Halliburton (HAL) Q1 FY25 earnings call

Halliburton navigated a volatile Q1 FY25 with a focus on strategic execution, securing significant international contracts and advancing its ZEUS IQ technology in North America. Despite a 7% year-over-year revenue decline and a $356 million pretax charge, the company generated solid free cash flow and returned $250 million to shareholders. Management expressed confidence in its strategy to drive international growth and maximize value in North America, even as market uncertainty persists.