Natural gas rig count and drilling activity in core basins (Permian, Haynesville, Marcellus/Utica) - drives demand for new compression deployments
Horsepower utilization rates and idle-to-active conversions - indicates pricing power and revenue growth without incremental capex
Natural gas prices (Henry Hub) - influences producer drilling budgets and willingness to commit to long-term compression contracts, though impact is lagged 6-12 months
Contract pricing trends and average revenue per horsepower - reflects competitive dynamics and ability to pass through cost inflation
high - Compression demand is directly tied to natural gas production activity, which correlates strongly with industrial production, LNG export demand, and power generation needs. During economic expansions, natural gas consumption rises for manufacturing, petrochemical feedstock, and electricity generation, driving producer drilling activity and compression requirements. Conversely, recessions reduce industrial gas demand and producer cash flows, leading to drilling budget cuts and compression equipment returns. The 6-12 month lag between gas price movements and compression demand provides some visibility but amplifies cyclicality.
Rising interest rates increase Archrock's cost of capital on its $1.0+ billion debt load (Debt/Equity of 1.81), directly impacting interest expense and free cash flow available for dividends and debt reduction. Higher rates also reduce the present value of long-duration cash flows from multi-year contracts, compressing valuation multiples. However, the impact is partially offset by the company's ability to pass through higher financing costs in contract pricing during tight equipment markets. Customer financing costs also matter - higher rates may delay producer drilling decisions and compression commitments.
Energy transition and long-term natural gas demand uncertainty - potential policy shifts favoring electrification and renewables could reduce natural gas production growth, limiting compression demand beyond 2030-2035 timeframe
Technological disruption from electric-driven compression - emerging electric compression technology could displace traditional gas-engine driven units in certain applications, though adoption remains limited due to infrastructure requirements and higher upfront costs
Regulatory risks including methane emissions standards - EPA regulations requiring leak detection and emissions reduction could increase operating costs and accelerate fleet modernization requirements
value and income-oriented investors - The stock appeals to investors seeking exposure to natural gas production growth with lower commodity price volatility than E&P companies, given the fee-based contract model. The 60%+ gross margins and strong free cash flow generation attract value investors, while the dividend yield (estimated 2-3%) appeals to income seekers. Recent 40%+ six-month return suggests growing momentum investor interest as natural gas fundamentals improve. The combination of cyclical recovery potential and defensive contract cash flows attracts a hybrid value/growth investor base.
Trend
+7.5% vs SMA 50 · +37.4% vs SMA 200
Momentum
Accumulation pattern present — more buying days than selling over the past 20 sessions. Volume conditions support gradual price improvement.
Based on volume distribution analysis. Direct short interest data (short float %, days to cover) is not available in current data sources.
Analyst consensus estimates · Actuals replace estimates as reported
| Year | Revenue Est. | Rev Gth | EPS Est. | EPS Gth | Range | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FY2025 | $1.5B $1.5B–$1.5B | — | $1.57 | — | ±1% | Moderate4 |
FY2026(current) | $1.6B $1.6B–$1.6B | ▲ +4.8% | $1.98 | ▲ +25.9% | ±6% | Moderate4 |
FY2027 | $1.6B $1.6B–$1.7B | ▲ +5.4% | $2.22 | ▲ +12.0% | ±6% | Moderate4 |
Dividend per payment — last 8 periods
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strong, dependable service - our customers count on archrock® archrock, inc., (nyse:aroc) is the leading provider of natural gas contract compression services to customers in the oil and natural gas industry throughout the united states. for more than 60 years, customers have relied on the unmatched expertise of our highly qualified, certified technicians. this legacy makes us the u.s. compression services leader. we offer our customers services using the country’s largest fleet, well-established relationships with oem manufacturers and distributors, and an unmatched aftermarket parts and service capability. we bridge the gap for our customers – from challenge to solution – across the united states with more operating horsepower than anyone else, we are strategically located where our clients need us. archrock offers compression services done the right way, every step of the way. if you are interested in a new career at archrock, please visit us at http://www.archrock.com/careers a
| Symbol | Price | Day % | Mkt Cap↓ | P/E | Rev Grw | Margin | ELO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AROC◀ | $38.87 | -0.38% | $6.8B | 21.0 | +2870.0% | 2163.3% | 1500 |
| $153.79 | +0.68% | $639.2B | — | — | — | 1497 | |
| $192.34 | +0.90% | $383.8B | 34.6 | — | — | 1490 | |
| $124.91 | +1.40% | $152.2B | 20.9 | +751.1% | — | 1503 | |
| $75.41 | -0.17% | $92.2B | 33.0 | +1377.7% | 2190.8% | 1497 | |
| $55.63 | -2.27% | $83.2B | 25.2 | -159.8% | — | 1515 | |
| $141.61 | +1.91% | $75.9B | 15.3 | -346.9% | 2206.8% | 1500 | |
| Sector avg | — | +0.30% | — | 25.0 | +898.4% | 2186.9% | 1500 |