Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsViper Energy Ut (VNOM)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$38.47
-1.20%
ENERGY · Cap: $84.93B
VNOM
Viper Energy Ut
$41.72
-1.30%
ENERGY · Cap: $14.99B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 2923% more annual revenue ($58.47B vs $1.93B). EPD leads profitability with a 10.8% profit margin vs 3.0%. VNOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. EPD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
EPD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
VNOM
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.7%
Fair Value
$54.56
Current Price
$38.47
$16.09 discount
Margin of Safety
+72.1%
Fair Value
$157.06
Current Price
$41.72
$115.34 discount
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
Strong operational efficiency at 67.0%
Revenue surging 115.2% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 160.7% YoY
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
ROE of 1.2% — below average capital efficiency
3.0% margin — thin
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 : VNOM
The strongest argument for VNOM centers on Operating Margin, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 115.2% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are Debt/Equity.
Bear Case : VNOM
The primary concerns for VNOM are Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Thin 3.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a growth stock while VNOM is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
VNOM is growing revenue faster at 115.2% — 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 70/100) and 60.8% revenue growth. VNOM offers better value entry with a 72.1% margin of safety. 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.
Viper Energy Ut
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Viper Energy Partners LP owns, acquires and operates oil and natural gas properties in North America. The company is headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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