Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI)vsTsakos Energy Navigation Limited (TEN)
KMI
Kinder Morgan Inc
$30.63
-0.59%
ENERGY · Cap: $69.85B
TEN
Tsakos Energy Navigation Limited
$47.17
+1.86%
ENERGY · Cap: $1.57B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Kinder Morgan Inc generates 1771% more annual revenue ($17.96B vs $959.70M). TEN leads profitability with a 33.8% profit margin vs 19.3%. TEN appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.53. TEN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 82/100 (A-).
KMI
Strong Buy68
out of 100
Grade: B-
TEN
Exceptional Buy82
out of 100
Grade: A-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-38.6%
Fair Value
$22.54
Current Price
$30.63
$8.09 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for TEN.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 30.1%
Large-cap with strong market position
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 21.2% YoY
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Keeps 34 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Strong operational efficiency at 41.8%
Revenue surging 54.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 560.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : KMI
The strongest argument for KMI centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 19.3% and operating margin at 30.1%. Revenue growth of 10.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : TEN
The strongest argument for TEN centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 33.8% and operating margin at 41.8%. Revenue growth of 54.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : KMI
The primary concerns for KMI are Debt/Equity, PEG Ratio, Altman Z-Score.
Bear Case : TEN
The primary concerns for TEN are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
KMI profiles as a mature stock while TEN is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
KMI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.55 — expect wider price swings.
TEN is growing revenue faster at 54.4% — sustainability is the question.
KMI generates stronger free cash flow (978M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
TEN scores higher overall (82/100 vs 68/100), backed by strong 33.8% margins and 54.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Exceptional Buy" and "Strong 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.
Kinder Morgan Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Kinder Morgan, Inc. is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. The company specializes in owning and controlling oil and gas pipelines and terminals.
Tsakos Energy Navigation Limited
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Tenneco Inc. designs, manufactures and sells clean air, powertrain and driving performance products and systems for light vehicle, commercial truck, off-road, industrial and aftermarket customers worldwide. The company is headquartered in Lake Forest, Illinois.
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