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Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/16/2025: KMI (3-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 16.8% | Avg. Invested days 49 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 59.68B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 23.15 | 1Y Target Price 30.07 |
Price to earnings Ratio 23.15 | 1Y Target Price 30.07 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 13758005 | Beta 0.73 | 52 Weeks Range 17.50 - 31.15 | Updated Date 04/25/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 17.50 - 31.15 | Updated Date 04/25/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 4.35% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.16 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-04-16 | When After Market | Estimate 0.35 | Actual 0.34 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 16.67% | Operating Margin (TTM) 27% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.73% | Return on Equity (TTM) 8.45% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 23.15 | Forward PE 21.01 | Enterprise Value 92544935579 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.85 |
Enterprise Value 92544935579 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.85 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.97 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.84 | Shares Outstanding 2222769920 | Shares Floating 1938066140 |
Shares Outstanding 2222769920 | Shares Floating 1938066140 | ||
Percent Insiders 12.72 | Percent Institutions 67.94 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3.86 | Target Price 30.3 | Buy 3 | Strong Buy 8 |
Buy 3 | Strong Buy 8 | ||
Hold 9 | Sell 1 | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Kinder Morgan Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Kinder Morgan Inc. was founded in 1997 by Richard Kinder and William Morgan. It quickly grew through acquisitions to become one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. Significant milestones include the acquisition of El Paso Corporation in 2012 and a simplification transaction in 2014 to consolidate various entities.
Core Business Areas
- Natural Gas Pipelines: Owns and operates an extensive network of natural gas pipelines, transporting natural gas from producing regions to demand centers.
- Products Pipelines: Transports refined petroleum products, crude oil, and other liquids through pipelines.
- Terminals: Operates terminals that store and handle various commodities, including petroleum products, chemicals, and coal.
- CO2: Produces and transports carbon dioxide (CO2) for enhanced oil recovery.
Leadership and Structure
Steven J. Kean serves as the Chief Executive Officer. The organizational structure is divided into business segments based on the type of assets they operate.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Natural Gas Transportation: Kinder Morgan transports natural gas across a network of pipelines. Market share in North America is significant, estimated around 10-12%. Competitors include Enbridge, TC Energy, and Williams Companies.
- Products Pipeline: Kinder Morgan's market share data isn't available, but it is a large player in transporting various liquid products. Competitors include Enterprise Products Partners, Plains All American Pipeline.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The energy infrastructure industry is characterized by high barriers to entry, long-term contracts, and stable cash flows. Demand for natural gas is expected to grow, driven by its role in power generation and as a transition fuel. Products pipeline depend on usage of petroleum products.
Positioning
Kinder Morgan is a major player in the North American energy infrastructure market. Its competitive advantages include its scale, geographic footprint, and diversified asset base.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for energy infrastructure in North America is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars. Kinder Morgan is well-positioned to capture a share of this market due to its extensive asset base and strategic footprint.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive pipeline network
- Diversified asset base
- Stable cash flows
- Long-term contracts
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
- Regulatory risks
- Dependence on fossil fuels
- Project delays
Opportunities
- Growth in natural gas demand
- Expansion of renewable energy infrastructure
- Acquisitions of smaller companies
- Investments in new technologies
- Increased exports of LNG
Threats
- Declining demand for fossil fuels
- Increased competition
- Environmental regulations
- Cybersecurity threats
- Economic downturns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ENB
- TRP
- WMB
- EPD
Competitive Landscape
Kinder Morgan competes with other large energy infrastructure companies. Its advantages include its scale and diversified asset base. Disadvantages include its high debt levels and exposure to regulatory risks.
Major Acquisitions
Stagecoach Gas Services
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 715
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Kinder Morgan's natural gas pipeline network in the Northeast.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Kinder Morgan's growth has been driven by acquisitions and organic expansion of its asset base. Recent growth has been more moderate.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest modest revenue growth in the coming years, driven by increased natural gas demand and new projects.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in renewable energy infrastructure and expansions of existing pipelines.
Summary
Kinder Morgan is a significant player in North American energy infrastructure, characterized by a large asset base and stable cash flows. Its high debt and fossil fuel reliance pose challenges. Growth opportunities exist in renewable energy and natural gas demand. While stable and profitable, the company faces challenges in a changing energy market.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
- Company website
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market data and analyst opinions are subject to change.
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Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Kinder Morgan Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2011-02-11 | CEO & Director Ms. Kimberly Allen Dang | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Midstream | Full time employees 10933 | Website https://www.kindermorgan.com |
Full time employees 10933 | Website https://www.kindermorgan.com |
Kinder Morgan, Inc. operates as an energy infrastructure company primarily in North America. The company operates through Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines, Terminals, and CO2 segments. The Natural Gas Pipelines segment owns and operates interstate and intrastate natural gas pipeline, and storage systems; natural gas gathering systems and natural gas processing and treating facilities; natural gas liquids fractionation facilities and transportation systems; and liquefied natural gas gasification, liquefaction, and storage facilities. The Products Pipelines segment owns and operates refined petroleum products, and crude oil and condensate pipelines; and associated product terminals and petroleum pipeline transmix facilities. The Terminals segment owns and/or operates liquids and bulk terminals that stores and handles various commodities, including gasoline, diesel fuel, renewable fuel and feedstocks, chemicals, ethanol, metals, and petroleum coke; and owns tankers. The CO2 segment produces, transports, and markets CO2 to recovery and production crude oil from mature oil fields; owns interests in/or operates oil fields and gasoline processing plants; and operates a crude oil pipeline system in West Texas, as well as owns and operates RNG and LNG facilities. The company was formerly known as Kinder Morgan Holdco LLC and changed its name to Kinder Morgan, Inc. in February 2011. Kinder Morgan, Inc. was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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