintenance approach that schedules repairs or servicing only when equipment shows signs of wear or abnormal performance, using sensors, inspections or data to spot problems early. For investors, it matters because it reduces unnecessary spending, lowers unexpected downtime and extends asset life—like fixing your car when the dashboard warns you rather than on a fixed calendar—improving reliability and the predictability of operating costs and cash flow.

Earnings Snapshot

Revenue: $2.05B · Guidance included

Q1 2026

Revenue $2.05B -2% YoY

Net income attributable to Company $19M -$54M YoY

Diluted EPS $0.05 -$0.14 YoY

Adjusted EBITDA $177M -$75M YoY

Guidance

For Q2 2026, NOV expects consolidated revenue to decline 4–6% year-over-year and projects Adjusted EBITDA between $185M and $215M.

Understanding 8-K Material Events →

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): April 27, 2026

NOV INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

Delaware		1-12317		76-0475815
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)		(Commission File Number)		(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
10353 Richmond Ave. Houston, Texas				77042
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)				(Zip Code)

Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code 346-223-3000

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class		Trading Symbol(s)		Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share		NOV		New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On April 27, 2026, NOV Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2026 and conference call in connection therewith. A copy of the release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein by reference. A presentation to accompany the conference call, which contains certain historical and forward-looking information relating to the Company (the “Presentation Materials”), has been made available on its website at www.nov.com. A copy of the Presentation Materials is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.2 and incorporated herein by reference.

Forward-Looking Statements

This report on Form 8-K contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions, including the factors described in the Company’s most recent periodic reports and other documents filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), which are available free of charge at the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov or the Company’s website at www.nov.com. The Company cautions you that forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and that actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected or implied in these statements.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(d) Exhibits

The following exhibits are provided as part of the information furnished under Item 2.02 of this Current Report on Form 8-K:

99.1		NOV Inc. press release dated April 27, 2026 announcing the earnings results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.
99.2		Presentation Materials dated April 28, 2026.
104		Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Date: April 28, 2026				NOV INC.
				/s/ Peter F. Vranderic
				Peter F. Vranderic
				Vice President

Exhibit 99.1

NEWS Contact: Amie D'Ambrosio (713) 375-3826

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NOV Reports first quarter 2026 EARNINGS

•Revenues of $2.05 billion

•Net income of $19 million, or $0.05 per share

•Adjusted EBITDA* of $177 million

•Bookings of $520 million, representing a book-to-bill of 80%

•Returned $100 million of capital to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends

*Free Cash Flow, Excess Free Cash Flow, Adjusted Operating Profit, and Adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP measures, see “Non-GAAP Financial Measures,” and “Reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP measures” below.

HOUSTON, TX, April 27, 2026  NOV Inc. (NYSE: NOV) today reported first quarter 2026 revenues of $2.05 billion, a decrease of two percent compared to the first quarter of 2025. Net income decreased $54 million, or $0.14 per diluted share, year-over-year to $19 million. Operating profit was $47 million and adjusted operating profit was $85 million, compared to operating profit of $152 million and adjusted operating profit of $163 million in the first quarter of 2025. Adjusted EBITDA decreased $75 million year-over-year to $177 million, or 8.6 percent of sales.

“The conflict in the Middle East created significant operational disruptions during the first quarter, but also reinforced and accelerated market trends that we believe will drive a meaningfully more constructive environment for NOV,” said Jose Bayardo, Chairman, President and CEO.

“The war’s impact on logistics delayed quarter-end deliveries of equipment and spare parts, disrupted offshore service and repair activity, and increased operating costs in the region, resulting in an estimated impact of $54 million in revenue and $32 million in Adjusted EBITDA. Despite these challenges, our team did an outstanding job prioritizing safety and supporting our customers, and I want to thank them for their efforts under very difficult conditions.

“Outside of the Middle East, our business performed well, demonstrating the resilience of our diverse portfolio of equipment and technologies that enable the efficient development of energy resources around the world. While near-term disruptions are expected to persist in the second quarter, the market has shifted rapidly from what was expected to be an oversupplied environment to one that is now significantly undersupplied.

“We expect sustainably higher commodity prices, along with a renewed focus on energy security and diversification, to increase urgency across the industry. After a decade of limited investment, we believe the stage is set for a meaningful increase in activity and investment, driving a new capital equipment cycle. NOV is well positioned to support customers and benefit as that cycle develops.”

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Energy Equipment

Energy Equipment generated revenues of $1.19 billion in the first quarter of 2026, an increase of four percent from the first quarter of 2025. Operating profit decreased $41 million from the prior year to $93 million, or 7.8 percent of sales, and included $9 million in pre-tax Other Items. Adjusted EBITDA decreased $34 million from the prior year to $131 million, or 11.0 percent of sales. Strong execution on the segment’s capital equipment backlog more than offset lower sales of aftermarket parts and services, which were impacted by war related disruptions in the Middle East. A less favorable sales mix and higher costs from the Middle East disruptions contributed to lower profitability.

New orders booked during the quarter totaled $520 million, an increase of $83 million when compared to the $437 million of new orders booked during the first quarter of 2025. Orders shipped from backlog were $650 million, representing a book-to-bill of 80 percent and an increase of $101 million when compared to the $549 million orders shipped and an 80 percent book-to-bill during the first quarter of 2025. As of March 31, 2026, backlog for capital equipment orders for Energy Equipment totaled $4.23 billion, a decrease of $184 million from the first quarter of 2025.

Energy Products and Services

Energy Products and Services generated revenues of $897 million in the first quarter of 2026, a decrease of 10 percent from the first quarter of 2025. Operating profit decreased $57 million from the prior year to $26 million, or 2.9 percent of sales, and included $8 million in pre-tax Other Items. Adjusted EBITDA decreased $49 million from the prior year to $96 million, or 10.7 percent of sales. Disruptions in the Middle East and lower global drilling activity more than offset strong performance from the segment’s drill bit and digital services businesses.

Second Quarter 2026 Outlook

The Company is providing financial guidance for the second quarter of 2026, which constitutes “forward-looking statements” as described further below under “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements.” This guidance is subject to, and may be affected by, the current uncertainty and conflict in the Middle East, and assumes that conditions in the region will not deteriorate further. A worsening of such conditions may cause actual results to differ materially from the expected guidance presented.

For the second quarter of 2026 management expects year-over-year consolidated revenues to decline between four to six percent with Adjusted EBITDA expected to be between $185 million and $215 million.

Corporate Information

NOV repurchased approximately 3.5 million shares of common stock for $67 million and paid $33 million in dividends during the first quarter, resulting in a total of $100 million in capital returned to shareholders.

During the first quarter of 2026, NOV recorded $37 million in pre-tax Other Items, primarily related to a non-recurring stock-based compensation charge, severance and facility closures, and costs associated with streamlining our business operations (see Reconciliation of GAAP to non-GAAP measures).

As of March 31, 2026, the Company had total debt of $1,715 million, with $1.50 billion available on its revolving credit facility, and $1,342 million in cash and cash equivalents.

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Significant Achievements

NOV was awarded a contract to provide 96 km of flexible riser and flowline systems for deepwater offshore production in Brazil. Additionally, NOV announced an expansion of its subsea flexible pipe manufacturing facility in Açu, Brazil, which is expected to roughly double the plant’s capacity over the next three years to support growing offshore demand. The expansion reflects sustained high utilization and a strong backlog across existing facilities, positioning NOV to meet anticipated demand from deepwater developments and flexible pipe replacement activity, while also supporting the introduction of CO₂-resistant flexible pipe for high-CO₂ applications.

NOV was awarded contracts for the reactivation of a high-specification harsh-environment semisubmersible rig in the North Sea, including equipment recertifications and upgrades. The reactivation scope includes drill floor automation, upgrades to the mud control system, cranes, a BOP stack upgrade, and NOV’s Rapid Emergency Disconnect System to enhance rapid shearing capabilities. Once the rig resumes operations, it will use NOV’s Downhole Broadband Solutions™ technology enabled by the Company’s wired drill pipe to support drilling performance offshore. Additionally, NOV received an order for its latest RCX™BOP control technology to support another harsh-environment semisubmersible. This technology enables maintenance strategies based on equipment condition and usage, extending BOP system life while improving reliability for offshore operations.

NOV secured a contract to supply phenolic fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) grating for a new floating production unit destined for the Gulf of America. The scope includes approximately 1,700 grating panels covering about 10,200-m2 for the topside structure. Additionally, NOV secured an order for Bondstrand™ 7000M glass-reinforced epoxy ballast lines for two FLNG vessels in South Korea. These awards reflect NOV’s leadership position in composites for offshore applications that require corrosion resistant, lightweight, and durable solutions.

NOV’s Grant Prideco™ business unit secured two offshore drill pipe orders featuring Delta™ connections, including drill pipe for a supermajor operator in Guyana as well as a national oil company operating in the Black Sea. Balancing high performance with lower cost of ownership, Delta technology delivers faster connection makeup time and enhanced fatigue resistance for drilling operations.

NOV secured two strategic contracts for CO₂ treatment. The first included a dehydration package for a carbon capture and sequestration project supporting a new blue ammonia facility in Louisiana. The other award was for an order of gas separation membranes to provide efficient CO₂ separation while supporting higher throughput for an onshore conventional gas development expansion project in Indonesia. With more than 40 years of gas processing expertise, NOV’s CO₂ treatment solutions span a range of energy applications and geographies.

NOV secured two orders for produced water transport projects in the Permian, reinforcing demand for its STAR™ Super Seal Key Lock (SSKL) technology. One midstream customer ordered 29 miles of 24-in., 750-psi SSKL pipe, representing the largest diameter of this product ever produced, and a major operator ordered an additional 28 miles of 750-psi SSKL pipe, including both 16-in. and 20-in. pipe. NOV’s SSKL systems excel in applications requiring higher-pressure and higher-temperature performance.

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NOV supported the drilling of an operator’s first 4 mile lateral in the Bakken, helping deliver a 20,719-ft section in 143 drilling hours. The operator combined NOV’s new INDY™ 80 high-speed ERT™-powered drilling motor, with a dual Agitator™ system incorporating AgitatorZP™ technology, and a ReedHycalog™ RH54A1 drill bit. NOV downhole performance technologies continue to drive drilling efficiency improvements in demanding shale applications.

NOV Fiber Glass Systems secured several orders for industrial infrastructure projects demonstrating its leadership in composite materials in diverse end markets. NOV was awarded a 48-ft diameter fiberglass tank to be field-assembled for a bromine production facility in southwest Arkansas; a project to supply storage tanks for two new medical centers in Northern California for fuel, sewer water, washdown, and potable water storage; and 14 tanks for the wastewater treatment system associated with a semiconductor manufacturing facility in Arizona.

NOV enrolled additional rigs in a multiyear BOP condition-based maintenance program designed in collaboration with an ultra-deepwater operator and aligned with the customer’s performance and cost-of-ownership objectives. The program uses operational data to optimize maintenance timing, reducing unnecessary servicing while helping minimize downtime.

NOV’s Downhole Broadband Solutions (DBS) technology enabled real-time transmission of high-resolution 4D caliper borehole imaging from a third-party tool integrated into its wired drill pipe network, providing immediate visibility into wellbore conditions and improved decision-making. NOV also introduced an industry-first smart-wired circulating sub that gives operators real-time control of circulation with instant activation and deactivation while also enabling independent operation of multiple subs within the drillstring. Together, these first-of-their-kind advancements expand the DBS ecosystem and demonstrate the growing value of the network as a platform for additional real-time imaging and control applications.

NOV secured several coiled tubing equipment orders, including a modular reel trailer, two HR-6140 injectors, and 15 AutoBoost XV™ kits to upgrade existing units. These awards reflect increasing operator demand for higher-capacity injector solutions to address more complex well requirements. NOV also secured an award from a leading Middle East contractor to provide data acquisition, sensor system hardware packages, and NOV’s software suite for their growing fleet, enabling advanced pre-job modeling and a critical safety system designed to prevent uncontrolled events.

NOV secured an order for Tuboscope™ TK™-Drakon H2S coating in Canada, marking a key market expansion for the latest advanced insulating coating into production environments. The premium coating’s additional benefits of exceptional abrasion resistance and low gas permeability coupled with its engineered barrier properties for high pressure H2S environments make it uniquely suited for extending asset life and reducing integrity risks in demanding production and flowline applications.

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First Quarter Earnings Conference Call

NOV will hold a conference call to discuss its first quarter 2026 results on April 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM Central Time (11:00 AM Eastern Time). The call will be broadcast simultaneously at www.nov.com/investors. A replay will be available on the website for 30 days.

About NOV

NOV (NYSE: NOV) delivers technology-driven solutions to empower the global energy industry. For more than 160 years, NOV has pioneered innovations that enable its customers to safely and efficiently produce abundant energy while minimizing environmental impact. NOV powers the industry that powers the world.

Visit www.nov.com for more information.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

This press release contains certain non-GAAP financial measures that management believes are useful tools for internal use and the investment community in evaluating NOV’s overall financial performance. These non-GAAP financial measures are broadly used to value and compare companies in the oilfield services and equipment industry. Not all companies define these measures in the same way. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures are not a substitute for financial measures prepared in accordance with GAAP and should therefore be considered only as supplemental to such GAAP financial measures. Additionally, Free Cash Flow and Excess Free Cash Flow do not represent the Company’s residual cash flow available for discretionary expenditures, as the calculation of these measures does not account for certain debt service requirements or other non-discretionary expenditures. Please see the attached schedules for reconciliations of the differences between the non-GAAP financial measures used in this press release and the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures.

This press release contains certain forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures, including Adjusted EBITDA. The Company has not provided a reconciliation of projected Adjusted EBITDA. Management cannot predict with a reasonable degree of accuracy certain of the necessary components of net income, such as other income (expense), which includes fluctuations in foreign currencies. As such, a reconciliation of projected net income to projected Adjusted EBITDA is not available without unreasonable effort. The actual amount of other income (expense), provision (benefit) for income taxes, equity income (loss) in unconsolidated affiliates, depreciation and amortization, and other amounts excluded from Adjusted EBITDA could have a significant impact on net income.

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Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

This document contains, or has incorporated by reference, statements that are not historical facts, including estimates, projections, and statements relating to our business plans, objectives, and expected operating results that are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements often contain words such as “may,” “can,” “likely,” “believe,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “will,” “intend,” “think,” “should,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “expectation,” “goal,” “outlook,” “projected,” “projections,” “target,” and other similar words, although some such statements are expressed differently. Other oral or written statements we release to the public may also contain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainties and reflect our best judgment based on current information. You should be aware that our actual results could differ materially from results anticipated in such forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including but not limited to changes in oil and gas prices, customer demand for our products, challenges related to NOV’s operations in the Middle East, potential catastrophic events related to our operations, protection of intellectual property rights, compliance with laws, and worldwide economic activity, including matters related to recent Russian sanctions and changes in U.S. trade policies, including the imposition of tariffs and retaliatory tariffs and their related impacts on the economy. Given these uncertainties, current or prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to update any such factors or forward-looking statements to reflect future events or developments. You should also consider carefully the statements under “Risk Factors,” as disclosed in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, as updated in Part II, Item 1A of our most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, which address additional factors that could cause our actual results to differ from those set forth in such forward-looking statements, as well as additional disclosures we make in our press releases and other securities filings. We also suggest that you listen to our quarterly earnings release conference calls with financial analysts.

Certain prior period amounts have been reclassified in this press release to be consistent with current period presentation.

CONTACT:

Amie D'Ambrosio

Director, Investor Relations

(713) 375-3826

Amie.DAmbrosio@nov.com

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NOV INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (Unaudited)

(In millions, except per share data)

		Three Months Ended
		March 31,								December 31,
		2026				2025				2025
Revenue:
Energy Equipment		$	1,190			$	1,146			$	1,334
Energy Products and Services			897				992				989
Eliminations			(35	)			(35	)			(46	)
Total revenue			2,052				2,103				2,277
Gross profit			379				447				462
Gross profit %			18.5	%			21.3	%			20.3	%
Selling, general, and administrative			332				295				300
Goodwill and long-lived asset impairment			—				—				70
Operating profit			47				152				92
Interest expense, net			(11	)			(11	)			(3	)
Equity loss in unconsolidated affiliates			(3	)			—				(6	)
Other income (expense), net			2				(20	)			(17	)
Income before income taxes			35				121				66
Provision for income taxes			15				47				147
Net income (loss)			20				74				(81	)
Net income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests			1				1				(3	)
Net income (loss) attributable to Company		$	19			$	73			$	(78	)
Per share data:
Basic		$	0.05			$	0.19			$	(0.21	)
Diluted		$	0.05			$	0.19			$	(0.21	)
Weighted average shares outstanding:
Basic			361				381				364
Diluted			364				383				367

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NOV INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (Unaudited)

(In millions)

		March 31,				December 31,
		2026				2025
ASSETS		(Unaudited)
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents		$	1,342			$	1,552
Receivables, net			1,664				1,701
Inventories, net			1,874				1,799
Contract assets			634				596
Prepaid and other current assets			207				172
Total current assets			5,721				5,820
Property, plant and equipment, net			2,017				2,050
Lease right-of-use assets			504				502
Goodwill and intangibles, net			2,025				2,037
Other assets			876				882
Total assets		$	11,143			$	11,291
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable		$	852			$	831
Accrued liabilities			728				822
Contract liabilities			575				565
Current portion of lease liabilities			100				101
Current portion of long-term debt			27				30
Accrued income taxes			34				57
Total current liabilities			2,316				2,406
Long-term debt			1,688				1,688
Lease liabilities			524				521
Other liabilities			347				354
Total liabilities			4,875				4,969
Total stockholders’ equity			6,268				6,322
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity		$	11,143			$	11,291

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NOV INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (Unaudited)

(In millions)

		Three Months Ended March 31,
		2026				2025
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income		$	20			$	74
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization			92				89
Working capital, net			(221	)			(94	)
Other operating items, net			83				66
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities			(26	)			135
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of property, plant and equipment			(65	)			(84	)
Other			1				3
Net cash used in investing activities			(64	)			(81	)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Payments against lines of credit and other debt			(4	)			(4	)
Cash dividends paid			(33	)			(28	)
Share repurchases			(67	)			(81	)
Other			(11	)			(22	)
Net cash used in financing activities			(115	)			(135	)
Effect of exchange rates on cash			(5	)			8
Decrease in cash and cash equivalents			(210	)			(73	)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period			1,552				1,230
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period		$	1,342			$	1,157

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NOV INC.

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES (Unaudited)

(In millions)

Presented below is a reconciliation of cash flow from operating activities to “Free Cash Flow”. The Company defines Free Cash Flow as cash flow from operating activities less purchases of property, plant and equipment, or “capital expenditures” and Excess Free Cash Flow as cash flows from operations less capital expenditures and other investments, including acquisitions and divestitures. Management believes this is important information to provide because it is used by management to evaluate the Company’s operational performance and trends between periods and manage the business. Management also believes this information may be useful to investors and analysts to gain a better understanding of the Company’s results of ongoing operations. Free Cash Flow and Excess Free Cash Flow are not intended to replace GAAP financial measures.

		Three Months Ended March 31,
		2026				2025
Total cash flows provided by operating activities		$	(26	)		$	135
Capital expenditures			(65	)			(84	)
Free Cash Flow		$	(91	)		$	51
Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired			—				—
Business divestitures, net of cash disposed			—				—
Excess Free Cash Flow		$	(91	)		$	51

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NOV INC.

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES, CONT. (Unaudited)

(In millions)

Presented below is a reconciliation of Operating Profit to Adjusted Operating Profit and Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA. The Company defines Adjusted Operating Profit as Operating Profit excluding Gains and Losses on Sales of Fixed Assets, and, when applicable, pre-tax Other Items. The Company defines Adjusted EBITDA as Operating Profit excluding Depreciation, Amortization, Gains and Losses on Sales of Fixed Assets, and, when applicable, pre-tax Other Items. Adjusted EBITDA % is a ratio showing Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of sales. Management believes this is important information to provide because it is used by management to evaluate the Company’s operational performance and trends between periods and manage the business. Management also believes this information may be useful to investors and analysts to gain a better understanding of the Company’s results of ongoing operations. Adjusted Operating Profit, Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA % are not intended to replace GAAP financial measures, such as Net Income and Operating Profit %. Pre-tax Other Items include gain on business divestiture, impairment, restructure, severance, facility closure costs and inventory charges and credits.

		Three Months Ended
		March 31,								December 31,
		2026				2025				2025
Operating profit:
Energy Equipment		$	93			$	134			$	107
Energy Products and Services			26				83				73
Eliminations and corporate costs			(72	)			(65	)			(88	)
Total operating profit		$	47			$	152			$	92
Operating profit %:
Energy Equipment			7.8	%			11.7	%			8.0	%
Energy Products and Services			2.9	%			8.4	%			7.4	%
Eliminations and corporate costs			—				—				—
Total operating profit %			2.3	%			7.2	%			4.0	%
Pre-tax Other Items, net:
Energy Equipment		$	9			$	3			$	46
Energy Products and Services			8				5				7
Corporate			20				5				33
Total pre-tax Other Items		$	37			$	13			$	86
(Gain) loss on sales of fixed assets:
Energy Equipment		$	—			$	—			$	(2	)
Energy Products and Services			1				(2	)			1
Corporate			—				—				—
Total (gain) loss on sales of fixed assets		$	1			$	(2	)		$	(1	)
Adjusted operating profit:
Energy Equipment		$	102			$	137			$	151
Energy Products and Services			35				86				81
Eliminations and corporate costs			(52	)			(60	)			(55	)
Adjusted operating profit		$	85			$	163			$	177
Depreciation & amortization:
Energy Equipment		$	29			$	28			$	29
Energy Products and Services			61				59				59
Corporate			2				2				2
Total depreciation & amortization		$	92			$	89			$	90
Adjusted EBITDA:
Energy Equipment		$	131			$	165			$	180
Energy Products and Services			96				145				140
Eliminations and corporate costs			(50	)			(58	)			(53	)
Total Adjusted EBITDA		$	177			$	252			$	267
Adjusted EBITDA %:
Energy Equipment			11.0	%			14.4	%			13.5	%
Energy Products and Services			10.7	%			14.6	%			14.2	%
Eliminations and corporate costs			—				—				—
Total Adjusted EBITDA %			8.6	%			12.0	%			11.7	%

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NOV INC.

RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP MEASURES, CONT. (Unaudited)

(In millions)

		Three Months Ended
		March 31,								December 31,
		2026				2025				2025
Reconciliation of Adjusted operating profit and Adjusted EBITDA:
GAAP net income (loss) attributable to Company		$	19			$	73			$	(78	)
Noncontrolling interests			1				1				(3	)
Provision for income taxes			15				47				147
Interest and financial costs			22				22				22
Interest income			(11	)			(11	)			(19	)
Equity loss in unconsolidated affiliates			3				—				6
Other (income) expense, net			(2	)			20				17
(Gain) loss on sales of fixed assets			1				(2	)			(1	)
Pre-tax Other Items, net			37				13				86
Adjusted operating profit			85				163				177
Depreciation and amortization			92				89				90
Total Adjusted EBITDA		$	177			$	252			$	267

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NOV Inc. First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation April 28, 2026 Exhibit 99.2

First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved. This document contains, or has incorporated by reference, statements that are not historical facts, including estimates, projections, and statements relating to our business plans, objectives, and expected operating results that are “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements often contain words such as “may,” “can,” “likely,” “believe,” “plan,” “predict,” “potential,” “will,” “intend,” “think,” “should,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “forecast,” “expectation,” “goal,” “outlook,” “projected,” “projections,” “target,” and other similar words, although some such statements are expressed differently. Other oral or written statements we release to the public may also contain forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainties and reflect our best judgment based on current information. You should be aware that our actual results could differ materially from results anticipated in such forward-looking statements due to a number of factors, including but not limited to changes in oil and gas prices, customer demand for our products, challenges related to NOV’s operations in the Middle East, potential catastrophic events related to our operations, protection of intellectual property rights, compliance with laws, and worldwide economic activity, including matters related to recent Russian sanctions and changes in U.S. trade policies, including the imposition of tariffs and retaliatory tariffs and their related impacts on the economy. Given these uncertainties, current or prospective investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any such forward-looking statements. We undertake no obligation to update any such factors or forward-looking statements to reflect future events or developments. You should also consider carefully the statements under “Risk Factors,” as disclosed in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, as updated in Part II, Item 1A of our most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, which address additional factors that could cause our actual results to differ from those set forth in the forward-looking statements, as well as additional disclosures we make in our press releases and other securities filings. We also suggest that you listen to our quarterly earnings release conference calls with financial analysts. This presentation contains certain forward-looking non-GAAP financial measures, including Adjusted EBITDA. The Company has not provided a reconciliation of projected Adjusted EBITDA. Management cannot predict with a reasonable degree of accuracy certain of the necessary components of net income, such as other income (expense), which includes fluctuations in foreign currencies. As such, a reconciliation of projected Adjusted EBITDA to projected net income is not available without unreasonable effort. The actual amount of other income (expense), provision (benefit) for income taxes, equity income (loss) in unconsolidated affiliates, depreciation and amortization, and other amounts excluded from Adjusted EBITDA could have a significant impact on net income. Safe Harbor / Forward Looking Statements / Non-GAAP Financial Measures

First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved.    NOV delivers technology-driven solutions to empower the global energy industry.For more than 160 years, NOV has pioneered innovations that enable its customers to safely produce abundant energy while minimizing environmental impact. The energy industry depends on NOV’s deep expertise and technology to continually improve oilfield operations and assist in efforts to advance the energy transitiontowards a more sustainable future. NOV powers the industry that powers the world.

1 Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure. See appendix for a reconciliation to the nearest GAAP measures. 2 Working capital intensity defined as working capital less cash, debt, and lease liabilities as a percentage of annualized quarterly revenue. $2.05B Revenue Estimated $54MM negative impact from the conflict in the Middle East Adjusted EBITDA1 Estimated $32MM negative impact from the conflict in the Middle East Working Capital Intensity2 400 basis point improvement YOY $177MM 26.7% First Quarter 2026 Highlights First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved.

First Quarter 2026 Highlights First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved. Record EBITDASubsea flexible pipe with backlog into 2028 and Brazil capacity expansion underway Record EBITDAProcess systemsreflecting strong activity in offshore production and onshore international gas markets Record BookingsComposite solutionsreflecting demand across energy and industrial applications $100MM Returned to Shareholders in Q1and more than $900MM returned over the past eight quarters

Significant Achievements First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved. Awarded contracts to reactivate a high-spec harsh-environment semisubmersible rig in the North Sea The reactivation scope includes drill floor automation, upgrades to the mud control system, cranes, a BOP stack upgrade, and NOV’s Rapid Emergency Disconnect System to enhance rapid shearing capabilities. Announced an expansion of subsea flexible pipe manufacturing facility in Açu, Brazil The expansion is expected to roughly double the plant’s capacity over the next three years to support growing offshore demand. Secured orders for STAR™ Super Seal Key Lock (SSKL) technology for produced water transport projects in the Permian Awards include an order for 29 miles of 24-in., 750-psi SSKL pipe and an additional order for 28 miles of 750-psi SSKL pipe, including both 16-in. and 20-in. pipe. NOV’s SSKL systems excel in applications requiring higher-pressure and higher-temperature performance. Fiberglass-reinforced plastic (FRP)

First Quarter 2026 Consolidated Revenue1  First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved. $1.19B $897MM Energy Products and Services Energy Equipment (10)% 10.7% +4% 11.0% 37% North America 63% International 50% Land 50% Offshore $2.05B NOV 8.6% (2)% 1Form 8-K containing earnings release for the First Quarter ended March 31, 2026. 2Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure. See Appendix for a reconciliation to Net Income. (9)% (11)% (10)% Year-on-Year Revenue Adjusted EBITDA2 % Sequential Revenue

in millions 1Q26 Sequential Variance Year-Over-Year Variance Revenue $1,190 (11)% +4% Adjusted EBITDA1 131 (27)% (21)% Adjusted EBITDA1 % 11.0% -250 bps -340 bps Ending Backlog $4,229 ($106) mm ($184) mm Orders, net 520 (2)% +19% Book-to-Bill 80% Strong execution on the segment’s capital equipment backlog more than offset lower sales of aftermarket parts and services, which were impacted by conflict-related disruptions. A less favorable sales mix and higher costs from the Middle East disruptions contributed to lower profitability. 1Q26 Revenue Streams 37%Aftermarket 63%Capital Equipment Energy Equipment First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved. Designs, delivers, manufactures, and supports advanced drilling, completion, and production solutions 1 Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure. See Appendix for a reconciliation to Net Income.

in millions 1Q26 Sequential Variance Year-Over-Year Variance Revenue $897 (9)% (10)% Adjusted EBITDA1 96 (31)% (34)% Adjusted EBITDA1 % 10.7% -350 bps -390 bps Disruptions in the Middle East and lower global drilling activity more than offset strong performance from the segment’s drill bit and digital services businesses. Profitability was further impacted by a year-over-year increase in tariffs. 1Q26 Revenue Streams 29%Capital Equipment 54%Services and Rentals 17%Product Sales Energy Products and Services First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved. Provides critical technologies consumed in drilling, intervention, completion, and production activities 1Adjusted EBITDA is a non-GAAP financial measure. See Appendix for a reconciliation to Net Income.

Disciplined Capital Allocation Supports Shareholder Value Investing in strategic growth, preserving financial flexibility, and returning excess capital to shareholders NOV expects to return at least 50% of Excess Free Cash Flow1 1 NOV expects to return at least 50 percent of Excess Free Cash Flow (defined as cash flow from operations less capital expenditures and other investments, including acquisitions and divestitures) through a combination of quarterly base dividends, opportunistic stock buybacks, and a supplemental dividend to true-up returns to shareholders on an annual basis. Announced strategic reinvestment of Brazil flexible pipe capacity expansion Opportunistic share repurchases Announced 20% increase in base dividend Balance Sheet Capex Share Buybacks Dividends Investment grade rating critical to business model $65MM Capital Expenditures in 1Q26 $340MM - $370MM of capital expenditures expected in 2026 $67MM Repurchased 3.5MM shares of common stock in 1Q26 <1x Net debtleverage ratio <2x Gross debt leverage ratio as of 1Q26 $33MM Dividends to shareholders in 1Q26 Return Capital First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved.

Outlook: Second Quarter 2026 Outlook First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved. Year-Over-Year (Q2’26 vs Q2’25) NOV Revenue Decrease four to six percent year-over-year Adj. EBITDA $185 million to $215 million EE Revenue Decrease two to four percent year-over-year Adj. EBITDA $135 million to $155 million EPS Revenue Decrease six to eight percent year-over-year Adj. EBITDA $100 million to $120 million Guidance is based on current outlook and plans and is subject to a number of known and unknown uncertainties and risks and constitutes “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 as further described under "Safe Harbor / Forward Looking Statements / Non-GAAP Financial Measures". Actual results may differ materially from the guidance set forth above. This guidance is subject to, and may be affected by, the current uncertainty and conflict in the Middle East, and assumes that conditions in the region will not deteriorate further. A worsening of such conditions may cause actual results to differ materially from the expected guidance presented.

Appendix First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved.

Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA (Unaudited) First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved. In millions Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA:                 GAAP net income (loss) attributable to Company   $ 19     $ 73     $ (78 ) Noncontrolling interests     1       1       (3 ) Provision for income taxes     15       47       147   Interest and financial costs     22       22       22   Interest income     (11 )     (11 )     (19 ) Equity loss in unconsolidated affiliates     3       —       6   Other (income) expense, net     (2 )     20       17   (Gain) loss on sales of fixed assets     1       (2 )     (1 ) Depreciation and amortization     92       89       90   Pre-tax Other Items, net     37       13       86   Total Adjusted EBITDA   $ 177     $ 252     $ 267       Three Months Ended       March 31,     December 31,       2026     2025     2025   Revenue:                   Energy Equipment   $ 1,190     $ 1,146     $ 1,334   Energy Products and Services     897       992       989   Eliminations     (35 )     (35 )     (46 ) Total revenue     2,052       2,103       2,277   Adjusted EBITDA:                 Energy Equipment   $ 131     $ 165     $ 140   Energy Products and Services     96       145       180   Eliminations and corporate costs     (50 )     (58 )     (53 ) Total Adjusted EBITDA   $ 177     $ 252     $ 267                     Adjusted EBITDA %:                   Energy Equipment     11.0 %     14.4 %     13.5 % Energy Products and Services     10.7 %     14.6 %     14.2 % Eliminations and corporate costs     —       —       —   Total Adjusted EBITDA %     8.6 %     12.0 %     11.7 %

Reconciliation of Cash Flows from Operating Activities to Free Cash Flow and Excess Free Cash Flow (Unaudited) First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved. In millions     Three Months Ended March 31,       2026     2025                 Total cash flows provided by operating activities   $ (26 )   $ 135   Capital expenditures     (65 )     (84 ) Free Cash Flow   $ (91 )   $ 51   Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired     —       —   Business divestitures, net of cash disposed     —       —   Excess Free Cash Flow   $ (91 )   $ 51  

First Quarter 2026 Earnings Presentation – 04/28/2026 © 2026 NOV Inc. All rights reserved.

FAQ

How did NOV (NOV) perform financially in Q1 2026?

NOV reported Q1 2026 revenue of $2.05 billion, down 2% year-over-year. Net income fell to $19 million, or $0.05 per diluted share. Adjusted EBITDA declined to $177 million, reflecting lower margins and disruption-related costs.

What impact did the Middle East conflict have on NOV (NOV) in Q1 2026?

NOV estimates the Middle East conflict reduced Q1 2026 revenue by $54 million and Adjusted EBITDA by $32 million. The company cited delayed equipment deliveries, disrupted offshore service activity, and higher regional operating costs as key drivers of the negative impact.

How did NOV’s segments perform in Q1 2026?

Energy Equipment revenue rose to $1.19 billion, up 4% year-over-year, but profitability weakened. Energy Products and Services revenue declined 10% to $897 million, with lower global drilling activity and Middle East disruptions more than offsetting strength in drill bit and digital services businesses.

What guidance did NOV (NOV) provide for Q2 2026?

For Q2 2026, NOV expects consolidated revenue to decline 4–6% year-over-year. Management projects Adjusted EBITDA between $185 million and $215 million, and notes this outlook assumes Middle East conditions do not deteriorate further.

What is NOV’s cash and debt position after Q1 2026?

As of March 31, 2026, NOV held $1.34 billion in cash and cash equivalents and had total debt of $1.72 billion. The company also reported $1.50 billion available on its revolving credit facility, supporting liquidity and financial flexibility.

How much capital did NOV (NOV) return to shareholders in Q1 2026?

NOV returned $100 million to shareholders in Q1 2026. This included $67 million used to repurchase approximately 3.5 million shares of common stock and $33 million paid in dividends, consistent with its capital return framework.

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