...Sector and Subsectors: This report presents the key peer comparator elements observed or expected for companies in the oilfield services sector. It covers oilfield services companies across all sub-sectors, including contract drillers, equipment manufacturers and full-service providers. Key Factors: The Sector Risk Profile defines and groups companies operating in the sector into a "natural rating territory" based on Fitch's view of the inherent risk profile of the industry. Typically, a company's overall risk profile generally does not stray too far from this rating range. After assessing the Operating Environment, then Management and Corporate Governance, the Navigator examines four Sector-Specific factors for given rating levels. Finally, three Financial Profile factors help capture financial attributes commensurate with particular rating categories....
