Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI)vsTsakos Energy Navigation Ltd (TEN)
KMI
Kinder Morgan Inc
$33.98
+0.15%
ENERGY · Cap: $75.49B
TEN
Tsakos Energy Navigation Ltd
$38.22
-3.31%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.19B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kinder Morgan Inc generates 2021% more annual revenue ($16.94B vs $798.69M). TEN leads profitability with a 20.2% profit margin vs 18.0%. TEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.53. TEN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
KMI
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
TEN
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.0%
Fair Value
$64.12
Current Price
$33.98
$30.14 discount
Margin of Safety
+81.6%
Fair Value
$147.89
Current Price
$38.22
$109.67 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.3%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 49.3% YoY
Generating 1.6B in free cash flow
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 36.6%
Keeps 20 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
18.0% revenue growth
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.2% earnings growth
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMI
The strongest argument for KMI centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.0% and operating margin at 30.3%. Revenue growth of 13.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TEN
The strongest argument for TEN centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 20.2% and operating margin at 36.6%. Revenue growth of 18.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KMI
The primary concerns for KMI are PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : TEN
The primary concerns for TEN are EPS Growth, Market Cap, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMI profiles as a mature stock while TEN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KMI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.65 — expect wider price swings.
TEN is growing revenue faster at 18.0% — sustainability is the question.
KMI generates stronger free cash flow (1.6B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TEN scores higher overall (72/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 20.2% margins and 18.0% revenue growth. KMI offers better value entry with a 51.0% 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.
Tsakos Energy Navigation Ltd
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Tenneco Inc. designs, manufactures and sells clean air, powertrain and driving performance products and systems for light vehicle, commercial truck, off-road, industrial and aftermarket customers worldwide. The company is headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois.
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