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Natural Gas Services Group Inc(NGS)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for NGS
10/08/2026: NGS (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Natural Gas Services Group Inc is a specialized provider of natural gas compression services, primarily focusing on rental equipment for energy producers. The company benefits from its niche technical expertise and flexible service model, which allow it to operate effectively in key U.S. shale basins. While the firm has a stable operational history, it faces significant risks linked to the cyclical nature of energy commodity prices and intense competition from larger, well-capitalized providers. Investors should monitor rig count trends and company-specific efforts to modernize its fleet. The stock is generally more suitable for investors with a higher tolerance for energy sector volatility rather than those seeking consistent income.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is highly dependent on cyclical energy market tailwinds rather than consistent secular expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | Momentum strategies may benefit when energy prices and production activity signal an upturn in industry demand. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation fluctuates significantly with commodity price cycles, making entry timing critical. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | The company does not provide a consistent dividend income stream. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Exposure to energy industry volatility creates substantial price risk. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock price is highly sensitive to fluctuations in natural gas prices and rig counts. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Market valuations for oilfield services can swing based on speculative outlooks for energy production. |
| Competition risk (Compression services) | High | Intense competition from larger players limits pricing power and market share growth. |
| Business quality | Medium | The business model relies on capital-intensive assets that require constant reinvestment. |
| Dividend income | Low / none | Investors should not rely on the stock for regular income payouts. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Operational efficiency in maintaining the rental fleet is critical to profitability. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 127.53% | Avg. Invested days 72 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/08/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 428.74M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 21.17 | 1Y Target Price 56 |
Price to earnings Ratio 21.17 | 1Y Target Price 56 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 109.0K shares | Beta 0.47 | 52 Weeks Range 25.18 - 44.43 | Updated Date 10/08/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 25.18 - 44.43 | Updated Date 10/08/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.38% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.57 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Rental Compression Services | Monthly rental fees for compression equipment used in natural gas production. | This is the primary revenue engine, performing best when gas production is high. |
| Equipment Sales | Revenue from fabricating and selling custom compression units. | These lumpy sales provide supplemental revenue but can be less predictable than rentals. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 21.17 | Forward PE 11.88 | Enterprise Value 757.16M | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.26 |
Enterprise Value 757.16M | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.26 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.18 | Shares Outstanding 12.90M | Shares Floating 12.59M |
Shares Outstanding 12.90M | Shares Floating 12.59M | ||
Percent Insiders 3.2 | Percent Institutions 94.21 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Natural Gas Services Group Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Southlake, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2002-10-22 | CEO & Director Mr. Justin C. Jacobs | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Equipment & Services | Full time employees 259 | Website https://ngsgi.com |
Full time employees 259 | Website https://ngsgi.com | ||
Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. provides natural gas compression equipment, flares and related assets; and electric compression equipment, technology and services to the energy industry in the United States. The company rents, designs, installs, service, and maintains natural gas engine and electric motor drive compressors for oil and gas production and processing facilities. It also designs and assembles compressor units for rental; and designs, engineers, and sells compressor components. In addition, the company provides aftermarket services for its compressors; and services related to the installation and start-up of new compressor units. Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. was incorporated in 1998 and is headquartered in Southlake, Texas.
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