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Energy Transfer Partners L.P (ETP)
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04/22/2025: ETP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 4.84% | Avg. Invested days 46 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/22/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size ETF | Market Capitalization 0 USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 26.26 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 26.26 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) - | Beta - | 52 Weeks Range 16.05 - 17.84 | Updated Date 04/26/2020 |
52 Weeks Range 16.05 - 17.84 | Updated Date 04/26/2020 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 10.38% | Basic EPS (TTM) -1.77 |
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Upturn AI SWOT
Energy Transfer Partners L.P
Company Overview
History and Background
Energy Transfer Partners L.P. was founded in 1996. It grew through acquisitions and organic projects to become one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in the US.
Core Business Areas
- Intrastate Transportation and Storage: Transports natural gas to various markets within Texas.
- Interstate Transportation and Storage: Transports natural gas across state lines.
- Midstream: Gathers, processes, and treats natural gas; also engages in natural gas liquids (NGLs) activities.
- Crude Oil Transportation and Services: Transports crude oil through pipelines.
- Refined Products Transportation and Services: Transports and stores refined products.
- NGL and Refined Products Marketing: Markets NGLs and refined products.
- Investment Holdings: Includes Sunoco LP (SUN) and USA Compression Partners, LP (USAC) and other investments.
- Renewables: Includes renewable energy investments such as solar and wind
Leadership and Structure
Energy Transfer Partners is led by Executive Chairman Kelcy Warren. The structure is complex, involving multiple subsidiary partnerships.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Natural Gas Transportation: Transportation of natural gas across various pipelines. Market share data is variable and depends on specific regions and pipeline systems. Competitors include Kinder Morgan (KMI), Williams Companies (WMB), and Enbridge (ENB).
- Crude Oil Transportation: Movement of crude oil through pipelines. Competitors include Plains All American Pipeline (PAA), Enterprise Products Partners (EPD), and Magellan Midstream Partners (MMP).
- Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs) Transportation: Transportation of NGLs. Market share data is variable and depends on specific regions. Competitors include Enterprise Products Partners (EPD) and Phillips 66 Partners (PSXP - formerly).
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The energy infrastructure industry is undergoing significant transformation due to the energy transition, with growing emphasis on renewables and reducing carbon footprint. Demand for natural gas remains robust but is facing increasing scrutiny for its environmental impact.
Positioning
Energy Transfer Partners L.P. is a major player in the midstream energy sector with a geographically diverse asset base. Its size and scale provide competitive advantages. It has exposure to multiple business lines.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for midstream energy infrastructure is in the hundreds of billions of dollars globally. Energy Transfer Partners L.P. captures a portion of this TAM through its pipeline networks and processing facilities.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large, diversified asset base
- Strategic locations
- Significant transportation capacity
- Integrated operations
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Environmental and safety concerns
- Regulatory risks
- Complex partnership structure
Opportunities
- Expansion into renewable energy
- Increased demand for natural gas exports
- Infrastructure upgrades
- Acquisition of smaller players
Threats
- Environmental regulations
- Shifting energy policies
- Competition from other midstream companies
- Economic downturns impacting energy demand
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- KMI
- WMB
- EPD
- MPLX
- TRGP
Competitive Landscape
Energy Transfer Partners L.P. operates in a highly competitive market with several large players. Its diversified asset base and strategic locations provide some advantages. Debt load is a concern relative to some competitors.
Major Acquisitions
Enable Midstream Partners
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 7200
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Energy Transfer's natural gas and NGLs footprint.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth has been achieved primarily through acquisitions and the expansion of existing infrastructure.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on factors such as energy demand, regulatory approvals, and the company's ability to secure new projects.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives not available.
Summary
Energy Transfer Partners is a major player in the midstream energy sector, possessing significant infrastructure and a diverse asset base. Its high debt and regulatory scrutiny present challenges. The company is positioned to benefit from continued natural gas demand but must navigate the energy transition. Future growth depends on strategic investments and infrastructure upgrades. The company remains vulnerable to environmental regulation and market fluctuations.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Company filings, Industry reports, Market analysis
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investment decisions should be made based on thorough research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor. Market share data is approximate and based on publicly available information, which may have limitations.
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About Energy Transfer Partners L.P
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date - | CEO - | ||
Sector Other | Industry Other | Full time employees 8494 | Website www.energytransfer.com |
Full time employees 8494 | Website www.energytransfer.com | ||
Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. engages in the natural gas midstream, and intrastate transportation and storage businesses in the United States. The company's Intrastate Transportation and Storage segment transports natural gas from various natural gas producing areas through connections with other pipeline systems, as well as through its ET Fuel System and HPL System. This segment owns and operates approximately 7,900 miles of natural gas transportation pipelines and three natural gas storage facilities in Texas. Its Interstate Transportation and Storage segment provides natural gas transportation and storage services; owns and operates approximately 11,800 miles of interstate natural gas pipelines; and has interests in various natural gas pipelines. The company's Midstream segment gathers, compresses, treats, blends, processes, and markets natural gas. It owns and operates natural gas and natural gas liquids (NGL) gathering pipelines, natural gas processing plants, natural gas treating facilities, and natural gas conditioning facilities. The company's NGL and Refined Products Transportation and Services segment transports mixed NGLs and other hydrocarbons; stores mixed NGLs, NGL products, and petrochemical products; and separates mixed NGL streams into purity products. This segment owns and operates various NGL pipelines, NGL and propane fractionation facilities, and NGL storage facilities. Its Crude Oil Transportation and Services segment engages in the transportation, terminalling, and acquisition and marketing of crude oil; and operates crude oil trunk and gathering pipelines. The company's All Other segment engages in the natural gas compression equipment business; provides natural gas compression equipment and compression services; manages coal and natural resources property, sells standing timber, and leases coal-related infrastructure facilities; and generates electrical power. Energy Transfer Partners, L.P. was founded in 1995 and is based in Dallas, Texas.
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