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Patterson-UTI (PTEN) Q1 2026 Earnings Highlights and Market Outlook

Patterson-UTI (PTEN) held its Q1 2026 earnings conference call on April 23, discussing their operational focus on delivering high-quality services to support customer efficiency. The company highlighted the importance of U.S. shale production amid geopolitical risks impacting oil supply. They expressed confidence in their ability to capture value from a rising U.S. rig count. However, they acknowledged the unpredictable pace of recovery in drilling and completion activity necessary to sustain oil production levels.