Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsPlains All American Pipeline LP (PAA)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$38.90
-1.09%
ENERGY · Cap: $84.93B
PAA
Plains All American Pipeline LP
$26.10
+1.50%
ENERGY · Cap: $18.32B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 12% more annual revenue ($58.47B vs $52.30B). EPD leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs 5.3%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. EPD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
EPD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
PAA
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.7%
Fair Value
$54.56
Current Price
$38.90
$15.66 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PAA.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 60.8% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.5% YoY
Revenue surging 66.3% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 1077.0% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 25 in profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
5.3% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.8%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 60.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : PAA
The strongest argument for PAA centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 66.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : PAA
The primary concerns for PAA are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a growth stock while PAA is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
PAA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
PAA is growing revenue faster at 66.3% — sustainability is the question.
EPD generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 68/100) and 60.8% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong 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.
Plains All American Pipeline LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Plains All American Pipeline, LP, is engaged in the transportation, completion, storage and collection of crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGL) through pipelines in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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