Oil & Gas Field Services Industry Report
Overview
The US oil and gas field services industry includes about 7,600 companies with combined annual revenue of about $72 billion. Major companies include Baker Hughes, Diamond Offshore Drilling, Halliburton, National Oilwell Varco, and Schlumberger Limited, the US operations of Schlumberger.
SIC: 1381, 1382
NAICS: 213111, 213112
Sample Questions & Answers
What changes in energy prices does the company anticipate over the next year, and how will higher or lower prices impact demand for the company’s services?
Investment in drilling is closely linked to world energy prices, which are volatile and can change dramatically within a year. Spot prices for West Texas Intermediate crude oil in the US fell nearly 40 percent from 2008 to 2009, then rose by more...
How does a decline in US oil production impact demand for the company's services?
Although new methods have improved production from existing fields, US crude oil production declined 10 percent from 1999 to 2009 as oil fields were depleted. Despite new exploration activity, proved US reserves of crude oil have declined for the...
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General Report Description
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Sections Included in Report
- Industry Overview
- Quarterly Industry Update
- Business Challenges
- Trends and Opportunities
- Call Preparation Questions
- Financial Information
- Industry Forecast
- Website and Media Links
- Glossary of Acronyms
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Recent Developments
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Business Challenges
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Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.Financial Information
Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.Web Links & Acronyms
Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.



