Baker Hughes BKR is set to report third-quarter 2026 results on Oct 27, after market close.
In the last reported quarter, its earnings of 64 cents per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 51 cents, driven by strong Oilfield Services & Equipment execution, firm Industrial & Energy Technology profitability and record order momentum. The oilfield services player’s earnings topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average surprise of 17.4%. This is depicted in the graph below:
Baker Hughes Company Price and EPS Surprise
Baker Hughes Company price-eps-surprise | Baker Hughes Company Quote
Estimate Trend for BKR
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for third-quarter earnings per share of 64 cents has been revised upward over the past 30 days. The estimated figure indicates a 5.9% decline from the prior-year reported number.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for revenues of $7.78 billion implies an 11% improvement from the year-ago recorded figure.
Factors to Consider for BKR
According to data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration, average Cushing, OK, WTI spot prices stood at $80.46, $83.90 and $97.31 per barrel in July, August and September 2026, respectively, significantly higher than $68.39, $64.86 and $63.96 per barrel in the corresponding months of 2025.
The substantial year-over-year increase in crude prices, primarily driven by geopolitical tensions surrounding the Iran war, likely created a favorable business environment for Baker Hughes. Stronger commodity prices may have supported upstream spending and demand for oilfield services, potentially benefiting the company's third-quarter earnings and cash flows.
However, the positive impact of elevated oil prices may have been partly offset by disruptions stemming from the Middle East conflict. Project delays, supply-chain challenges and higher operating costs could have affected BKR's operations and weighed on quarterly profitability.
Earnings Whispers
Our proven model does not conclusively predict an earnings beat for BKR this time around. The combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold) increases the chances of an earnings beat. That is the case here, as you will see below.
Earnings ESP: BKR has an Earnings ESP of 0.00%. You can uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they are reported with our Earnings ESP Filter.
Zacks Rank: BKR currently sports a Zacks Rank #1.
Stocks to Consider
Here are some energy stocks that you may want to consider, as these have the right combination of elements to post an earnings beat this reporting cycle.
ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation XOM has an Earnings ESP of +5.37% and currently sports a Zacks Rank #1. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
XOM is scheduled to release third-quarter 2026 earnings on Oct. 30. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for XOM’s earnings is pegged at $3.96 per share, indicating a 110.6% improvement from the prior-year reported figure.
EOG Resources EOG has an Earnings ESP of +2.43% and carries a Zacks Rank #2 at present. EOG is scheduled to release third-quarter 2026 earnings on Nov. 5.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for EOG’s earnings is pegged at $4.44 per share, suggesting a 63.4% improvement from the prior-year reported figure.
BP plc BP has an Earnings ESP of +7.13% and a Zacks Rank #1. BP is scheduled to release third-quarter 2026 earnings on Oct. 30.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BP’s earnings is pegged at $2.66 per share, suggesting a 212.9% increase from the prior-year reported figure.
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