UBS Cuts Weatherford International (WFRD) Price Target to $111

UBS's Call on Weatherford International plc

UBS reaffirmed its Buy rating on Weatherford International plc on October 22, 2026, while adjusting its price target down to $111.00 from $116.00. The research note reflects the firm's ongoing positive view on the energy equipment provider even as some analysts trim expectations across the sector.

WFRD Weatherford International plc

$81.41 ▲ +1.50% year to date

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Daily close · Oct 22, 2026

Other Institutional Activity in Weatherford International plc

Other large funds have been actively adjusting their positions in the energy company recently. Canoe Financial reduced its holdings by 165,234 shares to end with 516,866 shares valued at about $40.57 million in a report filed on October 21, 2026. Earlier, American Century Companies Inc grew its stake by 959,011 shares to a total of 2,933,502 shares worth roughly $238.14 million. First Trust Advisors LP lifted its holdings by 727,245 shares, finishing with 2,487,704 shares valued at about $201.95 million. Fuller & Thaler Asset Management Inc. trimmed its position slightly by 22,332 shares, holding 2,145,791 shares worth approximately $174.20 million.

Weatherford International plc Stock Down 5.0%

Weatherford International plc recently traded around $81.18 on October 22, 2026, matching its closing price of $81.18 for the day. The shares sit below both the 50-day moving average of $85.79 and the 200-day moving average of $93.07. The stock trades near the middle of its 52-week range, which spans from a low of $66.54 to a high of $113.15.

Recent Earnings

Weatherford International reported trailing twelve month revenue of $4.69 billion alongside earnings of $5.14 per share. The company posted a net profit margin of 8.6% and a return on equity of 23.3%. Its next quarterly earnings update is expected on February 2, 2027.

Dividend

Eligible shareholders receive an annual dividend rate of $1.10 per share, giving the stock a dividend yield of 1.28%. The payout ratio sits at 19.2% of earnings.

Insider Buying and Selling at Weatherford International plc

Company insiders have executed several share sales over the past year. Officer Desmond J Mills disposed of 10,118 shares on February 9, 2026, for a total value of $1.06 million. Director Benjamin C Duster IV sold 6,000 shares at $86.09 per share on July 23, 2026, totaling $516,540. Director Neal P Goldman parted with 16,000 shares on July 23, 2026, worth about $1.36 million. Director Jacqueline C Mutschler sold 4,094 shares at $90.50 each on August 10, 2026, for a total of $370,487.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

Wall Street coverage features a mix of rating updates alongside UBS. Citigroup maintained its Buy rating and set a target of $112.00 on October 19, 2026, down from its prior target of $115.00. Piper Sandler kept an Overweight rating on October 19, 2026, while lowering its target from $118.00 to $110.00. Barclays reaffirmed its Overweight rating on October 22, 2026, reducing its target to $139.00 from $148.00. RBC Capital maintained an Outperform rating on October 22, 2026, tweaking its target from $124.00 to $123.00. Overall, the stock carries a consensus buy recommendation from 12 analysts with a mean target price of $112.92.

About Weatherford International plc

Based in Houston, Texas, Weatherford International plc provides specialized equipment and operational services for oil, geothermal, and natural gas wells globally. The business operates through segments focusing on drilling, evaluation, well construction, completions, production, and intervention services.

Bottom Line

Investors will look toward the company's upcoming earnings release on February 2, 2027, for further operational updates. Analyst revisions and broader energy sector trends will likely continue to guide the stock's near-term path.