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Antero Midstream Partners LP(AM)

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1-STAR RATING
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09/28/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AM

09/28/2026: AM (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Antero Midstream Partners LP operates as a midstream energy company providing essential gathering, compression, and water handling services, primarily in the Appalachian Basin. The company benefits from a stable, fee-based contract structure that ensures predictable cash flow, largely supported by its strategic alignment with Antero Resources. Its core strengths include high-density operational assets and a disciplined focus on deleveraging the balance sheet. While it faces risks related to geographic and customer concentration, the company is well-positioned for modest growth as regional production evolves. It generally suits dividend-focused and value-oriented investors seeking stable, infrastructure-backed yields rather than high-growth momentum, and investors should monitor drilling activity and regulatory updates.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company offers moderate growth potential linked to regional production rather than aggressive expansion.
Momentum investorWeak fitThis is a stable, income-oriented infrastructure stock rather than a high-momentum play.
Value investorStrong fitThe valuation is often supported by consistent cash flow generation and dividend yield.
Dividend investorStrong fitReliable cash flows from long-term contracts support a consistent dividend payout.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe fee-based revenue model reduces direct exposure to volatile commodity prices.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowFixed-fee contracts insulate the company from daily commodity price swings.
Valuation riskMediumValuation is sensitive to interest rate environments and yield-seeking demand.
Competition risk (energy infrastructure)MediumRegional competition for gathering volumes can pressure contract renewals.
Business qualityStrongThe high-density Appalachian asset base provides strong operational moats.
Dividend incomeStrongStable cash flows provide high visibility into dividend sustainability.
Execution riskMediumProject completion depends on regulatory approvals and construction efficiency.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -9.49%
Avg. Invested days 38
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AM receives a 4-star rating, supported by strong unit economics, and solid company fundamentals. The rating is constrained by weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AM has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with solid financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, moderate earnings growth (+3.1%) and strong cash generation (FCF margin 61.2%) are partially offset by moderate revenue growth (+7.0%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AM's financial health is supported by strong profitability, including gross margin of 65.3% and operating margin of 51.2%. Liquidity is solid (4 stars), which helps explain the 4-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is AM's strongest growth driver at +28.0% FY2025 versus FY2024 (solid, 4 stars). Revenue growth (+7.0%, moderate) and earnings growth (+3.1%, moderate) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 61.0% and approximately 69.5% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership of 30.63% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 7.82%
Amvescap Plc. 4.54%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 3.86%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 3.12%
State Street Corp 2.44%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AM generates approximately $653 of gross profit, $512 of operating income, and $612 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Strong margins and strong cash conversion support the rating, although capital efficiency remains soft.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 26.77%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AM has a high-quality, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while valuation that is moderately attractive rather than deeply discounted.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Quality TiltLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 9.93B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 25.22
1Y Target Price 24
Price to earnings Ratio 25.22
1Y Target Price 24
Volume (30-day avg) 2.5M shares
Beta 0.63
52 Weeks Range 16.41 - 23.35
Updated Date 09/27/2026
52 Weeks Range 16.41 - 23.35
Updated Date 09/27/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 4.24%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.83

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Gathering & CompressionPipeline transport and compression of gas from Antero Resources wells.Steady fees are earned based on volume throughput rather than gas prices.
Processing & FractionationSeparating NGLs and removing impurities.Value-added services that provide consistent, contract-backed revenue.
Water ServicesFresh water delivery and wastewater handling for fracking.High-margin support services integrated into the drilling lifecycle.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

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Valuation

Trailing PE 25.22
Forward PE 12.92
Enterprise Value 13.76B
Price to Sales(TTM) 7.57
Enterprise Value 13.76B
Price to Sales(TTM) 7.57
Enterprise Value to Revenue 10.48
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.15
Shares Outstanding 474.67M
Shares Floating 329.77M
Shares Outstanding 474.67M
Shares Floating 329.77M
Percent Insiders 30.63
Percent Institutions 60.96

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Financial Metrics

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Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

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🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

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Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

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About Antero Midstream Partners LP

Exchange NYSE
Headquarters Denver, CO, United States
IPO Launch date 2014-11-05
President, CEO & Director Mr. Michael N. Kennedy
Sector Energy
Industry Oil & Gas Midstream
Full time employees 632
Full time employees 632

Antero Midstream Corporation owns, operates, and develops midstream energy assets in the Appalachian Basin. It operates in two segments, Gathering and Processing, and Water Handling. The gathering and processing segment includes a network of gathering pipelines and compressor stations that collect and process natural gas and NGLs from Antero Resources' wells in West Virginia and Ohio. The Water Handling segment delivers water from sources, including the Ohio River, local reservoirs, and various regional waterways; other fluid handling services, which include transfer and disposal; uses water handling systems to transport flowback and produced water; and buried pipelines, surface pipelines, and water storage facilities, as well as pumping stations and blending facilities. Antero Midstream Corporation was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Denver, Colorado.