Halliburton Surges 4.08% on $240M in Volume Ranking 450th as Analysts Split on Buy/Hold Calls

On September 4, 2025, Halliburton (HAL) rose 4.08% with a trading volume of $0.24 billion, ranking 450th in market activity. Analyst activity highlighted mixed signals, with Barclays maintaining a Hold rating at $22.00 and UBS also reiterating a Hold. Conversely, Melius Research initiated a Buy recommendation, signaling divergent views on the stock’s near-term trajectory. Institutional activity showed both increased stakes and exits, including purchases by Campbell & CO and Cactus, alongside reduced holdings by Wellington Management and Korea Investment CORP.

Recent developments included a $3.5 billion credit agreement, enhancing liquidity flexibility, and a $328 million contract win with Petrobras for well services. These moves underscore operational resilience amid sector volatility. Short interest rose 16.07% month-on-month, reflecting cautious sentiment, while the stock’s 10.61% projected earnings growth outpaced Energy sector averages. Dividend sustainability remains robust, with a 23.29% payout ratio forecast for 2026.

Backtesting results indicate a 12-month total return of 14.3% from August 20, 2025, outperforming the S&P 500’s 8.7% during the same period. The stock’s 52-week range of $18.72–$32.57 reflects structural volatility, with institutional ownership at 85.23% reinforcing confidence in long-term stability.