Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsMarine Petroleum Trust (MARPS)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$19.14
-0.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $66.09B
MARPS
Marine Petroleum Trust
$5.12
-3.40%
ENERGY · Cap: $10.32M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 8014141% more annual revenue ($85.54B vs $1.07M). MARPS leads profitability with a 69.0% profit margin vs 5.2%. MARPS trades at a lower P/E of 14.3x. ET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 63/100 (C+).
ET
Buy63
out of 100
Grade: C+
MARPS
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
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
+69.6%
Fair Value
$16.85
Current Price
$5.12
$11.73 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
Every $100 of equity generates 78 in profit
Keeps 69 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 71.5%
Revenue surging 61.7% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 136.4% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Earnings declined 15.2%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Trading at 10.0x book value
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
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 : MARPS
The strongest argument for MARPS centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 69.0% and operating margin at 71.5%. Revenue growth of 61.7% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MARPS
The primary concerns for MARPS are Price/Book, Market Cap.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
MARPS is growing revenue faster at 61.7% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
ET scores higher overall (63/100 vs 59/100) and 29.6% revenue growth. MARPS offers better value entry with a 69.6% 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.
Marine Petroleum Trust
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Marine Petroleum Trust, together with its subsidiary, Marine Petroleum Corporation, is a royalty trust in the United States. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
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