Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsHess Midstream Partners LP (HESM)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$39.00
+1.58%
ENERGY · Cap: $81.20B
HESM
Hess Midstream Partners LP
$39.75
-1.02%
ENERGY · Cap: $8.37B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 3144% more annual revenue ($52.60B vs $1.62B). HESM leads profitability with a 21.8% profit margin vs 11.1%. HESM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.57. HESM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 62/100 (C+).
EPD
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
HESM
Buy62
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-40.0%
Fair Value
$25.32
Current Price
$38.99
$13.67 premium
Margin of Safety
+40.9%
Fair Value
$61.55
Current Price
$39.75
$21.80 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 62.3%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
1.7% earnings growth
Revenue declined 2.9%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Trading at 9.1x book value
2.1% revenue growth
ROE of 1.5% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : HESM
The strongest argument for HESM centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 21.8% and operating margin at 62.3%.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : HESM
The primary concerns for HESM are PEG Ratio, Price/Book, Revenue Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while HESM is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
HESM carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
HESM is growing revenue faster at 2.1% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
HESM scores higher overall (62/100 vs 50/100), backed by strong 21.8% margins. 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.
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.
Hess Midstream Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Hess Midstream LP owns, develops, operates and acquires midstream assets. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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