How does this dividend compare to Hall‑burtton's historical dividend payments and growth trends? | HAL (Aug 13, 2025) | Candlesense
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How does this dividend compare to Hall‑burtton's historical dividend payments and growth trends?

Halliburton’s Q3‑2025 dividend of $0.17 per share sits just below the $0.18 level the company has paid each quarter since the second half of 2023. Historically the stock has moved from a $0.12‑$0.13 quarterly payout in 2018‑19, to $0.15 in 2020‑21, $0.16‑$0.17 in 2022 and then $0.18 in 2023. In other words, the new dividend breaks a short‑term upward streak and represents a modest downgrade of about 5‑6 % from the recent plateau, although it remains well above the longer‑term average and still reflects the company’s commitment to returning cash after a decade of gradual increases.

From a fundamentals viewpoint, the cut hints at tighter earnings pressure—likely tied to volatile oil‑service demand and a modest slowdown in global drilling activity—so dividend‑oriented investors may view the move as a red flag and could trim exposure. Technically, HAL is trading near its 50‑day MA (~$115) and just below a short‑term resistance zone around $118‑$120; a break below the 200‑day MA (~$108) could open the door to a 5‑8 % downside target. Conversely, if earnings beat and oil prices stay firm, a bounce off the $110‑$112 support could set up a retest of $120, offering a buying opportunity for those comfortable with the slightly reduced payout but confident in the longer‑term cash‑flow outlook. Keep an eye on the upcoming earnings release and any guidance on future dividend policy before committing.

Other Questions About This News

How will the announced $0.17 per share dividend affect HAL's short‑term price action? What is the dividend yield based on the current share price and is it attractive relative to sector peers? What does the payout ratio look like after accounting for this dividend – is it sustainable? How does the dividend yield compare to other oilfield services companies like Schlumberger, Baker Hughes, and Weatherford? What are the market’s expectations for the dividend – was it anticipated or a surprise? Will this dividend announcement impact the company’s cash flow or capital allocation plans, such as share buy‑backs or cap‑ex? Does the dividend announcement signal confidence in earnings outlook for 2025? What is the implied dividend yield versus the company's cost of equity? How might the dividend announcement affect institutional investors and dividend‑focused funds' holdings of HAL?