Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsKinetik Holdings Inc (KNTK)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$20.13
-0.97%
ENERGY · Cap: $69.96B
KNTK
Kinetik Holdings Inc
$49.18
-1.97%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.45B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 5231% more annual revenue ($92.29B vs $1.73B). KNTK leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 4.7%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.61. ET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
ET
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
KNTK
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+85.1%
Fair Value
$136.61
Current Price
$20.13
$116.48 discount
Margin of Safety
+58.2%
Fair Value
$100.26
Current Price
$49.18
$51.08 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 32.1% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Generating 1.5B in free cash flow
Earnings expanding 48580.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
4.7% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 3.6%
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 7.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Revenue growth of 32.1% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.61 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KNTK
The strongest argument for KNTK centers on EPS Growth, Debt/Equity, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.0% and operating margin at -0.9%.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 2.06 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KNTK
The primary concerns for KNTK are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a hypergrowth stock while KNTK is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
KNTK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.78 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 32.1% — sustainability is the question.
ET generates stronger free cash flow (1.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ET scores higher overall (62/100 vs 57/100) and 32.1% revenue growth. KNTK offers better value entry with a 58.2% 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.
Energy Transfer LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Energy Transfer LP offers energy related services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
Kinetik Holdings Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Kinetik Holdings Inc. is an intermediate company in the Texas Delaware Basin. The company is headquartered in Midland, Texas.
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