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Natural Gas Services Group (NYSE: NGS) lifts dividend and raises 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance

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Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. reported strong first quarter 2026 results with total revenue of $48.5 million, up 17.1% from a year earlier, driven by rental revenue of $47.1 million, a 21.1% year-over-year increase. Net income rose to $6.8 million, or $0.53 per diluted share, compared with $4.9 million, or $0.38 per share, in the prior-year quarter.

Adjusted EBITDA grew 25.8% to $24.3 million, supported by higher rental adjusted gross margin. Horsepower utilization reached 574,969 rented horsepower, with horsepower utilization improving to 86.9%. Operating cash flow was $23.0 million, exceeding cash used for investing activities of $15.2 million.

The company increased its quarterly dividend from $0.11 to $0.15 per share starting in the second quarter of 2026 and raised its full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA outlook to a range of $92.5 million to $97.5 million. Guidance for 2026 growth capital expenditures remains $55.0 million to $70.0 million, with maintenance capital expenditures expected between $15.0 million and $18.0 million. Long-term debt on the revolving credit facility was $226.0 million, with a leverage ratio of 2.33x as of March 31, 2026.

Positive

  • Stronger profitability and cash generation: Q1 2026 revenue rose 17.1% year over year to $48.5 million, net income increased to $6.8 million ($0.53 diluted EPS), and Adjusted EBITDA grew 25.8% to $24.3 million, supported by higher rental revenue and improved margins.
  • Raised full-year 2026 outlook: The company increased its 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance to a range of $92.5 million to $97.5 million from $90.5 million to $95.5 million, reflecting strong first quarter performance and high fleet utilization.
  • Meaningful dividend increase: The quarterly dividend was raised from $0.11 to $0.15 per share beginning in the second quarter of 2026, a 36% increase that signals confidence in cash generation and the long-term outlook.

Negative

  • None.

Insights

NGS posts strong rental-driven quarter, raises 2026 EBITDA guidance and dividend.

Natural Gas Services Group delivered a robust Q1 2026, with total revenue of $48.5 million, up 17.1% year over year, and rental revenue of $47.1 million rising 21.1%. Adjusted EBITDA climbed 25.8% to $24.3 million, reflecting high-margin rental growth and improved utilization.

The company increased its 2026 Adjusted EBITDA outlook to $92.5 million–$97.5 million, above the prior $90.5 million–$95.5 million range, while maintaining planned growth capital expenditures of $55.0 million–$70.0 million and maintenance capex of $15.0 million–$18.0 million. Horsepower utilization improved to 86.9%, supporting earnings quality.

Management also raised the quarterly dividend by 36%, from $0.11 to $0.15 per share, starting with the second quarter 2026 payment. With a leverage ratio of 2.33x and operating cash flow of $23.0 million in the quarter, the company indicates capacity to fund fleet growth, adhere to its capital program for 2026, and increase capital returns, subject to market conditions and ongoing performance.

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition Financial
Disclosure of earnings results, typically an earnings press release or preliminary financials.
Item 8.01 Other Events Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Q1 2026 total revenue $48.5 million Three months ended March 31, 2026; 17.1% year-over-year increase
Q1 2026 rental revenue $47.1 million Three months ended March 31, 2026; 21.1% year-over-year increase
Q1 2026 net income $6.8 million Three months ended March 31, 2026; $0.53 diluted EPS
Q1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA $24.3 million Three months ended March 31, 2026; 25.8% year-over-year growth
2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance $92.5–$97.5 million Full-year 2026 outlook raised from $90.5–$95.5 million
Quarterly dividend per share $0.15 Increased from $0.11 per share starting Q2 2026
2026 growth capex range $55.0–$70.0 million Full-year 2026 projected growth capital expenditures
Leverage ratio 2.33x As of March 31, 2026 under revolving credit facility covenants
Adjusted EBITDA financial
"The Company now expects 2026 Adjusted EBITDA of $92.5 million to $97.5 million, compared to prior guidance..."
Adjusted EBITDA is a way companies measure how much money they make from their core operations, like running a business, by removing certain costs or income that aren’t part of regular business activities. It helps investors see how well a company is doing without distractions from unusual expenses or gains, making it easier to compare companies or track performance over time.
Adjusted Gross Margin financial
"Total adjusted gross margin, exclusive of depreciation expense, increased to $30.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026..."
Adjusted gross margin is a measure of how much profit a company makes from its sales after accounting for certain expenses or one-time costs, but before deducting other operating expenses. It helps investors see the company's core profitability more clearly by removing factors that might distort the usual profit picture, similar to a runner measuring their speed without considering obstacles or weather. This metric provides a clearer view of the company's ongoing financial health.
horsepower utilization technical
"As of March 31, 2026, we had 574,969 rented horsepower... Horsepower Utilization 86.9 %"
growth capital expenditures financial
"FY 2026 Growth Capital Expenditures $55.0 million - $70.0 million"
Growth capital expenditures are the money a company spends on projects meant to expand its business—like building new facilities, buying equipment, developing products, or entering new markets—rather than simply maintaining what it already has. Investors watch these investments because they can drive future revenue and profits (like planting seeds for a bigger harvest) but also reduce near-term cash available and raise execution and market-risk questions.
maintenance capital expenditures financial
"FY 2026 Maintenance Capital Expenditures $15.0 million - $18.0 million"
Maintenance capital expenditures are the money a company spends to keep its existing buildings, machines, vehicles, or systems running at their current capacity—think replacing worn parts, major repairs, or necessary upgrades to avoid breakdowns. Investors watch this because it’s a recurring, non-growth cost that must be paid before a company can invest in expansion or return cash to shareholders; like routine car maintenance, it preserves value but reduces funds available for new opportunities.
revolving credit facility financial
"Outstanding debt on our revolving credit facility as of December 31, 2025, was $226.0 million."
A revolving credit facility is a type of loan that a business can borrow from whenever it needs money, up to a set limit. It’s like having a credit card for companies—allowing them to borrow, pay back, and borrow again as needed, providing flexibility for managing cash flow or funding short-term expenses.
Revenue $48.5 million +17.1% YoY
Net income $6.8 million
Diluted EPS $0.53
Adjusted EBITDA $24.3 million +25.8% YoY
Guidance

For full-year 2026, the company expects Adjusted EBITDA of $92.5–$97.5 million, with growth capex of $55.0–$70.0 million and maintenance capex of $15.0–$18.0 million.

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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported): May 11, 2026
NATURAL GAS SERVICES GROUP, INC.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)
Colorado
1-31398
75-2811855
(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)
(Commission File Number)
(IRS Employer Identification No.)
601 State Street, Suite 400
Southlake, TX 76092
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
(432) 262-2700
(Registrant's Telephone Number, Including Area Code)
N/A
(Former Name or Former Address if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading SymbolName of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, Par Value $0.01NGSNYSE


Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

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If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. o



Item 2.02.  Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
On May 11, 2026, Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing its results of operations for three months ended March 31, 2026. The press release issued May 11, 2026 is furnished as Exhibit No. 99.1 to this Current Report on Form 8-K. Natural Gas Services Group’s annual report on Form 10-K and its reports on Forms 10-Q and 8-K and other publicly available information should be consulted for other important information about Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.
The information in this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibit No. 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or otherwise subject to liability of that section. The information in this Current Report shall not be incorporated by reference into any filing or other document pursuant to the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing or document.
Item 8.01 Other Events
On May 11, 2026, the Company announced that its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.15 per share of common stock. This cash dividend will be paid on June 3, 2026, to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on May 20, 2026.
Item 9.01.  Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d)         Exhibits
The Exhibit listed below is furnished as an Exhibit to this Current Report on Form 8-K.
Exhibit No.Description
99.1
Press release issued May 11, 2026
104Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).




SIGNATURES

      Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

NATURAL GAS SERVICES GROUP, INC.
Date:May 11, 2026
By:
/s/ Justin C. Jacobs
Justin C. Jacobs
Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)



                Exhibit 99.1





FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
          NEWS
May 11, 2026
NYSE: NGS


Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.
Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial and Operating Results;
Announces Increase in Dividend and Provides Updated 2026 Guidance

SOUTHLAKE, Texas May 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. (“NGS” or the “Company”) (NYSE:NGS), a leading provider of natural gas compression equipment, technology, and services to the energy industry, today announced financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2026.

First Quarter 2026 Highlights
Rental revenue of $47.1 million for the first quarter of 2026 represents a 21.1% year-over-year increase and a 6.3% sequential increase compared to the fourth quarter of 2025.
Net income of $6.8 million, or $0.53 per diluted share, for the first quarter of 2026 compared to $4.9 million or $0.38 per diluted share for the first quarter of 2025 and $4.1 million, or $0.32 per diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2025.
Adjusted EBITDA of $24.3 million for the first quarter of 2026, represents a 25.8% year-over-year increase and a 14.6% increase sequentially.
Commencing with the dividend payable in the second quarter 2026, the Company is increasing its quarterly dividend from $0.11 to $0.15 per share, representing a 36% increase, in the second quarter 2026 reflecting confidence in the Company's cash generation and long-term outlook.

Management Commentary and Outlook
"NGS delivered an exceptional start to 2026, highlighted by record quarterly rental revenue, adjusted gross margin, adjusted EBITDA, and horsepower utilization." said Justin Jacobs, Chief Executive Officer. "These results reflect disciplined execution in field service and growing demand for large horsepower compression. The increase in our 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance and the material increase in the Company's quarterly dividend underscore the strong start to the year as well as our favorable outlook for the balance of 2026."

"During the first quarter, we added approximately 17,000 horsepower to the fleet, all of which was large horsepower equipment and a majority of which was electric motor drive. These additions reinforce our continued focus on high-return, longer contract duration large horsepower applications, and we remain committed to deploying at least 50,000 horsepower during 2026."

"Looking ahead, market fundamentals remain constructive. Recent customer commentary indicating improving oil production sentiment combined with midstream infrastructure build out to support increased natural gas production should drive material incremental demand for compression."

"NGS remains well positioned to capture a disproportionate share of this growth given our advanced technology, the quality of our fleet, and the strength of our service team. We remain disciplined in our capital allocation framework as we continue to invest in organic fleet expansion, evaluate accretive M&A opportunities, and look to increase return of capital to shareholders. Our leverage at quarter end is the lowest of the public comparable set—we maintain great flexibility to invest in growth and drive value for our shareholders."

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                Exhibit 99.1




Corporate Guidance — 2026 Outlook
The Company now expects 2026 Adjusted EBITDA of $92.5 million to $97.5 million, compared to prior guidance of $90.5 to $95.5 million. The updated guidance reflects strong first quarter performance, high utilization, and contracted fleet expansion balanced with expectations for inflationary pressures in the remainder of 2026.
Outlook
FY 2026 Adjusted EBITDA$92.5 million - $97.5 million
FY 2026 Growth Capital Expenditures$55.0 million - $70.0 million
FY 2026 Maintenance Capital Expenditures$15.0 million - $18.0 million

The outlook for capital expenditures remains unchanged from last quarter. Growth capital expenditures for 2026 are expected in the range of $55 million to $70 million, reflecting continued investment in large horsepower compression units supported by multi-year customer contracts. Maintenance capital expenditures for 2026 are expected in the range of $15 million to $18 million consistent with the size, age, and operating profile of the Company's fleet.
Consistent with prior periods, the Company remains committed to disciplined capital allocation and investing in assets that generate attractive long-term returns for shareholders. The company's balance sheet and liquidity position provide flexibility to fund organic fleet expansion, evaluate strategic and accretive M&A opportunities, and continue returning capital to shareholders.
2026 First Quarter Financial Results
Revenue: Total revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2026, increased 17.1% to $48.5 million from $41.4 million for the three months ended March 31, 2025. This increase was primarily attributable to higher rental revenues for the comparable periods. Rental revenue increased 6.3% to $47.1 million from $44.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2025 driven by contracted fleet expansion and continued pricing strength across the company's fleet. As of March 31, 2026, we had 574,969 rented horsepower (1,243 utilized units) compared to 492,679 horsepower (1,202 utilized units) as of March 31, 2025, reflecting a 16.7% increase in total utilized horsepower.
Gross Margins and Adjusted Gross Margins: Total gross margins, including depreciation expense increased to $20.1 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to $15.7 million for the same period in 2025. Total adjusted gross margin, exclusive of depreciation expense, increased to $30.2 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026, compared to $24.3 million for the same period in 2025. For a reconciliation of Gross Margin, see Non-GAAP Financial Measures – Adjusted Gross Margin, below.
Operating Income: Operating income for the three months ended March 31, 2026, was $13.1 million compared to operating income of $9.5 million for the comparable 2025 period.
Net Income: Net income for the three months ended March 31, 2026, was $6.8 million, or $0.53 per diluted share, compared to net income of $4.9 million, or $0.38 per diluted share, for the comparable 2025 period and $4.1 million, or $0.32 per diluted share for the three months ended December 31, 2025. The year-over-year and sequential increases in net income were driven by the increases in rental revenue and the associated gross margin impact, partially offset by higher selling, general and administrative expenses, rental equipment depreciation and interest expense.
Cash Flows: For the three months ended March 31, 2026, cash flows provided by operating activities were $23.0 million, while cash flows used in investing activities were $15.2 million. This compares to cash flows from operating activities of $21.3 million and cash flows used in investing activities of $19.3 million for the comparable three-month period in 2025.
Adjusted EBITDA: Adjusted EBITDA increased 25.8% to $24.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 2026, from $19.3 million for the same period in 2025. The increase was primarily attributable to higher rental revenue and rental adjusted gross margin. Sequentially, Adjusted EBITDA increased 14.6% when compared to $21.2 million for the three months ended December 31, 2025.
Debt: Outstanding debt on our revolving credit facility as of December 31, 2025, was $226.0 million. Our leverage ratio as of March 31, 2026, was 2.33x and our fixed charge coverage ratio was 3.32x. The Company is in compliance with all terms, conditions and covenants of the credit agreement.
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                Exhibit 99.1





Selected data: The tables below show revenue by product line, gross margin and adjusted gross margin for the trailing five quarters. Adjusted gross margin is the difference between revenue and cost of sales, exclusive of depreciation.
Revenues
Three months ended
March 31, 2025June 30, 2025September 30, 2025December 31, 2025March 31, 2026
(in thousands)
Rental$38,910 $39,580 $41,502 $44,334 $47,115 
Sales1,927 750 471 844 491 
Aftermarket services546 1,052 1,428 971 861 
Total$41,383 $41,382 $43,401 $46,149 $48,467 
Gross Margin
Three months ended
March 31, 2025June 30, 2025September 30, 2025December 31, 2025March 31, 2026
(in thousands)
Rental$15,634 $15,294 $16,508 $16,346 $19,991 
Sales(181)(254)(75)(134)(250)
Aftermarket services264 310 244 283 342 
Total$15,717 $15,350 $16,677 $16,495 $20,083 
Adjusted Gross Margin (1)
Three months ended
March 31, 2025June 30, 2025September 30, 2025December 31, 2025March 31, 2026
(in thousands)
Rental$24,070 $24,052 $25,532 $25,940 $30,025 
Sales(89)(161)23 (14)(133)
Aftermarket services275 332 273 304 356 
Total$24,256 $24,223 $25,828 $26,230 $30,248 
Adjusted Gross Margin %
Three months ended
March 31, 2025June 30, 2025September 30, 2025December 31, 2025March 31, 2026
Rental61.9 %60.8 %61.5 %58.5 %63.7 %
Sales(4.6)%(21.5)%4.9 %(1.7)%(27.1)%
Aftermarket services50.4 %31.6 %19.1 %31.3 %41.3 %
Total58.6 %58.5 %59.5 %56.8 %62.4 %
Operating Statistics (at end of period):
Three months ended
March 31, 2025June 30, 2025September 30, 2025December 31, 2025March 31, 2026
Horsepower Utilized
492,679498,651526,015562,676574,969
Total Horsepower
603,391596,322625,686662,542661,872
Horsepower Utilization
81.7 %83.6 %84.1 %84.9 %86.9 %
Units Utilized
1,2021,1981,2351,2451,243
Total Units
1,9161,8331,8911,9141,801
Unit Utilization
62.7 %65.4 %65.3 %65.0 %69.0 %
(1) For a reconciliation of adjusted gross margin to its most directly comparable financial measure calculated and presented in accordance with GAAP, please read “Non-GAAP Financial Measures - Adjusted Gross Margin” below.
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                Exhibit 99.1




Non-GAAP Financial Measure - Adjusted Gross Margin: “Adjusted Gross Margin” is defined as total revenue less costs of revenues (excluding depreciation and amortization expense). Adjusted Gross Margin is included as a supplemental disclosure because it is a primary measure used by our management as it represents the results of revenue and costs (excluding depreciation and amortization expense), which are key components of our operations. Adjusted Gross Margin differs from gross margin, in that gross margin includes depreciation and amortization expense. We believe Adjusted Gross Margin is important because it focuses on the current operating performance of our operations and excludes the impact of the prior historical costs of the assets acquired or constructed that are utilized in those operations. Depreciation and amortization expense does not accurately reflect the costs required to maintain and replenish the operational usage of our assets and therefore may not portray the costs from current operating activity. Rather, depreciation and amortization expense reflects the systematic allocation of historical property and equipment costs over their estimated useful lives.

Adjusted Gross Margin has certain material limitations associated with its use as compared to gross margin. These limitations are primarily due to the exclusion of depreciation and amortization expense, which is material to our results of operations. Because we use capital assets, depreciation and amortization expense is a necessary element of our costs and our ability to generate revenue. In order to compensate for these limitations, management uses this non-GAAP measure as a supplemental measure to other GAAP results to provide a more complete understanding of our performance. As an indicator of our operating performance, Adjusted Gross Margin should not be considered an alternative to, or more meaningful than, gross margin as determined in accordance with GAAP. Our Adjusted Gross Margin may not be comparable to a similarly titled measure of another company because other entities may not calculate Adjusted Gross Margin in the same manner.

The following table calculates our gross margin, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, and reconciles it to Adjusted Gross Margin:
Three months ended
March 31, 2025June 30, 2025September 30, 2025December 31, 2025March 31, 2026
(in thousands)
Total revenue$41,383 $41,382 $43,401 $46,149 $48,467 
Costs of revenue, exclusive of depreciation(17,127)(17,159)(17,573)(19,919)(18,219)
Depreciation allocable to costs of revenue(8,539)(8,873)(9,151)(9,735)(10,165)
Gross margin15,717 15,350 16,677 16,495 20,083 
Depreciation allocable to costs of revenue8,539 8,873 9,151 9,735 10,165 
Adjusted Gross Margin$24,256 $24,223 $25,828 $26,230 $30,248 


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                Exhibit 99.1




Non-GAAP Financial Measures - Adjusted EBITDA: “Adjusted EBITDA” is a non-GAAP financial measure that we define as net income (loss) before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, as well as an increase in inventory allowance, impairments, retirement of rental equipment, nonrecurring restructuring charges including severance and non-cash equity-classified stock-based compensation expenses. This term, as used and defined by us, may not be comparable to similarly titled measures employed by other companies and is not a measure of performance calculated in accordance with GAAP. Adjusted EBITDA should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for operating income, net income or loss, cash flows provided by operating, investing and financing activities, or other income or cash flow statement data prepared in accordance with GAAP. However, management believes Adjusted EBITDA is useful to an investor in evaluating our operating performance because: (i) it is widely used by investors in the energy industry to measure a company’s operating performance without regard to items excluded from the calculation of Adjusted EBITDA, which can vary substantially from company to company depending upon accounting methods and book value of assets, capital structure and the method by which assets were acquired, among other factors; (ii) it helps investors to more meaningfully evaluate and compare the results of our operations from period to period by removing the impact of our capital structure and asset base from our operating structure; and (iii) it is used by our management for various purposes, including as a measure of operating performance, in presentations to our Board of Directors, and as a basis for strategic planning and forecasting.
Adjusted EBITDA has limitations as an analytical tool, and you should not consider it in isolation, or as a substitute for analysis of our results as reported under GAAP. Some of these limitations are as follows: (i) Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect all our cash expenditures, future requirements for capital expenditures, or contractual commitments; (ii) Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect changes in, or cash requirements for, our working capital needs; (iii) Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect the cash requirements necessary to service interest or principal payments on our debt and finance leases; and (iv) although depreciation and amortization are non-cash charges, the assets being depreciated and amortized will often have to be replaced in the future, and Adjusted EBITDA does not reflect any capital expenditures for such replacements.
The following tables reconciles our net income, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, to Adjusted EBITDA:
Three months ended
March 31, 2025June 30, 2025September 30, 2025December 31, 2025March 31, 2026
(in thousands)
Net income$4,854 $5,188 $5,784 $4,102 $6,763 
Interest expense3,170 3,243 3,414 3,738 4,028 
Interest income— — — (2,444)— 
Income tax expense1,482 1,597 1,779 1,745 2,156 
Depreciation and amortization8,636 8,969 9,249 9,802 10,325 
Impairments— — — 2,600 — 
Inventory allowance61 — — 1,053 — 
Retirement of rental equipment728 — — — 412 
Severance and restructuring charges— 89 — — — 
Stock-based compensation359 579 612 576 579 
Adjusted EBITDA$19,290 $19,665 $20,838 $21,172 $24,263 

Conference Call Details: The Company will host a conference call to review its third-quarter results on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. (EST), 7:30 a.m. (CST). To join the conference call, kindly access the Investor Relations section of our website at www.ngsgi.com or dial in at (800) 550-9745 and enter conference ID 167298 at least five minutes prior to the scheduled start time. Please note that using the provided dial-in number is necessary for participation in the Q&A section of the call. A recording of the conference will be made available on our Company's website following its conclusion. Thank you for your interest in our Company's updates.
 
About Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. (NGS): Natural Gas Services Group is a leading provider of natural gas and electric compression equipment, technology and services to the energy industry. The Company rents, designs, installs, services and maintains natural gas and electric compressors for oil and natural gas production and processing facilities, generally using equipment from third-party fabricators and OEM suppliers along with limited in-house assembly. The Company is headquartered in Southlake, Texas, with administrative offices in Midland, Texas, an assembly facility located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and service facilities located in major oil and natural gas producing basins in the U.S. Additional information can be found at www.ngsgi.com.
 

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                Exhibit 99.1




Forward-Looking Statements
Certain statements herein (and oral statements made regarding the subjects of this release) constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Words such as “could,” “may,” “will,” “might,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “estimate,” “continue,” “predict,” “forecast,” “project,” “plan,” “intend” or similar expressions, or statements regarding intent, belief, or current expectations, are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based upon current estimates and assumptions.
These forward–looking statements rely on a number of assumptions concerning future events and are subject to a number of uncertainties and factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements, many of which are outside the control of the Company. Forward–looking information includes, but is not limited to statements regarding: guidance or estimates related to EBITDA growth, projected capital expenditures; returns on invested capital, fundamentals of the compression industry and related oil and gas industry, valuations, compressor demand assumptions and overall industry outlook, and the ability of the Company to capitalize on any potential opportunities.
While the Company believes that the assumptions concerning future events are reasonable, investors are cautioned that there are inherent difficulties in predicting certain important factors that could impact the future performance or results of its business. Some of these factors that could cause results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:
conditions in the oil and gas industry, including the supply and demand for oil and gas and volatility in the prices of oil and gas;
changes in general economic and financial conditions, inflationary pressures, the potential for economic recession in the U.S., tariffs and trade restrictions, including the imposition of new and higher tariffs on imported goods and retaliatory tariffs implemented by other countries on U.S. goods, and the potential effects on our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows;
our reliance on major customers;
failure of projected organic growth due to adverse changes in the oil and gas industry, including depressed oil and gas prices, oppressive environmental regulations and competition;
our inability to achieve increased utilization of assets, including rental fleet utilization and monetizing other non-cash balance sheet assets;
failure of our customers to continue to rent equipment after expiration of the primary rental term;
our ability to economically develop and deploy new technologies and services, including technology to comply with health and environmental laws and regulations;
failure to achieve accretive financial results in connection with any acquisitions we may make;
fluctuations in interest rates;
our ability to make dividends, distributions and share repurchases;
changes in regulation or prohibition of new or current well completion techniques;
competition among the various providers of compression services and products;
changes in safety, health and environmental regulations;
changes in economic or political conditions in the markets in which we operate;
the inherent risks associated with our operations, such as equipment defects, malfunctions, natural disasters and adverse changes in customer, employee and supplier relationships;
our inability to comply with covenants in our debt agreements and the decreased financial flexibility associated with our debt;
inability to finance our future capital requirements and availability of financing;
cybersecurity threats, including increased use of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies;
capacity availability, costs and performance of our outsourced compressor fabrication providers and overall inflationary pressures;
impacts of world events, such as acts of terrorism, the conflicts in Iran, Ukraine, Venezuela and in the greater Middle East, and significant economic disruptions and adverse consequences resulting from possible long-term effects of potential pandemics and other public health crises; and
general economic conditions.

In addition, these forward-looking statements are subject to other various risks and uncertainties, including without limitation those set forth in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025. Thus, actual results could be materially different. The Company expressly disclaims any obligation to update or alter statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

For More Information, Contact:
Glenn Wiener, Investor Relations
(432) 262-2700
IR@ngsgi.com
www.ngsgi.com
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                Exhibit 99.1




 
 NATURAL GAS SERVICES GROUP, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands, except par value)
(unaudited)
March 31,
2026
December 31, 2025
ASSETS
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents$2,311 $— 
Trade accounts receivable, net of provision for credit losses22,950 18,497 
Inventory, net of allowance for obsolescence21,780 20,647 
Income taxes receivable and prepayments1,690 14,056 
Prepaid expenses and other3,352 1,696 
Assets held for sale10,986 2,227 
Total current assets63,069 57,123 
Long-term inventory, net of allowance for obsolescence— — 
Rental equipment, net of accumulated depreciation503,027 498,525 
Property and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation11,994 20,519 
Other assets10,825 10,619 
Total assets$588,915 $586,786 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable$11,486 $14,048 
Accrued liabilities11,848 10,462 
Total current liabilities23,334 24,510 
Long-term debt226,000 230,000 
Deferred income taxes54,653 52,530 
Other long-term liabilities4,394 5,030 
Total liabilities308,381 312,070 
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders’ Equity:
Preferred stock— — 
Common stock, 30,000 shares authorized, par value $0.01; 13,907 and 13,883 shares issued, respectively139 138 
Additional paid-in capital121,261 120,811 
Retained earnings174,138 168,771 
Treasury shares, at cost, 1,310 shares for each of the periods presented, respectively(15,004)(15,004)
Total stockholders’ equity280,534 274,716 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity$588,915 $586,786 

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                Exhibit 99.1




NATURAL GAS SERVICES GROUP, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands, except earnings per share)
(unaudited)
Three months ended
March 31,
20262025
Revenue:
Rental$47,115 $38,910 
Sales491 1,927 
Aftermarket services861 546 
Total revenue48,467 41,383 
Cost of revenues (excluding depreciation and amortization):
Rental17,090 14,840 
Sales624 2,016 
Aftermarket services505 271 
Total cost of revenues (excluding depreciation and amortization)18,219 17,127 
Selling, general and administrative expenses6,508 5,378 
Depreciation and amortization10,325 8,636 
Inventory allowance— 61 
Retirement of rental equipment412 728 
Gain on disposition of assets, net(70)(54)
Total operating costs and expenses35,394 31,876 
Operating income13,073 9,507 
Other income (expense):
Interest expense(4,028)(3,170)
Other income (expense), net(126)(1)
Total other expense, net(4,154)(3,171)
Income before income taxes8,919 6,336 
Provision for income taxes(2,156)(1,482)
Net income$6,763 $4,854 
Earnings per share:
Basic$0.54 $0.39 
Diluted$0.53 $0.38 
Weighted average shares outstanding:
Basic12,584 12,462 
Diluted12,746 12,611 









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                Exhibit 99.1




NATURAL GAS SERVICES GROUP, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
(unaudited)
Three months ended
March 31,
20262025
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net income$6,763 $4,854 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization10,325 8,636 
Inventory allowance— 61 
Retirement of rental equipment412 728 
Gain on the disposition of assets, net(70)(54)
Amortization of debt issuance costs325 212 
Deferred income taxes2,123 1,450 
Stock-based compensation579 359 
Provision for credit losses88 208 
(Gain) loss on company owned life insurance125 17 
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Trade accounts receivables(4,541)
Inventory(1,133)647 
Prepaid expenses, income taxes receivable and prepayments10,710 64 
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities(1,380)4,617 
Other(1,291)(535)
NET CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES23,035 21,267 
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Purchase of rental equipment, property and other equipment(15,247)(19,256)
Proceeds from disposition of assets, net37 — 
NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES(15,210)(19,256)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Proceeds from credit facility borrowings9,000 6,000 
Repayments of credit facility borrowings(13,000)(8,000)
Payments of debt issuance costs(1)— 
Proceeds from exercise of stock options67 — 
Payment of dividends(1,385)— 
Taxes paid related to net share settlement of equity awards(195)(6)
NET CASH PROVIDED BY FINANCING ACTIVITIES(5,514)(2,006)
NET CHANGE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS2,311 
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD— 2,142 
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD$2,311 $2,147 
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
Interest paid$3,653 $2,936 
Income taxes paid, net of refunds received$(10,196)$16 
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES OF NON-CASH TRANSACTIONS:
Transfer of property and equipment to assets held for sale$8,759 $— 
Accrued purchases of property and equipment$228 $524 
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FAQ

How did Natural Gas Services Group (NGS) perform in Q1 2026?

Natural Gas Services Group delivered higher revenue and earnings in Q1 2026. Total revenue rose to $48.5 million, up 17.1% year over year, while net income increased to $6.8 million, or $0.53 per diluted share, driven mainly by strong rental revenue growth.

What were the key drivers of NGS’s revenue growth in the first quarter of 2026?

Revenue growth was primarily driven by rental operations. Rental revenue reached $47.1 million, a 21.1% year-over-year increase and a 6.3% sequential gain, supported by contracted fleet expansion, strong pricing across the fleet, and higher horsepower utilization compared with the prior-year period.

How did NGS’s Adjusted EBITDA and margins trend in Q1 2026?

Adjusted EBITDA increased to $24.3 million, up 25.8% from Q1 2025. Total gross margin rose to $20.1 million, while Adjusted Gross Margin climbed to $30.2 million, reflecting higher rental revenue, stronger rental adjusted gross margin, and improved horsepower utilization across the fleet.

What guidance did Natural Gas Services Group provide for full-year 2026?

For 2026, NGS now expects Adjusted EBITDA between $92.5 million and $97.5 million, above prior guidance. It continues to project growth capital expenditures of $55.0–$70.0 million and maintenance capital expenditures of $15.0–$18.0 million, focused on large horsepower compression investments.

Did NGS change its dividend, and what is the new amount?

NGS increased its quarterly cash dividend starting in the second quarter of 2026. The dividend will rise from $0.11 to $0.15 per share of common stock, a 36% increase, reflecting management’s stated confidence in the company’s cash generation and long-term outlook.

What is NGS’s leverage and debt position as of March 31, 2026?

As of March 31, 2026, NGS had $226.0 million of outstanding debt on its revolving credit facility. The company reported a leverage ratio of 2.33x and a fixed charge coverage ratio of 3.32x, and confirmed compliance with all terms and covenants under its credit agreement.

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