Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsPlains GP Holdings LP (PAGP)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$37.50
+0.74%
ENERGY · Cap: $83.83B
PAGP
Plains GP Holdings LP
$24.35
-1.42%
ENERGY · Cap: $5.80B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 14% more annual revenue ($51.56B vs $45.26B). EPD leads profitability with a 11.5% profit margin vs 0.4%. PAGP appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.70. EPD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
EPD
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
PAGP
Buy50
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+30.2%
Fair Value
$56.56
Current Price
$37.50
$19.06 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for PAGP.
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
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Revenue declined 6.7%
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.4% margin — thin
Operating margin of 2.8%
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : PAGP
The strongest argument for PAGP centers on PEG Ratio. PEG of 0.70 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth.
Bear Case : PAGP
The primary concerns for PAGP are P/E Ratio, Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Debt-to-equity of 9.09 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 0.4% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
EPD profiles as a declining stock while PAGP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
EPD carries more volatility with a beta of 0.49 — expect wider price swings.
PAGP is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
EPD generates stronger free cash flow (486M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPD scores higher overall (52/100 vs 50/100). 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.
Plains GP Holdings LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Plains GP Holdings, LP owns and operates midstream power infrastructure in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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