Blackrock 13F: Adds $29M to Archrock (AROC) Stake

BlackRock has increased its stake in Archrock, Inc. (NYSE:AROC) by 2.5%, according to its latest filing with the SEC. The fund added 697,834 shares during the reporting period, bringing its total holdings to 28,103,162 shares valued at approximately $1.18 billion.

What Changed in BlackRock's Archrock Position

BlackRock's recent move saw its holdings in Archrock grow by 697,834 shares, marking a 2.5% increase. This adjustment brought the total to 28,103,162 shares, with the reported value reaching about $1.18 billion.

Other Institutional Activity in Archrock

Vanguard Portfolio Management LLC opened a new position in Archrock, acquiring 10,937,847 shares valued at $380.6 million. Earnest Partners LLC reduced its stake by 268,509 shares, ending with 9,766,279 shares worth $339.9 million, representing a 2.7% decrease. Invesco Ltd. cut its holdings by 704,351 shares, concluding with 8,014,669 shares valued at $278.9 million, an 8.1% decrease. State Street Corp increased its position by 216,455 shares, ending with 7,235,344 shares worth $251.8 million, a 3.1% increase.

Archrock, Inc. Stock Up 30.1%

Shares of Archrock, Inc. (NYSE:AROC) traded near $41.95 on Sunday. The company has a market cap of $7.35 billion, a P/E ratio of 22.8, and a forward P/E of 17.5. Archrock's stock has a 52-week low of $21.17 and a high of $42.23, with a 50-day moving average of $36.90 and a 200-day moving average of $30.58. The company's current ratio is 1.41, and its quick ratio is 0.86, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 157.4.

Recent Earnings

In its most recent earnings report, Archrock posted revenues of $1.52 billion, reflecting a growth rate of 7.7%. The company's net margin stands at 21.4%, with a return on equity of 22.7%. Archrock's earnings per share (EPS) were reported at $1.84. The next earnings release is scheduled for August 3, 2026.

Dividend

Archrock pays an annual dividend rate of $0.88, yielding 2.1%. The dividend payout ratio is 45.1%.

Insider Buying and Selling at Archrock, Inc.

Several insiders at Archrock have sold shares recently. CEO Bradley Childers sold 25,000 shares on June 25, 2026. Senior Vice President Jason Ingersoll sold 33,000 shares at an average price of $38.19 on May 18, 2026. CFO Doug Aron sold multiple batches of shares, including 35,000 shares at $38.30 on May 18, 2026, and 90,000 shares at $36.74 on May 14, 2026.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 3, 2026, Mizuho maintained its buy rating on Archrock with a price target of $40. Citigroup, on May 13, 2026, also maintained a buy rating, setting a target of $43. The overall analyst consensus is a strong buy, with an average price target of $42.33 based on 9 analyst opinions.

About Archrock, Inc.

Archrock, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, operates as an energy infrastructure company specializing in natural gas compression services. The company designs, owns, and maintains compression equipment for oil and natural gas processors and transporters. Led by CEO Bradley Childers, Archrock employs approximately 1,350 people and operates in the oil and gas equipment and services industry.

Bottom Line

BlackRock's decision to increase its stake in Archrock, Inc. reflects its confidence in the company's future. While insiders have been selling shares, the stock remains attractive to institutional investors. As always, 13F filings are backward-looking and may not represent current positions.