Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsKNOT Offshore Partners LP (KNOP)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$21.14
+0.43%
ENERGY · Cap: $74.20B
KNOP
KNOT Offshore Partners LP
$11.30
+0.44%
ENERGY · Cap: $388.72M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 28475% more annual revenue ($107.38B vs $375.78M). ET leads profitability with a 4.9% profit margin vs 4.0%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.67. ET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
ET
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
KNOP
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Fair Value
$156.76
Current Price
$21.14
$135.62 discount
Margin of Safety
+64.4%
Fair Value
$29.18
Current Price
$11.30
$17.88 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 78.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 85.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
4.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
ROE of 3.0% — below average capital efficiency
4.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 78.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.67 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : KNOP
The strongest argument for KNOP centers on Price/Book.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : KNOP
The primary concerns for KNOP are Market Cap, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 46.9x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a hypergrowth stock while KNOP is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ET carries more volatility with a beta of 0.57 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 78.4% — sustainability is the question.
ET generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ET scores higher overall (72/100 vs 44/100) and 78.4% revenue growth. KNOP offers better value entry with a 64.4% margin of safety. Both earn "Strong 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.
Energy Transfer LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Energy Transfer LP offers energy related services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.
KNOT Offshore Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
KNOT Offshore Partners LP owns and operates tanker vessels under long-term charters in the North Sea and Brazil. The company is headquartered in Aberdeen, the United Kingdom.
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