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AROC

ARCHROCK INC

EnergyOil & Gas Equipment & Services$6.0B

May5Tue

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:15 PM EDT

Archrock, Inc. Misses on EPS, Stock Up 2.47%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.42	$0.48	-10.06%
Revenue	—	$379M	—

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Archrock, Inc. Misses on EPS, Stock Up 2.47%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.42	$0.48	-10.06%
Revenue	—	$379M	—

Management Commentary

Tone: Unknown

No transcript is on record for the earnings call, and the analysis is based solely on numerical results.

What It Means

Archrock's first quarter results showed a miss on earnings per share, which typically raises concerns among investors. However, the stock reacted positively, increasing by 2.47%. This could indicate that investors are looking beyond the EPS miss, possibly due to other factors not disclosed in the earnings call.

Company Snapshot

Archrock, Inc. (AROC) is a leading provider of natural gas compression services in the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas equipment and services....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well Archrock is managing its costs and generating income.

0.48

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the overall demand for Archrock's services and its market position.

379M

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

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Context

Company Snapshot

Archrock, Inc. (AROC) is a leading provider of natural gas compression services in the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas equipment and services. As energy demand continues to grow, Archrock plays a crucial role in supporting the infrastructure needed for natural gas production and transportation.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+6.41%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.74%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Archrock reported an EPS of $0.69, significantly beating expectations of $0.40, which boosted investor confidence. The stock rose 2.68% the following day, indicating positive market sentiment.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Archrock to report solid earnings this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $0.48. Investors are keen to see if the company can maintain its strong performance amidst fluctuating energy prices.

Bull Case

If Archrock exceeds EPS expectations and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its services, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses earnings expectations or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about its ability to sustain growth in a competitive market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

0.48

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well Archrock is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

379M

Revenue figures provide insight into the overall demand for Archrock's services and its market position.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Archrock's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.48?

A beat on EPS would reinforce investor confidence and could lead to a positive stock reaction.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Future revenue guidance will be critical for assessing the company's growth trajectory and market position.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Archrock's ability to capitalize on increasing natural gas demand, especially given recent trends in energy consumption.

Supporting Evidence

Archrock has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating stronger operational performance than analysts predict.

The options market is pricing an 8% move, suggesting that investors expect significant volatility, which may not align with historical performance patterns.

Key Risk

If Archrock's revenue growth exceeds $385M, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance will be closely watched as it reflects Archrock's ability to navigate the current energy market landscape.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.50 or higher would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.45 would raise concerns about profitability and market demand.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±8.03%

Historical Avg

±2.1%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move following the earnings report, indicating heightened investor uncertainty or anticipation.

Options are pricing ±8.0% while AROC has averaged ±2.1% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

24.4%

Calls (45K)P/C Ratio: 0.57Puts (26K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Energy

n=30

Fade rate: 3 of 12 (25%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Energy in the last 2 years. 9 of 12 (75%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 2.2%, with a raw directional average of +1.4% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Archrock beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise around 2.37% on average, confirming a strong operational outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see a muted reaction as investors await further commentary from management.

Miss

Should the company miss earnings expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 1.91%, raising concerns about future performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new contracts or projects that could drive future revenue.
2Management's commentary on the impact of energy prices on operations.
3Insights into operational efficiency improvements or cost management strategies.
4Future guidance on revenue expectations for the upcoming quarters.

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Company Snapshot

Archrock, Inc. (AROC) is a leading provider of natural gas compression services in the energy sector, focusing on oil and gas equipment and services....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well Archrock is managing its costs and generating income.

0.48

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the overall demand for Archrock's services and its market position.

379M

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

+6.41%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.74%

Last Quarter Recap

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Archrock exceeds EPS expectations and shows strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand for its services, leading to a positive market reaction.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses earnings expectations or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about its ability to sustain growth in a competitive market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

0.48

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well Archrock is managing its costs and generating income.

Revenue

379M

Revenue figures provide insight into the overall demand for Archrock's services and its market position.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Archrock's EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.48?

A beat on EPS would reinforce investor confidence and could lead to a positive stock reaction.

What guidance will management provide regarding future revenue growth?

Future revenue guidance will be critical for assessing the company's growth trajectory and market position.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Archrock's ability to capitalize on increasing natural gas demand, especially given recent trends in energy consumption.

Supporting Evidence

Archrock has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating stronger operational performance than analysts predict.

The options market is pricing an 8% move, suggesting that investors expect significant volatility, which may not align with historical performance patterns.

Key Risk

If Archrock's revenue growth exceeds $385M, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance will be closely watched as it reflects Archrock's ability to navigate the current energy market landscape.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.50 or higher would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.45 would raise concerns about profitability and market demand.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±8.03%

Historical Avg

±2.1%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move following the earnings report, indicating heightened investor uncertainty or anticipation.

Options are pricing ±8.0% while AROC has averaged ±2.1% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.6%

30d HV

24.4%

Calls (45K)P/C Ratio: 0.57Puts (26K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Energy

n=30

Fade rate: 3 of 12 (25%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Archrock beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise around 2.37% on average, confirming a strong operational outlook.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see a muted reaction as investors await further commentary from management.

Miss

Should the company miss earnings expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 1.91%, raising concerns about future performance.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new contracts or projects that could drive future revenue.
2Management's commentary on the impact of energy prices on operations.
3Insights into operational efficiency improvements or cost management strategies.
4Future guidance on revenue expectations for the upcoming quarters.