Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI)vsKinetik Holdings Inc (KNTK)
KMI
Kinder Morgan Inc
$31.71
+0.15%
ENERGY · Cap: $69.99B
KNTK
Kinetik Holdings Inc
$45.19
-1.29%
ENERGY · Cap: $7.93B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kinder Morgan Inc generates 912% more annual revenue ($17.52B vs $1.73B). KNTK leads profitability with a 29.0% profit margin vs 18.9%. KMI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 3.81. KMI earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
KMI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
KNTK
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-44.5%
Fair Value
$21.86
Current Price
$31.71
$9.85 premium
Margin of Safety
+58.4%
Fair Value
$100.75
Current Price
$45.19
$55.56 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 29.9%
Earnings expanding 36.0% YoY
Earnings expanding 48580.0% YoY
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Keeps 29 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 7.5%
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMI
The strongest argument for KMI centers on Market Cap, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 29.9%. Revenue growth of 13.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : KMI
The primary concerns for KMI are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : KNTK
The primary concerns for KNTK are Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMI profiles as a mature stock while KNTK is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
KNTK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.79 — expect wider price swings.
KMI is growing revenue faster at 13.8% — sustainability is the question.
KMI generates stronger free cash flow (687M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
KMI scores higher overall (68/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 18.9% margins and 13.8% revenue growth. KNTK offers better value entry with a 58.4% margin of safety. 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.
Kinder Morgan Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Kinder Morgan, Inc. is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. The company specializes in owning and controlling oil and gas pipelines and terminals.
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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