The share price of Flowco Holdings Inc. (NYSE:FLOCK) increased by 6.85% between February 2 and February 9, 2026, placing it among the The energy stocks that gained the most this week.

Flowco Holdings Inc. (NYSE: FLOC) provides production optimization, artificial lift and methane reduction solutions for the oil and natural gas industry.

Flowco Holdings Inc. (NYSE:FLOC) announced on February 2 that it has reached a definitive agreement to acquire the parent company of Valiant Artificial Lift, significantly expanding the company’s artificial lift capabilities and enabling it to support customers with a broader range of lift technologies throughout the lifecycle of a well. The $200 million deal, structured as $170 million in cash and $30 million in Flowco Class A common stock, is expected to close in March of this year, subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

Joe Bob Edwards, Chairman and CEO of Flowco Holdings Inc. (NYSE:FLOC), stated:

“We are pleased to add Valiant’s strong team and complementary ESP offering to Flowco’s portfolio. Valiant has established itself as a leading independent ESP provider in the Permian through a service-oriented culture that aligns well with ours, supported by proven technology and deep relationships with high-quality operators. By combining Valiant’s ESP capabilities with our existing customer portfolio, we extend Valiant’s ESP capabilities with our portfolio of customers. Produces the life of the well and maintains ongoing involvement as operating conditions evolve, creating additional touchpoints throughout the life of the well. We see significant opportunities to leverage our combined footprint and customer relationships to sell these complementary technologies across both customer bases, supporting continued growth in the Permian, other US basins, and select international markets.

Flowco Holdings Inc. (NYSE: FLOC ) also got a boost on Jan. 30 when the company announced a quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share to all shareholders of record as of Feb. 13, payable on Feb. 25, 2026.

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