Cheniere Energy Partners LP (CQP)vsEnterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)
CQP
Cheniere Energy Partners LP
$64.47
+0.17%
ENERGY · Cap: $30.59B
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$38.17
-1.99%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.59B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 354% more annual revenue ($51.56B vs $11.37B). CQP leads profitability with a 22.3% profit margin vs 11.5%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. EPD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 54/100 (C-).
CQP
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
EPD
Buy54
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+70.6%
Fair Value
$196.51
Current Price
$64.47
$132.04 discount
Margin of Safety
+22.1%
Fair Value
$48.77
Current Price
$38.17
$10.60 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 86 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 82.4%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 6.7%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CQP
The strongest argument for CQP centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 10.0%. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bear Case : CQP
The primary concerns for CQP are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.84 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CQP profiles as a growth stock while EPD is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
CQP is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
CQP generates stronger free cash flow (879M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPD scores higher overall (54/100 vs 46/100). CQP offers better value entry with a 70.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cheniere Energy Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Cheniere Energy Partners, LP, owns and operates regasification facilities at the Sabine Pass liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal located in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, on the Sabine-Neches waterway. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Enterprise Products Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Enterprise Products Partners LP provides midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL), crude oil, petrochemicals, and refined products. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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