USA Compression Partners, LP (USAC) P/E Ratio History
Deep ValueTrading at 29.5x · 10th percentile of 5-year range · Significant discount to historical valuation · Data 2013–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, USA Compression Partners, LP (USAC) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 29.5x, with a stock price of $25.06 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $0.90.
The current P/E is 84% below its 5-year average of 185.1x. Over the past five years, USAC's P/E has ranged from a low of 27.4x to a high of 1513.0x, placing the current valuation at the 10th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Energy sector median P/E of 15.5x, USAC trades at a 91% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 173 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 1.6x to 166.4x.
Relative to the broader market, USAC commands a significant premium over the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our USAC DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
USAC Cross-Benchmark Valuation
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USAC P/E vs Peers
Production Equipment and Optimization peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $6B | 20.1 | - | +75% | |
| $17B | 14.3 | 0.70Best | -25% | |
| $58B | 11.8Lowest | - | +14% | |
| $3B | 15.3 | - | +10% | |
| $8B | 12.9 | 0.76 | +15% | |
| $459B | 52.4 | 1.86 | -15% | |
| $99B | 35.0 | 3.10 | -28% | |
| $374B | 43.8 | 3.71 | +36% | |
| $164B | 40.3 | 1.64 | +10% | |
| $32B | 15.3 | - | +707%Best |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
USAC Historical P/E Data (2013–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $27.12 | $0.97 | 28.0x | -81% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $23.00 | $0.84 | 27.4x | -82% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $24.00 | $0.80 | 30.0x | -80% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $24.31 | $0.67 | 36.3x | -76% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $26.98 | $0.68 | 39.7x | -74% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $23.56 | $0.73 | 32.3x | -78% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $22.92 | $0.57 | 40.5x | -73% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $23.73 | $0.65 | 36.7x | -75% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $26.67 | $0.66 | 40.7x | -73% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $22.83 | $0.58 | 39.6x | -74% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $23.86 | $0.52 | 45.8x | -69% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $19.74 | $0.41 | 48.3x | -68% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $21.13 | $0.14 | 151.9x | +1% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $19.53 | $0.06 | 312.5x | +108% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $17.40 | $0.01 | 1513.0x | +909% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $17.27 | $0.02 | 863.5x | +476% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $16.89 | $0.08 | 208.0x | +39% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $17.30 | $0.30 | 57.4x | -62% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 30 2015 | $14.42 | $0.29 | 49.7x | -67% |
| FY2015 Q2 | - | $19.16 | $0.19 | 100.8x | -33% |
| FY2015 Q1 | - | $20.47 | $0.73 | 28.0x | -81% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 31 2014 | $16.59 | $0.59 | 28.1x | -81% |
| FY2014 Q3 | - | $24.29 | $0.53 | 45.8x | -69% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 30 2014 | $25.68 | $0.47 | 54.6x | -64% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 31 2014 | $26.24 | $0.34 | 77.2x | -49% |
| FY2013 Q4 | - | $26.80 | $0.31 | 86.5x | -42% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 30 2013 | $23.82 | $0.22 | 107.0x | -29% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 30 2013 | $23.53 | $0.22 | 108.0x | -28% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 31 2013 | $20.00 | $0.18 | 109.8x | -27% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 149.9x
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USAC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying USAC stock.
What is USAC's P/E ratio?
USA Compression Partners, LP (USAC) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 29.5x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $0.90. The 5-year average P/E is 185.1x and the historical range spans 27.4x to 1513.0x.
Is USAC stock overvalued or undervalued?
USAC trades at 29.5x P/E, below its 5-year average of 185.1x. At the 10th percentile of its historical range (27.4x–1513.0x), the stock is priced at a discount to its own history.
Is USAC stock expensive?
No, USAC is not expensive on a historical basis. The current P/E of 29.5x is below the 5-year average of 185.1x and sits at the 10th percentile of its valuation range.
What is USAC's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, USAC's P/E ratio has ranged from 27.4x to 1513.0x, with a median of 45.8x and an average of 185.1x. The current P/E of 29.5x places the stock at the 10th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 2013–2026.
How does USAC's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
USAC trades at 29.5x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 21% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does USAC's valuation compare to Energy peers?
USA Compression Partners, LP P/E of 29.5x compares to the Energy sector median of 15.5x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is USAC's PEG ratio?
USAC PEG ratio is N/A, based on a P/E of 29.5x and EPS growth of 18.1%. PEG normalises P/E by growth and helps compare stocks with different earnings trajectories.
What is USAC's earnings yield?
USAC earnings yield is 3.39%, the inverse of its 29.5x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.