Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsMPLX LP (MPLX)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$37.75
-0.79%
ENERGY · Cap: $82.47B
MPLX
MPLX LP
$58.85
-0.82%
ENERGY · Cap: $61.40B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 398% more annual revenue ($58.47B vs $11.73B). MPLX leads profitability with a 40.0% profit margin vs 10.8%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.55. EPD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 68/100 (B-).
EPD
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
MPLX
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+31.0%
Fair Value
$54.68
Current Price
$37.75
$16.93 discount
Margin of Safety
-29.4%
Fair Value
$45.83
Current Price
$58.85
$13.02 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 60.8% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 29.6% YoY
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Keeps 40 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 36.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 2.8%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 60.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : MPLX
The strongest argument for MPLX centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 40.0% and operating margin at 36.1%.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : MPLX
The primary concerns for MPLX are Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 1.86 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a growth stock while MPLX is a declining play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.48 — expect wider price swings.
EPD is growing revenue faster at 60.8% — sustainability is the question.
Monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory changes.
Bottom Line
EPD scores higher overall (68/100 vs 52/100) and 60.8% revenue growth. 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.
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.
MPLX LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
MPLX LP owns and operates energy infrastructure and midstream logistics assets primarily in the United States.
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