Posted: 05/25/2025 03:44 am
Oil States International, Inc. (NYSE: OIS) has undergone significant changes in compensation of its top executives, which reflects the evolving dynamics of the company's operational and financial landscape. This Houston-based company, engaged in the oil and gas field machinery and equipment industry, has recently announced insights into its Q4 2024 performance and the compensation designed to drive strategic growth.
Cindy B. Taylor, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Oil States International, received a total compensation of $4,881,248 in 2024. Her package included a base salary of $925,000 and substantial stock awards amounting to $2,700,000. The incentive plan provided $1,141,473. Notably, no cash bonus was distributed, highlighting a compensation strategy oriented towards stock-based rewards and performance-linked incentives[^1^].
This approach mirrors the company's results for the fourth quarter of 2024, where Oil States International reported a notable net income of $15,164,000, a substantial improvement from a net loss in the previous quarter[^2^]. The company's focus on executive compensation tied to stock awards and incentive plans is likely aimed at aligning leadership goals with shareholder interests, promoting long-term value.
In previous years, the differences in compensation packages were quite observable within the firm's executive team. For instance, in 2022, Philip S. Moses, then the Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, had a total compensation of $2,219,044, with stock awards forming a significant part of his package. Meanwhile, in 2021, his total compensation was $1,765,850 before he assumed the COO role, demonstrating a strategic compensation adjustment in line with his expanded responsibilities[^3^][^4^].
Despite fluctuations in revenue and net income, OIS has shown resilience and a strategic approach in market engagement. The company has been recognized for its international expansion efforts in both offshore and onshore sectors, alongside its ability to navigate the challenging trade policies. Analysts have pointed out that the company's stock appears to be undervalued compared to peers, pointing towards potential market gains from these initiatives[^5^].
The stock's recent performance indicates a trading price of $4.36 with a market cap of approximately $269.75 million. The company's activities in the upcoming quarters are anticipated, especially with the forthcoming earnings announcement scheduled for July 2025[^6^]. This intersection of executive compensation tied closely to market-driven goals, coupled with improving financial outcomes, suggests a well-coordinated strategy at Oil States International as it looks to strengthen its foothold within the oil services sector.
1. U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Oil States International, Inc. Compensation Data Archive. [Link](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1121484/000112148425000040/0001121484-25-000040-index.htm).
2. Business Wire. "Oil States Announces Fourth Quarter 2024 Results," February 21, 2025. [Link](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1121484/000112148425000040/0001121484-25-000040-index.htm).
3. U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Oil States International, Inc. Compensation Data Archive. [Link](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1121484/000112148423000024/0001121484-23-000024-index.htm).
4. U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Oil States International, Inc. Compensation Data Archive. [Link](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1121484/000112148422000041/0001121484-22-000041-index.htm).
5. Seeking Alpha. "Oil States International Is Sufficiently Strong Despite The Recent Fall," April 11, 2025. [Link](https://seekingalpha.com/article/4774436-oil-states-international-is-sufficiently-strong-despite-the-recent-fall).
6. New York Stock Exchange data on Oil States International, Inc. [Link](https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2459837/oil-states-international-ois-tops-q1-earnings-estimates).
