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Plains GP Holdings LP (PAGP)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: PAGP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
13 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $21.46
1 Year Target Price $21.46
| 6 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 5 | Hold |
| 2 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -6.46% | Avg. Invested days 52 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.33B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 21.46 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 21.46 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 13 | Beta 0.75 | 52 Weeks Range 15.95 - 21.11 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 15.95 - 21.11 | Updated Date 09/16/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 7.80% | Basic EPS (TTM) -0.14 |
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 - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 0.29% | Operating Margin (TTM) 2.62% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.77% | Return on Equity (TTM) 7.11% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 12.39 | Enterprise Value 12106805768 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 |
Enterprise Value 12106805768 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.09 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.25 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 4.58 | Shares Outstanding 197744000 | Shares Floating 192242396 |
Shares Outstanding 197744000 | Shares Floating 192242396 | ||
Percent Insiders 2.69 | Percent Institutions 80.97 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Plains GP Holdings LP
Company Overview
History and Background
Plains GP Holdings, L.P. (PAGP) was formed in 2013 in connection with the simplification transaction between Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. and its general partner. It provides investors with exposure to Plains All American Pipeline, L.P.
Core Business Areas
- Transportation: Focuses on crude oil and NGL pipeline, gathering, and storage assets. Primarily responsible for transporting crude oil and natural gas liquids across North America.
- Facilities: Provides midstream services for crude oil and NGL, including storage, terminaling, and processing. Offer various services like rail loading/unloading, barge docks, truck racks, and blending services.
Leadership and Structure
Plains GP Holdings LP is a holding company. Day-to-day operations are managed by the Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. leadership team. Board of Directors oversees strategic direction and governance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Crude Oil Transportation: Transports crude oil via pipelines across North America. Competitors include Enterprise Products Partners (EPD), Magellan Midstream Partners (MMP), and Enbridge (ENB). Market share data specific to PAGP is embedded within Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. results.
- NGL Transportation and Services: Transports and provides services related to Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs). Competitors include Enterprise Products Partners (EPD), Kinder Morgan (KMI) and ONEOK (OKE). Market share data specific to PAGP is embedded within Plains All American Pipeline, L.P. results.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The midstream oil and gas industry involves transportation, storage, and processing of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. It is impacted by commodity prices, production levels, and infrastructure development.
Positioning
Plains All American Pipeline, L.P., which PAGP provides exposure to, is a major player in the midstream energy sector, particularly in crude oil transportation and storage. Competitive advantages include its extensive pipeline network and strategic asset locations.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for midstream oil and gas infrastructure is estimated in the hundreds of billions of dollars. PAGP, through PAA, is positioned to capture a significant portion of this market due to its extensive asset base and operational expertise.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive pipeline network
- Strategic asset locations
- Strong customer relationships
- Diversified service offerings
Weaknesses
- Exposure to commodity price volatility
- Regulatory risks
- Dependence on Plains All American Pipeline, L.P.'s performance
Opportunities
- Expansion of pipeline infrastructure
- Increased demand for energy transportation and storage
- Acquisitions of complementary assets
- Growth in NGL production
Threats
- Declining crude oil production
- Increased competition
- Changes in government regulations
- Environmental concerns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- EPD
- MMP
- KMI
- OKE
- ENB
Competitive Landscape
PAGP (through PAA) competes with other midstream companies based on pipeline network size, service offerings, and geographic presence. Its advantages include its extensive crude oil pipeline infrastructure.
Major Acquisitions
BridgeTex Pipeline Company, LLC
- Year: 2012
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1075
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded its crude oil pipeline network in the Permian Basin.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: PAGP's historical growth is tied to PAA's expansion and operational efficiency.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on analyst estimates for PAA and the overall midstream energy sector.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include pipeline expansions, acquisitions, and strategic investments by PAA.
Summary
Plains GP Holdings LP's performance is intrinsically tied to Plains All American Pipeline, L.P.. Its strength lies in the extensive pipeline assets of PAA and its strategic locations. Commodity price volatility and regulatory changes pose risks. Expansion and efficiency initiatives are crucial for future growth, and the company must monitor competitive pressures.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Reports
- Financial News Outlets
- Industry Analysis Reports
Disclaimers:
The data and analysis provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is estimated and may vary. Financial performance should be further analyzed through PAA's filings.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Plains GP Holdings LP
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Houston, TX, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2013-10-16 | Chairman & CEO of PAA GP Holdings LLC Mr. Wilfred C.W. Chiang | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Midstream | Full time employees - | Website https://www.plains.com |
Full time employees - | Website https://www.plains.com | ||
Plains GP Holdings, L.P., through its subsidiary, Plains All American Pipeline, L.P., owns and operates midstream infrastructure systems in the United States and Canada. The company operates in two segments, Crude Oil and Natural Gas Liquids (NGLs). It engages in the gathering and transporting crude oil using pipelines, trucks, and barges or railcars, as well as providing terminalling, storage, and other related services. The company is also involved in the natural gas processing and NGL fractionation, storage, transportation, and terminalling activities. PAA GP Holdings LLC operates as a general partner of the company. Plains GP Holdings, L.P. was incorporated in 2013 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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