Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsWestern Midstream Partners LP (WES)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$39.00
+1.58%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.20B
WES
Western Midstream Partners LP
$42.01
-0.54%
ENERGY · Cap: $17.23B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 1268% more annual revenue ($52.60B vs $3.84B). WES leads profitability with a 30.0% profit margin vs 11.1%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.16. WES earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 57/100 (C).
EPD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
WES
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.0%
Fair Value
$25.32
Current Price
$38.99
$13.67 premium
Margin of Safety
-109.5%
Fair Value
$20.26
Current Price
$42.01
$21.75 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 32 in profit
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 28.1%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.7% earnings growth
Revenue declined 2.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 45.2%
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 : WES
The strongest argument for WES centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 30.0% and operating margin at 28.1%. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : WES
The primary concerns for WES are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.22 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while WES is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WES carries more volatility with a beta of 0.71 — expect wider price swings.
WES is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
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Bottom Line
WES scores higher overall (57/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 30.0% margins and 11.1% revenue growth. 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.
Western Midstream Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Western Midstream Partners, LP, acquires, owns, develops and operates midstream assets primarily in the United States.
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