Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.
NGS
Rank in Stocks
#13634
Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. (NGS) is a U.S.-based company that specializes... Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. (NGS) is a U.S.-based company that specializes in providing natural gas compression solutions and equipment to the energy sector. NGS's activities encompass the full lifecycle of natural gas compressors and associated gear, including their design, manufacturing, rental, and sale. A significant portion of its operations centers on the rental of compression units, which cater to small, medium, and large horsepower requirements, primarily supporting unconventional oil and natural gas extraction. As of December 31, 2021, NGS maintained a substantial rental fleet comprising 2,023 natural gas compression units, collectively generating 418,041 horsepower. Beyond rental, NGS is also involved in the engineering, fabrication, and assembly of compressor components, which are then integrated into full compressor units for either rental or direct sale. The company further designs and manufactures its own range of reciprocating compressor frames, cylinders, and various parts. In addition to compression, NGS extends its expertise to flare stacks. It designs, fabricates, sells, installs, and services flare stacks along with their accompanying ignition and control systems. These systems are crucial for the safe, controlled incineration of various gas compounds β such as hydrogen sulfide, carbon dioxide, natural gas, and liquefied petroleum gases β in both onshore and offshore environments. To complement its product offerings, NGS provides comprehensive customer support for its compressor and flare sales, and it also runs an exchange and rebuild program specifically for small horsepower screw compressors. NGS primarily serves a diverse client base within the energy sector, including exploration and production (E&P) companies utilizing compressor units for artificial lift, E&P firms focused on natural gas-weighted production, and various midstream companies. Established in 1998, Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. is headquartered in Midland, Texas.
Share Price
$29.07
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$374.95M
Change (1 day)
5.25%
Change (1 year)
3.12%
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Operating Margin for Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. (NGS)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 23.08%
According to Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 23.08%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 23.47%.
Operating Margin history for Natural Gas Services Group, Inc. from 2001 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 23.08% | -1.66% |
| 2025 | 23.47% | 10.40% |
| 2024 | 21.26% | 146.35% |
| 2023 | 8.63% | 1,592.16% |
| 2022 | 0.51% | -102.98% |
| 2021 | -17.13% | 223.82% |
| 2020 | -5.29% | -7.84% |
| 2019 | -5.74% | -691.75% |
| 2018 | 0.97% | -58.01% |
| 2017 | 2.31% | -80.36% |
| 2016 | 11.76% | -25.52% |
| 2015 | 15.79% | -30.35% |
| 2014 | 22.67% | -8.11% |
| 2013 | 24.67% | 14.37% |
| 2012 | 21.57% | -5.44% |
| 2011 | 22.81% | 8.21% |
| 2010 | 21.08% | -19.54% |
| 2009 | 26.20% | -9.03% |
| 2008 | 28.80% | 12.32% |
| 2007 | 25.64% | 32.57% |
| 2006 | 19.34% | 7.62% |
| 2005 | 17.97% | -26.65% |
| 2004 | 24.50% | 16.78% |
| 2003 | 20.98% | 17.34% |
| 2002 | 17.88% | 30.70% |
| 2001 | 13.68% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12.58% | -99.45% |
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| 12.13% | -99.47% |
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| 18.71% | -99.19% |
LU
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| 12.58% | -99.45% |
US
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| 15.69% | -99.32% |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.'s operating margin
What is Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.'s operating margin?
Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.'s operating margin is 23.08%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.'s operating margin was 23.47%, compared with 21.26% in 2024.
How has Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.'s operating margin was highest in 2025 (23.47%) and lowest in 2021 (-17.13%).
How does Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
Natural Gas Services Group, Inc.'s operating margin (23.08%) is higher than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Tenaris S.A., with 18.71%.