• Bernstein upgrades SLB to "Outperform" and raises the price target to $52.30.
• Ariel Investments LLC increases its holdings in SLB by 6.5%, indicating strong institutional confidence.
• SLB receives a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" with an average 12-month target price of approximately $51.28.

SLB Limited, trading under the symbol SLB on the NYSE, is a prominent player in the oil and gas industry. On December 11, 2025, Bernstein upgraded SLB's stock to "Outperform," with the stock priced at $39.94. Bernstein also raised SLB's price target from $47.60 to $52.30, as highlighted by TheFly. This upgrade reflects growing confidence in SLB's market performance.

Ariel Investments LLC has shown increased interest in SLB, boosting its holdings by 6.5% during the second quarter. The firm now owns over 1 million shares, valued at $35.8 million, representing 0.08% ownership of SLB. This move aligns with the positive sentiment from Bernstein's upgrade, indicating institutional confidence in SLB's potential.

Other institutional investors have also adjusted their positions in SLB. Brighton Jones LLC increased its stake by 21.4%, now holding shares valued at $253,000. Bison Wealth LLC and Zions Bancorporation National Association UT have made new investments, valued at $238,000 and $63,000, respectively. These investments suggest a broader institutional interest in SLB.

SLB has received a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy" from twenty-one ratings firms, as reported by Marketbeat. Among these, fourteen analysts recommend buying, while two suggest a strong buy. The average 12-month target price is approximately $51.28. Recent analyst activities include Rothschild and Co Redburn's "buy" rating with a $48 target and Citigroup's increased target from $46 to $47.

Cary Street Partners Financial LLC has also increased its investment in SLB by 22.2%, now owning 108,315 shares valued at $3.66 million. Other firms like Twin Peaks Wealth Advisors LLC and Atticus Wealth Management LLC have recently invested in SLB, with stakes valued at $25,000 and $29,000, respectively. SLB's current market capitalization is approximately $59.66 billion, with a trading volume of 14.1 million shares.