Is Schlumberger Limited (SLB) the Best Undervalued Energy Stock to Invest in Now?

We recently published a list of the 11 Best Undervalued Energy Stocks to Invest in Now. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) stands against other undervalued energy stocks.

On March 18, Tortoise Capital senior portfolio manager Rob Thummel appeared on CNBC’s ‘Squawk on the Street’ to discuss his outlook on the energy sector. He believes that natural gas is positioned to lead growth in the future within the energy sector. This natural gas demand is driven by electricity and energy exports. Thummel noted that the energy and tech sectors are converging due to advancements like AI and data centers. Electricity demand fuels natural gas consumption, while US energy exports help meet global needs for low-cost and low-carbon energy. He also highlighted that the US is now emerging as the largest exporter of LNG, even though it was an LNG importer just years ago. He anticipates that the US LNG exports will soon 2x in volume over time. Thummel also expects Europe and other countries to prioritize energy security and diversify their supply sources. This will ensure reliance on US energy exports.

Thummel emphasized a focus on energy infrastructure companies while discussing his specific investment strategies as they tend to be stable and have high dividend yields even in uncertain market conditions. He thinks that the certainty provided by energy infrastructure investments in an otherwise volatile market should not be neglected. Such companies generate substantial annual cash flows while maintaining disciplined financial practices.

Thummel thinks that the energy sector trades at a discount to historical valuations despite its fundamentals. This offers the potential for high returns.

Our Methodology

We used the Finviz stock screener to compile a list of the top energy stocks that had a forward P/E ratio under 15 as of April 10. We then selected the 11 stocks that were the most popular among elite hedge funds and that analysts were bullish on. The stocks are ranked in ascending order of the number of hedge funds that have stakes in them, as of Q4 2024. The hedge fund data was sourced from Insider Monkey’s database which tracks the moves of over 1000 elite money managers.

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Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB)

Forward P/E Ratio as of April 10: 10.31

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 80

Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) is an energy company that operates through four divisions: Digital & Integration, Reservoir Performance, Well Construction, and Production Systems. It provides field development & hydrocarbon production, carbon management, and integration of adjacent energy systems, along with other related products and services.

The company’s Digital & Integration segment saw substantial growth in 2024, particularly in its Digital business, which experienced a 20% revenue improvement year-on-year. This was driven by the increasing adoption of digital solutions within the energy sector. Digital revenue reached $2.44 billion in 2024, with contributions from Cloud, AI, and Edge technologies, which grew by ~35%.

In Q4, Digital & Integration revenue was up by 6% sequentially due to a 10% growth in Digital revenue. The general demand for the company’s digital products and services is accelerating as customers use cloud computing, AI, and digital operations for enhanced efficiency and shortened cycle times.

Believing in the company’s long-term potential, Ariel Focus Fund stated the following regarding Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB) in its Q4 2024 investor letter:

“Also in the quarter, we initiated a position in Schlumberger Limited (NYSE:SLB), the largest oilfield services company in the world by revenue. SLB provides equipment, services, and digital tools to help oil and gas producers operate more efficiently, including reservoir characterization, rig and well construction and production enhancement. We believe the company’s scale and technical expertise serves as a key differentiator. Weak near-term demand, an oil glut, falling commodity prices and concerns about future spending amid a global shift to renewable energies presented an attractive entry point. We believe there are tailwinds supporting rising demand over the medium-term, as national oil companies invest in long-cycle projects to grow capacity and address the natural decline of production. Additionally, we expect SLB will continue to evolve their capabilities to help clients with rising energy needs going forward.”

Overall, SLB ranks 4th on our list of the best undervalued energy stocks to invest in now. While we acknowledge the growth potential of SLB, our conviction lies in the belief that AI stocks hold great promise for delivering high returns and doing so within a shorter time frame. There is an AI stock that went up since the beginning of 2025, while popular AI stocks lost around 25%. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than SLB but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about this cheapest AI stock.

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Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at Insider Monkey.