GET DAILY SIGNALSFlotek (FTK) Q3 2026 Results Highlight +104% Revenue Growth and Raised Guidance
Key Takeaways
- Flotek reported third quarter 2026 total revenue of $114.4 million, up 104% year over year and its highest quarterly revenue level in twelve years.
- Diluted earnings per share (EPS, or profit allocated to each outstanding share) came in at $0.34, well above the consensus estimate of about $0.21.
- Revenue of $114.35 million exceeded the analyst consensus of roughly $92.79 million, driven by strong growth in both the Data Analytics and Chemistry Technologies segments.
- The company raised its full-year 2026 guidance to $382–$390 million in revenue and $59–$62 million in Adjusted EBITDA.
- Adjusted EBITDA (a profitability measure that strips out interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) reached $19.5 million, an 87% increase from the prior-year quarter.
The Bigger Picture Behind These Results
Flotek Industries, a Houston-based technology company that pairs real-time data analytics with advanced chemistry for energy and industrial customers, continues its shift toward higher-margin, recurring data services. This third-quarter 2026 report serves as an important checkpoint for that transition. From what I see, investors are evaluating whether the Data Analytics segment can sustain its rapid expansion while the Chemistry segment navigates uneven North American oilfield activity. The results also matter because Flotek’s long-term supply relationship with ProFrac Services remains a major revenue driver, and international chemistry growth in the Middle East is emerging as a notable swing factor for the top line. I also checked this using Tickeron’s AI Screener to compare the stock against peers in the sector.
What the Numbers Actually Show
Flotek reported total revenues of $114.4 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, a 104% increase from $56.0 million in the same period a year earlier. Both the Chemistry Technologies and Data Analytics segments grew 104% year over year. International Chemistry revenue totaled $28.4 million, up sharply from $2.2 million in the prior-year quarter, reflecting ongoing work in the Middle East.
Gross profit rose 54% to $27.4 million, though gross margin declined to 24% of revenue from 32% a year ago, primarily because of a $7.8 million reduction in revenue tied to minimum purchase requirements under the company’s supply agreement with ProFrac Services. Selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) expense was $8.5 million, or 7% of revenue.
Net income was $13.3 million, or $0.34 per diluted share, compared with $20.4 million, or $0.53 per diluted share, a year earlier. The year-ago figure benefited from a $12.6 million non-cash tax benefit, which makes the year-over-year decline less meaningful on an operating basis. Adjusted EBITDA reached $19.5 million, up 87% from $10.4 million. Results comfortably beat analyst expectations, with EPS of $0.34 surpassing the roughly $0.21 consensus and revenue exceeding the approximately $92.79 million estimate. One thing that stands out is how consistently these beats have aligned with the company’s data-driven pivot.
How the Market Reacted
Heading into the report, investor sentiment was constructive, supported by Flotek’s track record of consecutive quarterly growth in revenue, net income, and Adjusted EBITDA during 2026. The strong beat on both the top and bottom lines, combined with a second guidance increase this year, reinforced confidence in the company’s data-driven strategy. FTK shares closed at $24.84 ahead of the release, and the results gave investors fresh evidence that the Data Analytics segment—now a leading contributor to gross profit despite a smaller share of revenue—is becoming the primary engine of profitability. Key sentiment drivers include the expanding power services opportunity, growing international chemistry sales, and the recent term loan aimed at funding the Data Analytics capital plan.
Looking Ahead: What to Watch
Following the third quarter report, Flotek raised its 2026 guidance to $382–$390 million in total revenue and $59–$62 million in Adjusted EBITDA, up from a prior range of $360–$370 million and $50–$54 million. Investors will be watching whether the fourth quarter can sustain the momentum needed to hit the upper end of that range.
A central area to monitor is the Data Analytics capital investment plan. The company expects 2027 capital expenditures of $15 million to $20 million, funded in part by the term loan closed in September, to expand its inventory of proprietary measurement instruments, grow its fleet of gas conditioning and distribution equipment, and enhance manufacturing capacity. Management has signaled ambitions to extend its real-time measurement technologies beyond oil and gas, including behind-the-meter power generation and other industrial and infrastructure applications.
Other factors to watch include the pace of international chemistry growth in the Middle East, the contribution from the ProFrac related-party supply agreement, and margin trends as Data Analytics becomes a larger share of revenue. Demand for utility infrastructure and distributed power projects will also be an important catalyst for future quarters. I’m watching this closely as the company scales its data offerings.
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The Stochastic Oscillator for FTK moved out of overbought territory on November 02, 2026. This could be a bearish sign for the stock and investors may want to consider selling or taking a defensive position. A.I.dvisor looked at 59 similar instances where the indicator exited the overbought zone. In 54 of the 59 cases the stock moved lower. This puts the odds of a downward move at 90%.
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on November 02, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on FTK as a result. In 78 of 92 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 85%.
FTK moved below its 50-day moving average on October 07, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for FTK crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on October 13, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In 21 of 21 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 90%.
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where FTK declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 85%.
The Aroon Indicator for FTK entered a downward trend on November 02, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) for FTK just turned positive on October 28, 2026. Looking at past instances where FTK's MACD turned positive, the stock continued to rise in 39 of 47 cases over the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 83%.
Following a +5.93% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where FTK advanced for three days, in 218 of 261 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 84%.
FTK may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 27 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 43 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. FTK’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 44 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 70, placing this stock slightly better than average.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 85 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to worse than average earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 87 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (6.579) is normal, around the industry mean (1.645). P/E Ratio (21.731) is within average values for comparable stocks, (-30.155). FTK's Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (5.730) is slightly higher than the industry average of (1.687). Dividend Yield (0.000) settles around the average of (0.038) among similar stocks. FTK's P/S Ratio (3.682) is slightly higher than the industry average of (1.663).
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