Western Midstream Partners LP (WES) Stock Analysis — PE Ratio, PS Ratio, Intrinsic Value & 2030 Price Target
Western Midstream Partners LP stock (WES) is currently trading at $42.01. Western Midstream Partners LP PE ratio is 14.17. Western Midstream Partners LP PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) is 4.48. Analyst consensus price target for WES is $42.08. WallStSmart rates WES as Hold.
- WES PE ratio analysis and historical PE chart
- WES PS ratio (Price-to-Sales) history and trend
- WES intrinsic value — DCF, Graham Number, EPV models
- WES stock price prediction 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030
- WES fair value vs current price
- WES insider transactions and insider buying
- Is WES undervalued or overvalued?
- Western Midstream Partners LP financial analysis — revenue, earnings, cash flow
- WES Piotroski F-Score and Altman Z-Score
- WES analyst price target and Smart Rating
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WES Intrinsic Value Analysis for Value Investors
Benjamin Graham Formula · Western Midstream Partners LP (WES)
WES trades 110% above its Graham fair value of $20.26, indicating the stock may be overvalued at current levels.
Based on Benjamin Graham Formula. Growth rate capped at 25%. For informational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Smart Analysis
Western Midstream Partners LP (WES) · 10 metrics scored
Smart Score
Category Performance
WallStSmart pulls financial metrics like revenue growth, profit margins, and valuation ratios and scores each one from 0 to 10 based on how strong or weak it is. Those 10 scores are grouped into 4 categories: Growth, Profitability, Valuation, and Quality — which form the 4 axes of the spider chart you see. The categories are then combined into a final score out of 100, but not equally. Growth and Profitability together count for 60% of the total, because a fast-growing profitable business matters more than just a cheap one. That final number maps to a rating (Strong Buy, Buy, Hold, Avoid) and a letter grade, giving you one clear Stock Rating.
Investment Thesis
Strong fundamentals in market cap, return on equity, operating margin. Concerns around peg ratio and eps growth. Fundamentals are solid but monitor weak areas for improvement.
Western Midstream Partners LP (WES) Key Strengths (4)
Every $100 of shareholder equity generates $32 in profit
Keeps $30 of every $100 in revenue as net profit
Large-cap company with substantial market presence
Strong operational efficiency: $28 kept per $100 revenue
Supporting Valuation Data
Western Midstream Partners LP (WES) Areas to Watch (6)
Earnings declining -45.20%, profits shrinking
Very expensive relative to growth, significant premium
Premium valuation at 4.5x annual revenue
Premium pricing at 4.1x book value
Solid revenue growth at 11.10% per year
Moderate institutional interest at 41.88%
Western Midstream Partners LP (WES) Detailed Analysis Report
Overall Assessment
This company scores 57/100 in our Smart Analysis, earning a C grade. Out of 10 metrics analyzed, 4 register as strengths (avg 9.3/10) while 6 fall into concern territory (avg 3.7/10). The category breakdown reveals uneven performance, with some areas requiring attention.
The Bull Case
The strongest argument centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with Return on Equity at 32.20%, Operating Margin at 28.10%, Profit Margin at 30.00%.
The Bear Case
The primary concerns are EPS Growth, PEG Ratio, Price/Sales. Some valuation metrics including PEG Ratio (5.48), Price/Sales (4.48), Price/Book (4.08) suggest expensive pricing. Growth concerns include Revenue Growth at 11.10%, EPS Growth at -45.20%, which may limit upside.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
Three factors to monitor going forward. First, whether EPS Growth improves, as this is the primary drag on the overall score. Second, margin trajectory, with Return on Equity at 32.20% currently healthy but needing to be sustained. Third, growth sustainability, with Revenue Growth at 11.10% needing to reaccelerate.
Risk Considerations
Based on the metric profile, this is a moderate-to-high risk investment. There are more areas of concern than strength, warranting a more conservative position size. Investors should size positions according to their risk tolerance and maintain diversification.
Bottom Line
Mixed fundamentals with both positives (Return on Equity, Profit Margin) and negatives (EPS Growth, PEG Ratio). A cautious approach is warranted. Monitor for improvement in weak areas before increasing conviction.
Disclaimer: Smart Analysis is a scoring system developed by WallStSmart Team. Scores update daily using multi-model valuation framework. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
WES Price-to-Sales(PS) Ratio Chart
Historical valuation based on market cap ÷ trailing 12-month revenue
WES's Price-to-Sales ratio of 4.48x sits near its historical average of 4.97x (66th percentile), suggesting the market is pricing in steady-state growth. The current valuation is 64% below its historical high of 12.29x set in Jun 2014, and 730% above its historical low of 0.54x in Mar 2020.
WallStSmart Analysis Synopsis
Data-driven financial summary for Western Midstream Partners LP (WES) · ENERGY › OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM
The Big Picture
Western Midstream Partners LP is a mature, profitable business with steady cash generation. Revenue reached 3.8B with 11% growth year-over-year. Profit margins are strong at 30.0%, reflecting pricing power and operational efficiency.
Key Findings
ROE of 3220.0% means the company generates strong returns on shareholder equity. Above 20% is considered top-tier.
Profit margin of 30.0% and operating margin of 28.1% demonstrate strong pricing power and operational efficiency.
Earnings fell 45% YoY while revenue grew 11%. This gap usually reflects one-time items (tax benefits, write-offs) in the prior period, not an operational decline.
Debt-to-equity ratio of 2.22 is elevated. High leverage amplifies both gains and losses and increases financial risk.
What to Watch Next
Dividend sustainability with a current yield of 8.7%. Watch payout ratio and free cash flow coverage.
Debt management: total debt of 8.9B is significantly higher than cash (819M). Monitor refinancing risk.
Sector dynamics: monitor OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM industry trends, competitive moves, and regulatory changes that could impact Western Midstream Partners LP.
Bottom Line
Western Midstream Partners LP is a well-established business delivering consistent profitability with 30.0% margins. The growth phase may be slowing, but strong cash generation and operational efficiency make it suitable for investors seeking reliability over excitement.
This synopsis is generated from publicly available financial data. It is not financial advice. Always conduct your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Insider Transactions(93 last 3 months)
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
PHILLIPS, ROBERT G Director | Buy | +1,250 |
| Insider | Type | Shares |
|---|---|---|
OCCIDENTAL, PETROLEUM CORP /DE/ 10% Owner | Sell | -15,307,402 |
Data sourced from SEC Form 4 filings
Last updated: 8:28:21 AM
About Western Midstream Partners LP(WES)
NYSE
ENERGY
OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM
USA
Western Midstream Partners, LP, acquires, owns, develops and operates midstream assets primarily in the United States.