Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsMPLX LP (MPLX)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$37.19
-1.43%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.56B
MPLX
MPLX LP
$54.00
-4.03%
ENERGY · Cap: $57.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 336% more annual revenue ($51.56B vs $11.82B). MPLX leads profitability with a 41.6% profit margin vs 11.5%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.18. MPLX earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 60/100 (C).
EPD
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
MPLX
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+37.5%
Fair Value
$56.69
Current Price
$37.19
$19.50 discount
Margin of Safety
-11.7%
Fair Value
$49.89
Current Price
$54.00
$4.11 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
Every $100 of equity generates 35 in profit
Keeps 42 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 42.9%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.7%
Weak financial health signals
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 : MPLX
The strongest argument for MPLX centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 41.6% and operating margin at 42.9%.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : MPLX
The primary concerns for MPLX are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while MPLX is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
MPLX is growing revenue faster at 7.1% — sustainability is the question.
MPLX generates stronger free cash flow (772M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
MPLX scores higher overall (60/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 41.6% margins. EPD offers better value entry with a 37.5% 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.
MPLX LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
MPLX LP owns and operates energy infrastructure and midstream logistics assets primarily in the United States.
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