USA Compression Partners (USAC) Stock Overview
Provides natural gas compression services in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 0/6 |
| Future Growth | 4/6 |
| Past Performance | 4/6 |
| Financial Health | 1/6 |
| Dividends | 2/6 |
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Analyst Price Targets
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$27.85 |
| 52 Week High | US$30.55 |
| 52 Week Low | US$21.85 |
| Beta | 0.18 |
| 1 Month Change | 0.36% |
| 3 Month Change | 1.53% |
| 1 Year Change | 10.34% |
| 3 Year Change | 41.16% |
| 5 Year Change | 75.49% |
| Change since IPO | 62.77% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • May 27
USAC: Tight Capacity And Broad Reach Will Guide Fairly Balanced Outlook
Analysts have nudged their price target for USA Compression Partners to about $29.33 from $29, citing tighter industry capacity, the partnership's broad geographic footprint across key U.S. basins and views that the stock remains attractively valued at recent levels. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive stance on USA Compression Partners, with price targets in the low US$30s and commentary centering on capacity tightness and the partnership's broad operating footprint across major U.S. basins.Narrative Update • May 07
USAC: Tight Capacity And Broad Reach Will Shape Measured Future Outlook
Analysts have raised their price targets for USA Compression Partners into the low $30s, citing tightening industry capacity, the company's broad geographic footprint across key basins, and what they view as an attractive current valuation as the main factors behind the change. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates give you a sense of how analysts are framing USA Compression Partners, with some leaning more constructive on the units while others stay cautious on valuation and timing.Narrative Update • Apr 21
USAC: Tight Capacity And Broad Footprint Will Shape Balanced Future Prospects
Analysts have nudged their price view on USA Compression Partners higher, with the updated fair value estimate moving from about $28.17 to $29.00. This shift is supported by recent target increases to $30 and $31 that highlight expectations around tightening industry capacity and the partnership's broad geographic footprint.Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 27
USAC: Tight Capacity And Broad Reach Will Guide Fairly Balanced Outlook
Analysts have nudged their price target for USA Compression Partners to about $29.33 from $29, citing tighter industry capacity, the partnership's broad geographic footprint across key U.S. basins and views that the stock remains attractively valued at recent levels. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a more constructive stance on USA Compression Partners, with price targets in the low US$30s and commentary centering on capacity tightness and the partnership's broad operating footprint across major U.S. basins.Narrative Update • May 07
USAC: Tight Capacity And Broad Reach Will Shape Measured Future Outlook
Analysts have raised their price targets for USA Compression Partners into the low $30s, citing tightening industry capacity, the company's broad geographic footprint across key basins, and what they view as an attractive current valuation as the main factors behind the change. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates give you a sense of how analysts are framing USA Compression Partners, with some leaning more constructive on the units while others stay cautious on valuation and timing.Narrative Update • Apr 21
USAC: Tight Capacity And Broad Footprint Will Shape Balanced Future Prospects
Analysts have nudged their price view on USA Compression Partners higher, with the updated fair value estimate moving from about $28.17 to $29.00. This shift is supported by recent target increases to $30 and $31 that highlight expectations around tightening industry capacity and the partnership's broad geographic footprint.Seeking Alpha • Apr 18
USA Compression Partners: For The Covered Yield And Moderate Upside
Summary USA Compression Partners is rated a cautious buy, offering a stable 7.8% forward yield and improving distribution coverage post-acquisition. USAC’s $860M J-W Power acquisition boosts EBITDA guidance to $770–800M and DCF to $480–510M for 2026, raising coverage to ~1.6x. Leverage remains a constraint at ~3.2–3.3x EBITDA, making deleveraging a priority for retained cash rather than shareholder returns. Upside of 27–31% hinges on sustaining $500M DCF and modest rerating, while downside risk of ~14% exists if utilization falters. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • Apr 06
USAC: Tight Capacity And Lower Leverage Will Support Balanced Future Prospects
Narrative Update on USA Compression Partners The analyst price target for USA Compression Partners has been raised by several firms into a $25 to $31 range. Analysts point to tightening industry capacity, the partnership's broad geographic footprint, and balance sheet flexibility that could support more aggressive growth investment or a higher cash distribution as key reasons for their updated views.Narrative Update • Mar 22
USAC: Lower Leverage And Tight Capacity Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analyst price targets for USA Compression Partners have shifted higher into a $25 to $31 range, as analysts cite tightening industry capacity, the partnership's wide geographic footprint across key basins, and balance sheet flexibility that could support more aggressive growth investment or potential distribution changes. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts point to tightening compression capacity and USA Compression Partners' wide basin exposure, including the Permian, Appalachia, Gulf Coast, Mid-Con, and Rockies, as support for the current price target range of $25 to $31.Narrative Update • Mar 06
USAC: Lower Leverage And Possible Distribution Hike Will Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have lifted their price targets on USA Compression Partners by $3 at Stifel to $30 and by $2 at Mizuho to $25, citing updated multi year estimates, lower leverage, the potential for more aggressive growth investment, and a possible increase in the cash distribution. Analyst Commentary Recent price target changes on USA Compression Partners come alongside updated multi year estimates and fresh views on how the partnership might use its balance sheet and cash flow.Narrative Update • Feb 20
USAC: Lower Leverage And Possible Distribution Hike Shape Balanced Outlook
Analysts have raised their blended price target for USA Compression Partners from $26.50 to about $28.17, citing updated estimates, lower leverage, the potential for more aggressive growth investment, and possibly a first cash distribution increase in over a decade. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts are lifting their price targets into the mid to high US$20s, which signals increased confidence in how current fundamentals support the partnership's valuation.Seeking Alpha • Feb 20
USA Compression: Edging Closer To Positive Free Cash Flow
Summary USA Compression is rated as a HOLD due to a stable, near-term outlook, high yield of 7.4%, but has limited growth options due to high debt. The company reported record EBITDA in Q4, driven by an 8% increase in revenue per deployed horsepower and a 6% rise in total deployed horsepower. New management is focused on reducing CAPEX to become free cash flow positive, despite market growth in natural gas and AI-related stock appreciation. USAC's 2025 guidance includes $600 million in EBITDA, but stretched internal budgets will require future growth to depend on external factors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Nov 21
USA Compression Partners: A Fresh Look At Their Distributions
Summary USA Compression Partners stands to benefit from the incoming Trump administration, with new policies poised to favor fossil fuels. Even though their distributable cash flow indicates they have distribution growth potential, a wider view of their cash-based results does not support this notion. They do not produce anywhere near enough free cash flow to cover their distribution payments, which leaves a gap for debt funding. Even though their leverage is not trending upwards, it is already extremely high. Whilst I do not believe a distribution cut is likely, this nevertheless places a significant handbrake on any growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 16
USA Compression: Steady As She Goes, But Lacking In Total Returns
Summary USA Compression is in the late innings of its growth strategy to deploy unallocated compression equipment as the natural gas pipeline sector continues to expand. USAC has been able to maintain total returns on pace with the S&P 500 through distributions versus capital appreciation. Issuing a K-1 form also entitles investors to tax benefits. USAC needs to realize margin expansion to return to positive FCF following the distribution to reduce its total debt levels. Several comparable investment options have a significantly better return history with moderate yields. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Sep 09
Innovative Strategies And Record Performance Set To Propel Energy Services Growth
Record performance across various financial metrics suggests a strong, expanding operation that positively influences future revenue and earnings.Seeking Alpha • May 11
I'm Locking Up To 8.4% Dividend Yield With USA Compression Partners
Summary USA Compression Partners delivered better than expected EPS, quarter revenue, and double-digit cash flow growth. The company's business model involves providing natural gas compression services and has a presence in regions with high concentrations of projects. The company's dividend yield of 8.4% and potential for future net sales growth make it an attractive investment option. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 25
USA Compression: Tight Market Might Bode Well For The Stock
Summary USA Compression is benefiting from a strong market for compression services, with rising prices and utilization. USAC is looking to upgrade its customer base, reprice contracts at renewal, and reduce leverage to improve its financial position. The stock looks like a "Buy" given the strong current market conditions. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 26
USA Compression Partners LP: High Premium But Worth Getting In On The Dividend
Summary USA Compression Partners LP has seen a significant increase in valuation, with a high P/E ratio and a dividend yield of over 10%. The company generates stable cash flows and has a disciplined capital allocation strategy, leading to a consistently high dividend yield. USAC's recent earnings report showed growth in revenues and average revenue per revenue-generating horsepower, making it an interesting company to watch. However, the high premium of its share price may deter some investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Aug 02
USA Compression Partners: Strong Results Driven By High Demand
Summary USA Compression Partners beats revenue and net income estimates, with revenues up 21% YoY. The company's leverage ratio falls to 4.5 but still carries some risk. Strong demand for energy products drives higher compression prices and margins for USAC. We are also seeing better utilization and better efficiencies across the board. The 10.55% dividend is safe, and the company can easily cover it with current earnings and projected cash flows. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaShareholder Returns
| USAC | US Energy Services | US Market | |
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| 7D | -4.3% | -5.6% | 1.6% |
| 1Y | 10.3% | 79.1% | 28.2% |
Return vs Industry: USAC underperformed the US Energy Services industry which returned 79.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: USAC underperformed the US Market which returned 28.2% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| USAC volatility | |
|---|---|
| USAC Average Weekly Movement | 3.8% |
| Energy Services Industry Average Movement | 7.0% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.8% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.0% |
Stable Share Price: USAC has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: USAC's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 885 | Clint Green | usacompression.com |
USA Compression Partners, LP provides natural gas compression services in the United States. The company offers compression services to oil companies and independent producers, processors, gatherers, and transporters of natural gas and crude oil, as well as for infrastructure applications, including centralized natural gas gathering systems and processing facilities, and gas lift applications in crude oil wells. It also owns and operates a fleet of equipment to offer natural gas treating services, such as carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide removal, as well as natural gas cooling and dehydration to natural gas producers and midstream companies.
USA Compression Partners, LP Fundamentals Summary
| USAC fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$3.99b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$125.25m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$1.08b |
32.2x
P/E Ratio3.7x
P/S RatioIs USAC overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| USAC income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$1.08b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$360.77m |
| Gross Profit | US$723.37m |
| Other Expenses | US$598.12m |
| Earnings | US$125.25m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.86 |
| Gross Margin | 66.72% |
| Net Profit Margin | 11.55% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 941.2% |
How did USAC perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
7.5%
Current Dividend Yield213%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/01 13:13 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
USA Compression Partners, LP is covered by 8 analysts. 4 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Michael Gyure | Brean Capital Historical (Janney Montgomery) |
| Thomas Curran | B. Riley Securities, Inc. |
| Douglas Irwin | Citigroup Inc |