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Can Flotek's ProFrac Deal Power a High-Margin Growth Engine?
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Flotek Industries (FTK - Free Report) is making a big move to expand its Data Analytics Services (DAS) segment — and its latest acquisition is key to that plan. In April 2025, FTK purchased 30 mobile gas monitoring and dual-fuel optimization units from ProFrac Holding Corp. (ACDC - Free Report) for $105 million.
Flotek’s Strategic Bet
More than buying equipment, the transaction is seen as a strategic bet on building recurring, high-margin revenues from real-time gas analytics and remote power solutions. These units help generate electricity on-site, especially in remote areas, by optimizing fuel quality and reducing emissions. Twenty-two of the acquired assets are already deployed under a six-year lease with ProFrac, projected to generate $14 million in EBITDA in 2025. Once all 30 units are up and running, FTK estimates that annual lease revenues could reach $27.4 million in 2026 — almost double the DAS segment’s revenues in 2024. Importantly, the deal was structured to preserve cash by using a combination of equity, promissory notes, and shortfall penalty offsets.
Flotek’s latest move strengthens its partnership with ProFrac and positions the company to tap into the growing off-grid energy market. It also marks a step forward in making Flotek a serious contender in gas analytics and on-site power management — key areas as industries push to cut flaring and boost fuel efficiency.
Peer Check: How Does Flotek Stack Up?
While larger rival ChampionX (CHX - Free Report) has expanded its digital offerings through production optimization tools, it is yet to adopt a lease-based model for its analytics technology. ChampionX’s digital revenues remain modest, and its greater reliance on short-cycle markets adds volatility.
In contrast to ChampionX, Flotek’s hybrid approach — pairing its own hardware with built-in analytics and long-term leases — sets it apart in a space where many still depend on one-time sales. It’s unclear if this advantage will lead to steady profits, but the company now has a clear strategy in place.
FTK’s Price Performance, Valuation and Estimates
Shares of Flotek Industries have gained around 54% year to date.
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From a valuation standpoint, FTK trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 24.98, compared to the subindustry’s 12.19. Flotek carries a Value Score of D.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Flotek Industries’ 2025 earnings implies a 56% improvement year over year.
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The stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).
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Can Flotek's ProFrac Deal Power a High-Margin Growth Engine?
Flotek Industries (FTK - Free Report) is making a big move to expand its Data Analytics Services (DAS) segment — and its latest acquisition is key to that plan. In April 2025, FTK purchased 30 mobile gas monitoring and dual-fuel optimization units from ProFrac Holding Corp. (ACDC - Free Report) for $105 million.
Flotek’s Strategic Bet
More than buying equipment, the transaction is seen as a strategic bet on building recurring, high-margin revenues from real-time gas analytics and remote power solutions. These units help generate electricity on-site, especially in remote areas, by optimizing fuel quality and reducing emissions. Twenty-two of the acquired assets are already deployed under a six-year lease with ProFrac, projected to generate $14 million in EBITDA in 2025. Once all 30 units are up and running, FTK estimates that annual lease revenues could reach $27.4 million in 2026 — almost double the DAS segment’s revenues in 2024. Importantly, the deal was structured to preserve cash by using a combination of equity, promissory notes, and shortfall penalty offsets.
Flotek’s latest move strengthens its partnership with ProFrac and positions the company to tap into the growing off-grid energy market. It also marks a step forward in making Flotek a serious contender in gas analytics and on-site power management — key areas as industries push to cut flaring and boost fuel efficiency.
Peer Check: How Does Flotek Stack Up?
While larger rival ChampionX (CHX - Free Report) has expanded its digital offerings through production optimization tools, it is yet to adopt a lease-based model for its analytics technology. ChampionX’s digital revenues remain modest, and its greater reliance on short-cycle markets adds volatility.
In contrast to ChampionX, Flotek’s hybrid approach — pairing its own hardware with built-in analytics and long-term leases — sets it apart in a space where many still depend on one-time sales. It’s unclear if this advantage will lead to steady profits, but the company now has a clear strategy in place.
FTK’s Price Performance, Valuation and Estimates
Shares of Flotek Industries have gained around 54% year to date.
From a valuation standpoint, FTK trades at a forward price-to-earnings ratio of 24.98, compared to the subindustry’s 12.19. Flotek carries a Value Score of D.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Flotek Industries’ 2025 earnings implies a 56% improvement year over year.
The stock currently carries a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).
You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.