Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsKinder Morgan Inc (KMI)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$38.50
-0.44%
ENERGY · Cap: $83.60B
KMI
Kinder Morgan Inc
$32.47
-0.18%
ENERGY · Cap: $72.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 194% more annual revenue ($51.56B vs $17.52B). KMI leads profitability with a 18.9% profit margin vs 11.5%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. KMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
EPD
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
KMI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.6%
Fair Value
$56.78
Current Price
$38.50
$18.28 discount
Margin of Safety
-29.4%
Fair Value
$24.31
Current Price
$32.47
$8.16 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.2B in free cash flow
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Earnings expanding 36.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : KMI
The strongest argument for KMI centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 29.9%. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : KMI
The primary concerns for KMI are PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while KMI is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KMI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
KMI is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — sustainability is the question.
EPD generates stronger free cash flow (1.2B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KMI scores higher overall (64/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins and 13.8% revenue growth. EPD offers better value entry with a 37.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Enterprise Products Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Enterprise Products Partners LP provides midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL), crude oil, petrochemicals, and refined products. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Kinder Morgan Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Kinder Morgan, Inc. is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. The company specializes in owning and controlling oil and gas pipelines and terminals.
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