Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsCheniere Energy Inc (LNG)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$37.56
+0.29%
ENERGY · Cap: $80.07B
LNG
Cheniere Energy Inc
$280.89
-0.35%
ENERGY · Cap: $60.46B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 170% more annual revenue ($52.60B vs $19.49B). LNG leads profitability with a 27.4% profit margin vs 11.1%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. LNG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
EPD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
LNG
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.0%
Fair Value
$25.32
Current Price
$37.56
$12.24 premium
Margin of Safety
+80.5%
Fair Value
$1125.07
Current Price
$280.89
$844.18 discount
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Every $100 of equity generates 59 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.8%
Earnings expanding 146.4% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 27 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.7% earnings growth
Revenue declined 2.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : LNG
The strongest argument for LNG centers on P/E Ratio, Return on Equity, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 27.4% and operating margin at 75.8%. Revenue growth of 12.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : LNG
The primary concerns for LNG are Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity. Debt-to-equity of 3.92 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while LNG is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
LNG is growing revenue faster at 12.3% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
LNG scores higher overall (72/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 27.4% margins and 12.3% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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.
Cheniere Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Cheniere Energy, Inc., an energy infrastructure company, is involved in business related to liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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