USA COMPRESSION PARTNERS LP
USACUSA Compression Partners LP (USAC) is a provider of modular compression services and equipment for the oil and natural gas industry. The company offers a range of solutions including compressor rental, maintenance, and related services aimed at supporting upstream, midstream, and downstream energy operations. Founded in 2013 and based in Austin, Texas, USAC focuses on serving customers across North America with a fleet of compression equipment to meet various energy production needs.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $0.53 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 14 days on February 6, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 6, 2026 | $0.53 | 2026-01-26 | 2026-01-26 |
| November 7, 2025 | $0.53 | 2025-10-27 | 2025-10-27 |
| August 8, 2025 | $0.53 | 2025-07-28 | 2025-07-28 |
| May 9, 2025 | $0.53 | 2025-04-28 | 2025-04-28 |
| February 7, 2025 | $0.53 | 2025-01-27 | 2025-01-27 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: USA COMPRESSION PARTNERS LP has rewarded shareholders with 52 dividend payments over the past 13 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held USAC shares during this period received a total of $26.82 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.53/share was paid 77 days ago, on November 7, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: USAC currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 8.34%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2013, the dividend payout has grown by 50.9%, from $0.35 to $0.53.
- Dividend Reliability: USAC has maintained or increased its dividend for 52 consecutive payments.
Company News
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USA Compression Partners announced an $860 million acquisition of J-W Power Company, expanding its compression services fleet to 4.4 million horsepower across major U.S. energy regions, expected to close in Q1 2026.
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