USAC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
USAC - USA COMPRESSION PARTNERS LP
$26.16
0.04 (0.15%)
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5d:
-0.83%
30d:
+0.23%
90d:
-4.77%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 04, 2026
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: USAC shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: USAC shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$56.43
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$35.04
25.3% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.2x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: USAC is currently trading at $26.16, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $25.93 to $26.84. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 14.6) is in line with its historical norms (16.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.3% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 95.8% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, USAC is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $25.37, while resistance sits at $27.39.
Market Sentiment: USAC has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $29.60 (+13.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, USAC is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $25.37, while resistance sits at $27.39.
Market Sentiment: USAC has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $29.60 (+13.1%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$25.93 -
$26.84
Company Quality Score
42/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
47.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($29.60)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$25.93 -
$26.84
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$25.37
Resistance Level
$27.39
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.63
Wall Street Target
$29.60
(+13.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
35.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
95.8%
Profit Margin
11.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.3% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.6 vs 16.2
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.3%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$25.30
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$24.46
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$23.65
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→16)
$26.20
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.7, Growth: 35.1%)
$91.53
(+250%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.6, Growth: 35.1%)
$64.58
(+147%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.4, Growth: 35.1%)
$54.89
(+110%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (26x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (15x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 25.86 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.01
Bull Case
$50.88
(+95%)
Analyst growth 77.1%, PE expands to 28.5
Base Case
$46.26
(+77%)
Market implied 77.1%, PE stable at 25.9
Bear Case
$17.76
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 22.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 14.6 to 16.2
Stabilization Target:
$28.98
(+10.8%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+10.8%
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