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

• H&P expects fiscal 4Q 2026 direct margins near the high end of guidance for North America, International, Offshore Solutions.
• North America average rig count seen near the high end of the prior range; International, Offshore activity expected near midpoints.
• International Solutions direct margins forecast at about $45 million for the quarter.
• Fiscal 2027 outlook calls for stronger overall direct margins than 2026 on improving contracting activity.
• Targets about 1x net debt to adjusted EBITDA by calendar year-end 2027 while maintaining the base dividend.

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