Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsKinetik Holdings Inc (KNTK)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$19.14
-0.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $66.09B
KNTK
Kinetik Holdings Inc
$47.21
+0.94%
ENERGY · Cap: $3.02B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 4748% more annual revenue ($85.54B vs $1.76B). KNTK leads profitability with a 29.8% profit margin vs 5.2%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.64. KNTK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 74/100 (B).
ET
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
KNTK
Strong Buy74
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-121.3%
Fair Value
$8.23
Current Price
$19.14
$10.91 premium
Margin of Safety
+66.0%
Fair Value
$123.08
Current Price
$47.21
$75.87 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 29.6% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 485.8% YoY
Keeps 30 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Earnings declined 15.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Market Cap, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. Revenue growth of 29.6% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.64 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KNTK
The strongest argument for KNTK centers on EPS Growth, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 29.8% and operating margin at 16.2%. Revenue growth of 11.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : KNTK
The primary concerns for KNTK are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a growth stock while KNTK is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
KNTK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 29.6% — sustainability is the question.
KNTK generates stronger free cash flow (29M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KNTK scores higher overall (74/100 vs 63/100), backed by strong 29.8% margins and 11.6% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong 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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