USAC Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
USAC - USA COMPRESSION PARTNERS LP
$26.26
0.70 (2.74%)
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5d:
+0.84%
30d:
-10.83%
90d:
-6.08%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jun 23, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 05, 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
$57.45
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$35.67
26.4% 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 16.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: USAC is currently trading at $26.26, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $26.44 to $29.40. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 14.7) compared to its historical average (16.5). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.7% 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 uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $27.36. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
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 $29.67 (+13.0%). 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 uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $27.36. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
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 $29.67 (+13.0%). 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
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$26.44 -
$29.40
Company Quality Score
55/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.8%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($29.67)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$26.44 -
$29.40
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$27.36
Resistance Level
$29.45
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
14.69
Wall Street Target
$29.67
(+13.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
35.1%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
95.8%
Profit Margin
11.9%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.7% cheaper
PE vs Historical
14.7 vs 16.5
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$25.29
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$24.35
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$23.45
(-11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 15→17)
$26.35
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 21.8, Growth: 35.3%)
$96.43
(+267%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 14.7, Growth: 35.3%)
$65.03
(+148%)
Bear:
(PE: 12.5, Growth: 35.3%)
$55.28
(+111%)
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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: 26.08 | Current EPS (TTM): $0.98
Bull Case
$51.29
(+95%)
Analyst growth 82.4%, PE expands to 28.7
Base Case
$46.63
(+78%)
Market implied 82.4%, PE stable at 26.1
Bear Case
$17.38
(-34%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 22.2
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 14.7 to 16.5
Stabilization Target:
$29.50
(+12.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+12.3%
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