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Noble Corp

Noble Corp PLC is an offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry that provides contract drilling services to the international oil and gas industry with its fleet of mobile offshore drilling units. The company focuses on a high-specification fleet of floating and jackup rigs and the deployment of its drilling rigs in oil and gas basins around the world.

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Across the recent three months, 4 analysts have shared their insights on Noble Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $51.75, a high estimate of $60.00, and a low estimate of $45.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 10.39%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1726167621_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
The standing of Noble Corp among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Nikhil Gupta</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$45.00</td>
<td>$63.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Eddie Kim</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kurt Hallead</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Minervino</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Noble Corp. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Noble Corp compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Noble Corp's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Analyzing these analyst evaluations alongside relevant financial metrics can provide a comprehensive view of Noble Corp's market position. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NE/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Noble Corp analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Noble Corp's Background</h2>
Noble Corp PLC is an offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry that provides contract drilling services to the international oil and gas industry with its fleet of mobile offshore drilling units. The company focuses on a high-specification fleet of floating and jackup rigs and the deployment of its drilling rigs in oil and gas basins around the world.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Noble Corp's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Revenue Growth: Noble Corp displayed positive results in 3 months. As of 30 June, 2024, the company achieved a solid revenue growth rate of approximately 8.51%. This indicates a notable increase in the company's top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Energy sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Noble Corp's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 28.15% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Noble Corp's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 4.94%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 3.54%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.16.
<h2>The Basics of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Some analysts will also offer forecasts for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide further guidance on stocks. Investors who use analyst ratings should note that this specialized advice comes from humans and may be subject to error.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Analyst Ratings

Expert Outlook: Noble Corp Through The Eyes Of 4 Analysts

Citigroup analyst Nikhil Gupta maintains Noble Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $63 to $45.

Price Target

Citigroup Maintains Buy on Noble Corp, Lowers Price Target to $45

Noble Corporation plc ("Noble", the "Company") (CSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOBLE#CSE">NOBLE</a>, NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) today announces the completion of its acquisition of Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc ("Diamond").&nbsp; This transaction enhances Noble's position as a leading offshore driller, creating the largest fleet of 7th generation dual-BOP drillships in the industry, and adding approximately $2 billion of backlog. Following completion of the acquisition of Diamond, the Company's board of directors has appointed Patrice Douglas from the Diamond board of directors to serve as a new director of Noble.
Noble has filed a form 8-K regarding the completion of the acquisition with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, available at: <a href="https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4246179-1&amp;h=1133024503&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3WhkDLD&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F3WhkDLD">https://bit.ly/3WhkDLD</a>.

Guidance

CSE:NOBLE

Noble Corporation Announces Closing Of Diamond Acquisition; Updates Increase Noble's Current Backlog To $6.7B

Noble Corporation plc ("Noble") (CSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NOBLE#CSE">NOBLE</a>, NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) and Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc. ("Diamond Offshore") (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DO#NYSE">DO</a>) announced today the receipt of clearance from the Australia Competition &amp; Consumer Commission, in relation to the pending transaction between Noble and Diamond Offshore, which is the final required regulatory approval for the transaction. &nbsp;The parties expect to close the transaction on Wednesday September 4th, 2024.

Contracts

Noble Corp And Diamond Offshore Provide Update, Gets Clearance From The Australia Competition & Consumer Commission; The Parties Expect To Close The Transaction On Wednesday September 4th, 2024

Oil futures surged significantly on Monday morning, with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) light crude rising 3% to over $77 per barrel as of 9:00 a.m. ET, amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/commodities"> fresh supply disruptions in Libya.</a>
This marks the third consecutive day of oil price gains after hitting their lowest levels since January on Wednesday, Aug. 21. With Monday&#8217;s increase, WTI has climbed more than 7% over the past three sessions, setting the stage for the strongest three-day rally since late March 2023.
What Happened: On Saturday, Aug. 24, the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah launched a large-scale assault against Israel, using rockets and drones in retaliation for the killing of senior Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr by Israeli forces. The attack involved hundreds of rockets and at least 20 drones targeting various locations in northern Israel.
In response, Israel carried out airstrikes on multiple Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon, hitting at least 17 sites in an effort to thwart further large-scale attacks. Israeli officials described these strikes as preemptive measures aimed at neutralizing Hezbollah&#8217;s capabilities.
The situation remained volatile on Sunday, with ongoing exchanges of fire, fueling concerns about a broader regional conflict. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned that the strikes against Hezbollah are not &#8220;the end of the story.&#8221;
In Libya, the political and security environment has deteriorated sharply. The eastern government, a rival to the Tripoli-based administration, announced a halt to oil production and exports following a dispute over the leadership of the Central Bank, exacerbating the global supply concerns.
According to Reuters, Waha Oil Company, a subsidiary of the National Oil Corp and operator of a joint venture with ConocoPhillips (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COP#NYSE">COP</a>), announced plans to cut crude production and warned that output could come to a complete stop due to protests and pressures.
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Why It Matters: The recent rebound in equity markets after the early August selloff was largely driven by fading fears of a U.S. recession. 
Investors also responded positively to central bankers&#8217; signals of potential interest rate cuts, as confidence grew that inflation is moving closer to the 2% target. 
However, the sudden spike in crude oil prices, driven by supply concerns, could dampen the positive investor sentiment toward risk asset and curb further disinflationary gains in the economy. 
Market Reactions: Energy-related companies saw gains in Monday&#8217;s premarket trading. 
The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLE#NYSE">XLE</a>) rose over 1%. Companies in the oil services sector also benefited, with the VanEck Oil Services ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OIH#NYSE">OIH</a>) up 1.8%. Firms in the upstream market, tracked by the SPDR S&amp;P Oil &amp; Gas Exploration and Production ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XOP#NYSE">XOP</a>), were 1.3% higher.
Top premarket movers included: 
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<tr>
<td>Name</td>
<td>Chg %</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Sitio Royalties Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STR#NYSE">STR</a>)</td>
<td>3.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Talos Energy Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TALO#NYSE">TALO</a>)</td>
<td>2.9%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Transocean Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RIG#NYSE">RIG</a>)</td>
<td>2.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Petroleo Brasileiro SA (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PBR#NYSE">PBR</a>)</td>
<td>2.2%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Helix Energy Solutions Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLX#NYSE">HLX</a>)</td>
<td>2.1%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Murphy Oil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MUR#NYSE">MUR</a>)</td>
<td>1.8%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Noble Corporation plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>)</td>
<td>1.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EOG Resources, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OEG#NYSE">OEG</a>)</td>
<td>1.7%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Marathon Oil Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MRO#NYSE">MRO</a>)</td>
<td>1.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Devon Energy Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DVN#NYSE">DVN</a>)</td>
<td>1.5%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ConocoPhillips </td>
<td>1.4%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
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4 analysts have shared their evaluations of Noble Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table summarizes their recent ratings, shedding light on the changing sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $55.5, with a high estimate of $60.00 and a low estimate of $47.00. A decline of 2.63% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1723230034_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study</h2>
The standing of Noble Corp among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Eddie Kim</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$55.00</td>
<td>$59.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kurt Hallead</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Charles Minervino</td>
<td>Susquehanna</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$47.00</td>
<td>$49.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kurt Hallead</td>
<td>Benchmark</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
<td>$60.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Noble Corp. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Providing a comprehensive analysis, analysts offer qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Noble Corp compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Noble Corp's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Navigating through these analyst evaluations alongside other financial indicators can contribute to a holistic understanding of Noble Corp's market standing. Stay informed and make data-driven decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NE/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Noble Corp analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Discovering Noble Corp: A Closer Look</h2>
Noble Corp PLC is an offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry that provides contract drilling services to the international oil and gas industry with its fleet of mobile offshore drilling units. The company focuses on a high-specification fleet of floating and jackup rigs and the deployment of its drilling rigs in oil and gas basins around the world.
<h3>Noble Corp: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Noble Corp showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 8.51% as of 30 June, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the revenue growth lags behind its industry peers. The company achieved a growth rate lower than the average among peers in Energy sector.
Net Margin: Noble Corp's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 28.15%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Noble Corp's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 4.94%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Noble Corp's ROA stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 3.54%, the company demonstrates effective utilization of assets and strong financial performance.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.16.
<h2>What Are Analyst Ratings?</h2>
Benzinga tracks 150 analyst firms and reports on their stock expectations. Analysts typically arrive at their conclusions by predicting how much money a company will make in the future, usually the upcoming five years, and how risky or predictable that company's revenue streams are.
Analysts attend company conference calls and meetings, research company financial statements, and communicate with insiders to publish their ratings on stocks. Analysts typically rate each stock once per quarter or whenever the company has a major update.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

What 4 Analyst Ratings Have To Say About Noble Corp

Barclays analyst Eddie Kim maintains Noble Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) with a Overweight and lowers the price target from $59 to $55.

Barclays Maintains Overweight on Noble Corp, Lowers Price Target to $55

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Benchmark analyst Kurt Hallead reiterates Noble Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) with a Buy and maintains $60 price target.

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Benchmark Reiterates Buy on Noble Corp, Maintains $60 Price Target

Adjusted EBITDA narrows to a range of&nbsp;$950&nbsp;to&nbsp;$1,000&nbsp;million&nbsp;(previously&nbsp;$925&nbsp;to&nbsp;$1,025&nbsp;million), and capital additions (net of reimbursements) remains the same with a range of&nbsp;$400&nbsp;to&nbsp;$440 million.

Noble Corporation Raises FY24 Total Revenue Outlook From $2.55B - $2.70B To $2.65B - $2.75B, Est $2.663B

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Noble Corp Q2 2024 Sales $692.844M Beat $632.696M Estimate

Noble Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.72 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.60 by 20 percent. This is a 89.47 percent increase over earnings of $0.38 per share from the same period last year.

Noble Corp Q2 2024 Adj. EPS $0.72 Beats $0.60 Estimate

Noble To Deslit From Nasdaq Copenhagen; To Remain On NYSE

Although U.S. stocks closed higher on Monday, there were a few notable insider trades.
When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company&#8217;s prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision.
Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">Benzinga&#8217;s insider transactions</a> platform.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Noble Corporation</h3>
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<li>The Trade: Noble Corporation plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) 10% owner APMH Invest A/S <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NE/analyst-ratings">acquired a total of 638,018 shares</a> at an average price of $45.32. To acquire these shares, it cost around $28.9 million.</li>
<li>What's Happening: On July 11, Susquehanna analyst Charles Minervino maintained Noble Corp with a Neutral and lowered the price target from $49 to $47.</li>
<li>What Noble Does: Noble Corp PLC is an offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry that provides contract drilling services to the international oil and gas industry with its fleet of mobile offshore drilling units.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Science Applications International</h3>
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<li>The Trade: Science Applications International Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAIC#NASDAQ">SAIC</a>) EVP, CHRO Michelle A. O&#8217;Hara acquired a total of 1,000 shares at an average price of $118.00. To acquire these shares, it cost around $118,000.</li>
<li>What's Happening: On July 10, JP Morgan analyst Seth Seifman maintained Science Applications Intl with a Neutral and lowered the price target from $140 to $132.</li>
<li>What Science Applications International Does: Science Applications International Corp provides technical, engineering, and enterprise IT services mainly to the U.S. government.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Delta Air Lines</h3>
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<li>The Trade: Delta Air Lines, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DAL#NYSE">DAL</a>) Director Willie CW Chiang <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">bought a total of 10,000 shares</a> at an average price of $43.90. To acquire these shares, it cost around $438,967.</li>
<li>What's Happening: On July 12, Bernstein analyst David Vernon maintained Delta Air Lines with an Outperform and lowered the price target from $66 to $62.</li>
<li>What Delta Air Lines Does: Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines is one of the world&#8217;s largest airlines, with a network of over 300 destinations in more than 50 countries.</li>
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Susquehanna analyst Charles Minervino maintains Noble Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $49 to $47.

Susquehanna Maintains Neutral on Noble Corp, Lowers Price Target to $47

Although U.S. stocks closed higher on Friday, there were a few notable insider trades.
When insiders purchase shares, it indicates their confidence in the company&#8217;s prospects or that they view the stock as a bargain. Either way, this signals an opportunity to go long on the stock. Insider purchases should not be taken as the only indicator for making an investment or trading decision. At best, it can lend conviction to a buying decision.
Below is a look at a few recent notable insider purchases. For more, check out <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">Benzinga&#8217;s insider transactions</a> platform.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Noble</h3>
<ul>
<li>The Trade: Noble Corporation plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>) 10% owner APMH Invest A/S <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NE/analyst-ratings">acquired a total of 300,000 shares</a> at an average price of $44.15. To acquire these shares, it cost around $13.2 million.</li>
<li>What's Happening: Last month, Noble announced an agreement to acquire Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc. for $2.15 billion in a cash &amp; stock deal.</li>
<li>What Noble Does: Noble Corp PLC is an offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry that provides contract drilling services to the international oil and gas industry with its fleet of mobile offshore drilling units.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Friedman Industries</h3>
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<li>The Trade: Friedman Industries, Incorporated (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRD#NYSE">FRD</a>) Director, President / CEO Mike J Taylor acquired a total of 5,000 shares at an average price of $14.50. To acquire these shares, it cost around $72,500.</li>
<li>What's Happening: On June 26, Friedman Industries declared a cash dividend of 4 cents per share.</li>
<li>What Friedman Industries Does: Friedman Industries Inc is engaged in the manufacturing and processing of steel products.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s Entertainment</h3>
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<li>The Trade: Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLAY#NASDAQ">PLAY</a>) CFO Darin Harper <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">bought a total of 13,578 shares</a> at an average price of $38.77. To acquire these shares, it cost around $526,420.</li>
<li>What's Happening: On June 12, Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s reported worse-than-expected first-quarter financial results.</li>
<li>What Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s Entertainment Does: Dave &amp; Buster&#8217;s Entertainment Inc owns and operates nearly a hundred entertainment and dining establishments in the United States where customers can eat, drink, play games, and watch televised sports.</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">First National</h3>
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<li>The Trade: First National Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FXNC#NASDAQ">FXNC</a>) Director Kirtesh Patel <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/">bought a total of 7,500 shares</a> at an average price of $15.56. The insider spent around $116,700 to buy those shares. </li>
<li>What's Happening: On April 30, First National Corporation reported unaudited consolidated net income of $3.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2024.</li>
<li>What First National Does: First National Corp is a bank holding company of First Bank, which is a commercial bank.</li>
</ul>
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APMH Invest AS, 10% Owner at Noble Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NE#NYSE">NE</a>), reported an insider buy on July 5, according to a new SEC filing. 
What Happened: AS's recent move, as outlined in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001895262/000095010324009668//Archives/edgar/data/1895262/000095010324009668/0000950103-24-009668-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Friday, involves purchasing 300,000 shares of Noble Corp. The total transaction value is $13,243,965.
Monitoring the market, Noble Corp's shares up by 0.49% at $44.69 during Friday's morning.
<h3>About Noble Corp</h3>
Noble Corp PLC is an offshore drilling contractor for the oil and gas industry that provides contract drilling services to the international oil and gas industry with its fleet of mobile offshore drilling units. The company focuses on a high-specification fleet of floating and jackup rigs and the deployment of its drilling rigs in oil and gas basins around the world.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Noble Corp</h3>
Revenue Growth: Noble Corp's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 March, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 4.43%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Key Profitability Indicators:
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Gross Margin: The company shows a low gross margin of 22.42%, suggesting potential challenges in cost control and profitability compared to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Noble Corp's EPS outshines the industry average, indicating a strong bottom-line trend with a current EPS of 0.67.
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Debt Management: Noble Corp's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.15.
Exploring Valuation Metrics Landscape:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a lower-than-average P/E ratio of 13.73, the stock indicates an attractive valuation, potentially presenting a buying opportunity.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: A higher-than-average P/S ratio of 2.46 suggests overvaluation in the eyes of investors, considering sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): With an EV/EBITDA ratio lower than industry averages at 8.26, Noble Corp could be considered undervalued.
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</ul>
Market Capitalization: Surpassing industry standards, the company's market capitalization asserts its dominance in terms of size, suggesting a robust market position.
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<h3>Why Pay Attention to Insider Transactions</h3>
Considering insider transactions is valuable, but it's crucial to evaluate them in conjunction with other investment factors.
In legal terms, an "insider" refers to any officer, director, or beneficial owner of more than ten percent of a company's equity securities registered under Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This can include executives in the c-suite and large hedge funds. These insiders are required to let the public know of their transactions via a Form 4 filing, which must be filed within two business days of the transaction.
When a company insider makes a new purchase, that is an indication that they expect the stock to rise.
Insider sells, on the other hand, can be made for a variety of reasons, and may not necessarily mean that the seller thinks the stock will go down. 
<h3>A Closer Look at Important Transaction Codes</h3>
For <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a>, a primary focus lies on transactions occurring in the open market, as indicated in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/sec/insider-trades/search/index?company_cik=0001895262">Check Out The Full List Of Noble Corp's Insider Trades.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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