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Kinder Morgan is one of the largest midstream energy firms in North America, with an interest in or an operator on about 82,000 miles in pipelines and 139 storage terminals. The company is active in the transportation, storage, and processing of natural gas, crude oil, refined products, natural gas liquids, and carbon dioxide. The majority of Kinder Morgan's cash flows stem from fee-based contracts for handling, moving, and storing fossil fuel products.

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U.S. natural gas prices are on fire this month, surging by about 50% to reach $3.40 per million British thermal units as of Nov. 21, the highest level <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42113449/natural-gas-prices-spike-to-over-1-year-highs-oil-surges-to-70-as-russia-fires-intercontinental-ballistic-missile-to-ukraine">in over a year.</a>
November is poised to mark the strongest surge in natural gas at the Henry Hub pricing point since July 2022, fueled by heightened geopolitical tensions, unseasonably cold U.S. weather and rising export demand.
For investors, this sharp price rebound has cast a spotlight on natural gas stocks poised to benefit from the renewed momentum in the natural gas markets.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Why Are Natural Gas Prices Spiking?</h1>
The price rally has been driven by a combination of factors:
<ul>
<li>Plunging Temperatures Across the U.S.: After a relatively warmer-than-average start to the winter, the situation has drastically changed over the past few weeks. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasts the first major snowfall of the season for parts of the central and northern Appalachians, with lower elevations in Pennsylvania and New York also bracing for accumulation. This colder weather has pushed demand for heating sharply higher.</li>
<li>Geopolitical Tensions Between Russia and Ukraine: Russia's launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile on Thursday, combined with Ukraine&#8217;s recent use of Western-made missiles to target Russian territory, has added a geopolitical risk premium to natural gas markets.</li>
<li>Supply Concerns in Europe: Austria&#8217;s OMV Group revealed earlier this month that it will stop receiving natural gas volumes from Russia&#8217;s Gazprom, reigniting fears of winter supply shortages in Europe and potentially shifting demand to the U.S. for liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports.</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">7 Natural Gas Stocks Benefiting From The Rally</h1>
As natural gas prices rally, several U.S. energy companies stand to gain from higher commodity prices and increased demand. Here are seven stocks to watch:
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">1. EQT Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EQT#NYSE">EQT</a>)</h4>
EQT is the largest natural gas producer in the U.S., with operations in the Appalachian Basin. The company benefits directly from higher domestic gas prices.
Shares of EQT Corp. are up 30% month-to-date, on track for their strongest performing month since March 2022. 
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">2. ONEOK, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/OKE#NYSE">OKE</a>)</h4>
As a midstream operator, ONEOK processes and transports natural gas, profiting from higher pipeline volumes as demand increases.
Shares of ONEOK Inc. are up 19.6% in November, eyeing their best monthly performance since November 2020. 
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">3. Targa Resources Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRGP#NYSE">TRGP</a>)</h4>
Targa specializes in natural gas gathering and processing, positioning it to benefit from both domestic demand and export growth.
Targa shares have rallied 24% this month, on track to notch the 10th straight positive month and the strongest one in four years.
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">4. Kinder Morgan, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>)</h4>
One of the largest pipeline operators in the U.S., Kinder Morgan&#8217;s infrastructure is critical for natural gas transportation across regions.
Kinder Morgan has seen its stock rally 16% in November, potentially positioned for the best month since November 2020. 
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">5. Antero Resources Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AR#NYSE">AR</a>)</h4>
Focused on natural gas and liquids production, Antero Resources has significant exposure to the Appalachia region, where colder weather is driving demand.
Shares of Antero Resources have soared 32% month-to-date, following a 9.7% drop in October. 
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">6. Cheniere Energy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LNG#NYSE">LNG</a>)</h4>
As the top exporter of liquefied natural gas from the U.S., Cheniere benefits from global demand for natural gas, particularly in Europe.
Cheniere Energy has gained 16% thus far this month. 
<h4 class="wp-block-heading">7. Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WMB#NYSE">WMB</a>)</h4>
Williams operates natural gas infrastructure and transmission pipelines, playing a vital role in connecting supply to end markets.
Shares are up 13.6% in November, following a 14.7% surge in October. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Chart: US Natural Gas Stocks Rallied In November</h1>
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">EIA Natural Gas Outlook: Winter Demand and LNG Exports To Support Prices</h1>
The EIA's latest Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO) is bullish about near-term natural price gains, supported by robust winter demand and growing LNG exports.
With colder-than-expected weather forecasted for the season, the EIA has increased its consumption estimates, particularly in residential and commercial sectors where heating needs dominate. Residential and commercial demand is now expected to average 36 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d), representing a 4% increase from last winter.
In 2025, U.S. marketed natural gas production is projected to grow by 1%, with the Permian Basin leading the way with a 6% increase, followed by a 5% rise in output from the Eagle Ford region. 
The EIA anticipates Henry Hub natural gas prices — as tracked by the United States Natural Gas Fund LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNG#NYSE">UNG</a>) – to climb steadily in early 2025, averaging $2.80 per million British thermal units in the first quarter and $2.90/MMBtu for the entire year. This represents a significant 33% increase compared to the 2024 average of $2.20/MMBtu.
Liquefied natural gas exports are expected to play a critical role in driving demand next year, with exports projected to increase by nearly 2 Bcf/d in 2025. The growth in LNG capacity, coupled with sustained international demand, further strengthens the outlook for higher natural gas prices in the coming year.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Goldman Sachs Natural Gas Outlook: $4.00 Delayed Until 2026</h1>
Goldman Sachs offers a more cautious perspective on natural gas prices, citing delays in the construction and operation of new LNG export facilities across the Americas.
According to analyst Samantha Dart, these delays are expected to soften the trajectory of U.S. natural gas price increases and could hinder Europe's ability to replenish its gas storage levels for the 2025 season.
Goldman Sachs revised its 2025 Henry Hub price forecast downward to $3/MMBtu, from a previous estimate of $3.40/MMBtu.
The bank also pushed its projection for U.S. natural gas prices to hit $4/MMBtu to 2026, postponing it from the fourth quarter of 2025. 
The firm indicates that while slower U.S. LNG export growth might ease domestic price pressures temporarily, it poses challenges for Europe, which will have fewer LNG cargoes at its disposal to fill storage next summer. 
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Whales with a lot of money to spend have taken a noticeably bullish stance on Kinder Morgan.
Looking at options history for Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) we detected 8 trades.
If we consider the specifics of each trade, it is accurate to state that 62% of the investors opened trades with bullish expectations and 37% with bearish.
From the overall spotted trades, 2 are puts, for a total amount of $141,820 and 6, calls, for a total amount of $227,197.
<h3>What's The Price Target?</h3>
Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $28.0 to $30.0 for Kinder Morgan during the past quarter. 
<h3>Volume &amp; Open Interest Trends</h3>
In today's trading context, the average open interest for options of Kinder Morgan stands at 4245.33, with a total volume reaching 11,159.00. The accompanying chart delineates the progression of both call and put option volume and open interest for high-value trades in Kinder Morgan, situated within the strike price corridor from $28.0 to $30.0, throughout the last 30 days.
<h3>Kinder Morgan Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732131074_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Largest Options Trades Observed:</h3>

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<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th>Open Interest</th>
<th>Volume</th>
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<tr>
<td>KMI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$0.95</td>
<td>$0.9</td>
<td>$0.9</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$88.9K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
<td>1.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KMI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/16/26</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$1.99</td>
<td>$2.0</td>
<td>$30.00</td>
<td>$60.0K</td>
<td>8.3K</td>
<td>326</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KMI</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$1.01</td>
<td>$0.97</td>
<td>$1.0</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$52.9K</td>
<td>5.1K</td>
<td>3.0K</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KMI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>12/20/24</td>
<td>$0.72</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$0.69</td>
<td>$28.00</td>
<td>$46.0K</td>
<td>4.7K</td>
<td>827</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>KMI</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>TRADE</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>01/17/25</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>$0.59</td>
<td>$0.6</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$35.1K</td>
<td>4.0K</td>
<td>1.1K</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Kinder Morgan</h3>
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest midstream energy firms in North America, with an interest in or an operator on about 82,000 miles in pipelines and 139 storage terminals. The company is active in the transportation, storage, and processing of natural gas, crude oil, refined products, natural gas liquids, and carbon dioxide. The majority of Kinder Morgan's cash flows stem from fee-based contracts for handling, moving, and storing fossil fuel products.
Following our analysis of the options activities associated with Kinder Morgan, we pivot to a closer look at the company's own performance.
<h3>Kinder Morgan's Current Market Status</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 4,049,944, the KMI's price is down by -0.84%, now at $27.84. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be overbought.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 56 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Expert Opinions on Kinder Morgan</h3>
A total of 4 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $28.25.
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&#x2A; An analyst from UBS persists with their Buy rating on Kinder Morgan, maintaining a target price of $33. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from RBC Capital continues to hold a Sector Perform rating for Kinder Morgan, targeting a price of $26. 
&#x2A; Consistent in their evaluation, an analyst from UBS keeps a Buy rating on Kinder Morgan with a target price of $30. 
&#x2A; Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Barclays continues to hold a Equal-Weight rating for Kinder Morgan, targeting a price of $24. 
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<li>UBS analyst Josh Silverstein maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $192 to $194 on Nov. 4. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 63%.</li>
<li>Truist Securities analyst Neal Dingmann maintained a Hold rating and boosted the price target from $150 to $155 on Nov. 4. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 72%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Kinder Morgan, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 4.14%</li>
<li>Barclays analyst Theresa Chen maintained an Equal-Weight rating and raised the price target from $22 to $24 on Nov. 4. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 81%.</li>
<li>Wells Fargo analyst Michael Blum maintained an Overweight rating and increased the price target from $22 to $27 on Oct. 17. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 67%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Oct. 16, Kinder Morgan reported third-quarter revenue of $3.699 billion, missing the consensus estimate of $3.975 billion, according to Benzinga Pro.</li>
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<li>Truist Securities analyst Neal Dingmann maintained a Buy rating and boosted the price target from $44 to $51 on Nov. 7. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 72%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Nov. 5, Northern Oil &amp; Gas posted better-than-expected quarterly earnings.</li>
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UBS analyst Manav Gupta maintains Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $30 to $33.

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Kinder Morgan's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) short percent of float has risen 13.11% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 45.06 million shares sold short, which is 2.33% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.98 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Kinder Morgan Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1731356134_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Kinder Morgan has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Kinder Morgan's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Kinder Morgan's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.94%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Disclosed in the latest SEC filing, a significant insider purchase on November 6, involves Amy W Chronis, Board Member at Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>).
What Happened: Chronis made a significant move by purchasing 2,241 shares of Kinder Morgan as reported in a Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001506307/000201345824000012//Archives/edgar/data/1506307/000201345824000012/0002013458-24-000012-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. The transaction's total worth stands at $55,789.
The latest update on Thursday morning shows Kinder Morgan shares up by 0.19%, trading at $26.4.
<h3>Get to Know Kinder Morgan Better</h3>
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest midstream energy firms in North America, with an interest in or an operator on about 82,000 miles in pipelines and 139 storage terminals. The company is active in the transportation, storage, and processing of natural gas, crude oil, refined products, natural gas liquids, and carbon dioxide. The majority of Kinder Morgan's cash flows stem from fee-based contracts for handling, moving, and storing fossil fuel products.
<h3>Financial Milestones: Kinder Morgan's Journey</h3>
Revenue Growth: Kinder Morgan's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has faced challenges. As of 30 September, 2024, the company experienced a revenue decline of approximately -5.32%. This indicates a decrease in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Profitability Metrics:
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Gross Margin: Achieving a high gross margin of 56.45%, the company performs well in terms of cost management and profitability within its sector.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Kinder Morgan's EPS reflects a decline, falling below the industry average with a current EPS of 0.28.
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Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 1.05.
Financial Valuation Breakdown:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: Kinder Morgan's current Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio of 23.32 is higher than the industry average, indicating that the stock may be overvalued according to market sentiment.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 3.86 as compared to the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
</li>
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): A high EV/EBITDA ratio of 13.63 positions the company as being more valued compared to industry benchmarks.
</li>
</ul>
Market Capitalization: Positioned above industry average, the company's market capitalization underscores its superiority in size, indicative of a strong market presence.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
Insider transactions shouldn't be used primarily to make an investing decision, however an insider transaction can be an important factor in the investing decision. 
From a legal standpoint, the term "insider" pertains to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities as outlined in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to inform the public of their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
A company insider's new purchase is a indicator of their positive anticipation for a rise in the stock.
While insider sells may not necessarily reflect a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Insider Transaction Codes</h3>
Digging into the details of stock transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their attention to those taking place in the open market, as outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Shares of oil and fossil fuel companies are trading higher following the US presidential election. Investors may be weighing the potential impact of Donald Trump's energy policies on the sector.

Barclays analyst Theresa Chen maintains Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $22 to $24.

Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Kinder Morgan, Raises Price Target to $24

The price of natural gas is expected to remain low for the foreseeable future because of the ramping production. A lot of it is available, and the infrastructure is improving rapidly. Natural gas production is driven by the need to decarbonize and a need to power AI, which also drives demand. <a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stocks/sectors/energy/">Demand for natural gas</a> is the salient point because it has to be gathered, processed, stored, and transported, which is where the profits are. Mid-stream operators are insulated from natural gas price swings. They make their money from demand and volume, with <a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stock-ideas/natural-gas-will-boom-in-2025-and-kinder-morgan-is-the-play/">demand growing steadily</a>&mdash;good news for their revenue, cash flow, and capital returns.&nbsp;
The latest estimates show that natural gas demand growth will run at a 3.5% CAGR over the next 10 years, producing a 35% net increase before the end of this decade and driving business for midstream companies like Kinder Morgan (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/kmi#NYSE">KMI</a>), Williams Companies (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/wmb#NYSE">WMB</a>), and others. The critical detail is that these companies produce robust cash flow and pay it to their investors. The takeaway is that their high yields are safe and reliable, distribution growth supports the price action, and the market for their stock is on fire.&nbsp;
<h3>Kinder Morgan Reports Tepid Q3: Stock Price Breaks Out to Multi-Year High</h3>
Kinder Morgan reported a tepid Q3, with revenue and profits missing the consensus estimates, but the outlook overshadowed the bad news. The company&#39;s comments echo those of others in the industry, citing robust demand from the data center industry that is expected to drive significant and sustained volume growth over the next few years. About 300 data centers are under construction in the U.S., all located within easy reach of natural gas infrastructure and all in need of reliable power with the lowest carbon impact.
Kinder Morgan&#39;s stock price surged following the Q3 release, breaking out to a multi-year high that puts it on track to rise by at least another 20% over the next 12 to 24 months. The move is aided by analysts raising their price targets, lifting the consensus by 10% since summer. Consensus implies fair value near $24.50, but revisions suggest a move to the high-end range is likely, which is another 10% higher.&nbsp;
Analysts will likely continue raising targets because of pipeline asset growth, cash flow growth, free cash flow, and capital return growth, including share repurchases. Kinder Morgan share repurchases benefit shareholders, reducing the average count by 1.7% in the year&#39;s first nine months. <a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stocks/NYSE/KMI/">Regarding the dividend</a>, it yields more than 4.5%.&nbsp;
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<h3>The Williams Companies Says Demand Grows at Unprecedented Pace</h3>
Williams Companies operates a diverse pipeline and gathering and processing portfolio. The highlights from its F2 report include better-than-expected profitability, accelerated debt reduction, and a 6% increase in the dividend. The <a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stocks/NYSE/WMB/dividend/">dividend is worth</a> about 3.6%, with the stock trading near a 10-year high and expected to continue growing along with the business. Business growth is supported by demand <a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stock-ideas/top-3-stocks-to-buy-now-as-energy-sector-hits-buy-zone/">growth and company expansion</a>.
Williams Companies, like Kinder Morgan, is expanding via acquisitions and new projects, many of which are already under construction. Analysts rate this stock as a Moderate Buy and are raising their price targets, lifting the consensus by more than 1300 basis points since the FQ2 release.&nbsp;
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TC Energy Corporation&#39;s (NYSE: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/trp#NYSE">TRP</a>) pipeline assets span North America from Mexico and the Gulf region throughout the U.S. and Canada. Highlights from its FQ2 report include sustained growth, outperformance on top and bottom lines, and robust cash flow.
The story in 2025 will be about organic growth due to expected divestitures. The company is selling off its non-LNG assets to reposition for the future. Regarding the dividend, TRP is the highest-yielding stock on the list, with a payout of nearly 5.8% and shares trading at a 2-year high.&nbsp;
The recent price action is suggestive. The market for TRP stock is in rally mode, advancing by 35% since spring 2024. The move is driven by results and <a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stocks/NYSE/TRP/earnings/">analysts raising their price targets</a>. Activity since summer includes several upgrades to Buy or higher equivalents with price targets indicating a new all-time high is likely.&nbsp;
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On October 23, a recent SEC filing unveiled that C. Park Shaper, Director at Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) made an insider sell.
What Happened: Shaper's recent Form 4 filing with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0001506307/000201345824000008//Archives/edgar/data/1506307/000201345824000008/0002013458-24-000008-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a> on Wednesday unveiled the sale of 900,000 shares of Kinder Morgan. The total transaction value is $22,263,481.
As of Thursday morning, Kinder Morgan shares are up by 0.59%, currently priced at $24.91.
<h3>Discovering Kinder Morgan: A Closer Look</h3>
Kinder Morgan is one of the largest midstream energy firms in North America, with an interest in or an operator on about 82,000 miles in pipelines and 139 storage terminals. The company is active in the transportation, storage, and processing of natural gas, crude oil, refined products, natural gas liquids, and carbon dioxide. The majority of Kinder Morgan's cash flows stem from fee-based contracts for handling, moving, and storing fossil fuel products.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Kinder Morgan's Finances</h3>
Revenue Growth: Kinder Morgan's revenue growth over a period of 3 months has been noteworthy. As of 30 September, 2024, the company achieved a revenue growth rate of approximately 3.56%. This indicates a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Key Profitability Indicators:
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Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 56.45%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Kinder Morgan's EPS reflects a decline, falling below the industry average with a current EPS of 0.28.
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Debt Management: Kinder Morgan's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 1.05, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
Assessing Valuation Metrics:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: The current Price to Earnings ratio of 21.92 is higher than the industry average, indicating the stock is priced at a premium level according to the market sentiment.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: A higher-than-average P/S ratio of 3.63 suggests overvaluation in the eyes of investors, considering sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Kinder Morgan's EV/EBITDA ratio stands at 13.1, surpassing industry benchmarks. This places the company in a position with a higher-than-average market valuation.
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Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
In the complex landscape of investment decisions, investors should approach insider transactions as part of a comprehensive analysis, considering various elements.
From a legal standpoint, the term "insider" pertains to any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities as outlined in Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This encompasses executives in the c-suite and significant hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to inform the public of their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
A company insider's new purchase is a indicator of their positive anticipation for a rise in the stock.
While insider sells may not necessarily reflect a bearish view and can be motivated by various factors.
<h3>Transaction Codes Worth Your Attention</h3>
When it comes to transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> tend to focus on those in the open market, detailed in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 denotes a purchase, while S indicates a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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As of Oct. 23, 2024, two stocks in the energy sector could be flashing a real warning to investors who value momentum as a key criteria in their trading decisions.
The RSI is a momentum indicator, which compares a stock&#8217;s strength on days when prices go up to its strength on days when prices go down. When compared to a stock&#8217;s price action, it can give traders a better sense of how a stock may perform in the short term. An asset is typically considered overbought when the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/rsi">RSI is above 70</a>, according to Benzinga Pro. 
Here's the latest list of major overbought players in this sector.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Centrus Energy Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LEU#NYSE">LEU</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Oct. 17, The U.S. Department of Energy awarded the company&#8217;s subsidiary, American Centrifuge Operating, a contract aimed at expanding domestic commercial production of High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium. The company's stock gained around 86% over the past month and has a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/LEU">52-week high of $104.50</a>.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 76.32&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>LEU Price Action: Shares of Centrus Energy fell 1.2% to close at $93.36 on Tuesday.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Kinder Morgan Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>)</h3>
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<li>On Oct. 16, Kinder Morgan reported third-quarter revenue of $3.699 billion, missing the consensus estimate of $3.975 billion, according to Benzinga Pro. The company reported quarterly earnings of 25 cents per share, missing analyst estimates of 27 cents per share. "The company had a solid third quarter on increased financial contributions from our Natural Gas Pipelines and Terminals business segments, with Adjusted EBITDA up 2% versus the third quarter of 2023. Further, KMI's balance sheet remains very strong, as we ended the quarter with a Net Debt-to-Adjusted EBITDA ratio of 4.1 times," said Kim Dang, CEO of Kinder Morgan. The company's stock gained around 12% over the past month and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/KMI">has a 52-week high</a> of $25.43.</li>
<li>RSI Value: 75.33</li>
<li>KMI Price Action: Shares of Kinder Morgan rose 0.3% to close at $24.81 on Tuesday.</li>
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UBS analyst Manav Gupta maintains Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $25 to $30.

UBS Maintains Buy on Kinder Morgan, Raises Price Target to $30

RBC Capital analyst Elvira Scotto maintains Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) with a Sector Perform and raises the price target from $24 to $26.

RBC Capital Maintains Sector Perform on Kinder Morgan, Raises Price Target to $26

A semiconductor rally pushed the S&amp;P 500 to new all-time highs on Thursday, with strong earnings from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) boosting tech sentiment after a weak report from ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/24/10/41383732/stock-of-the-day-taiwan-semiconductor-breaks-out-as-buyers-push-prices-higher">earlier in the week.</a>
The iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) jumped 2.3%, leading sector gains. NVIDIA Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) hit fresh record highs, reaching $141 per share during the morning session.
The Nasdaq 100 outperformed major indices, while small caps underperformed as the Russell 2000 faced resistance at a key technical level. The Dow briefly touched a record high of 43,289 points before pulling back slightly.
On the macro front, September retail sales exceeded expectations, and jobless claims fell last week, reinforcing views of strong economic resilience. However, this also slightly hit hopes for Fed rate cuts as economists voiced doubts about the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/10/41386234/strong-september-retail-sales-put-feds-next-move-in-doubt-interest-rate-cuts-are-">need for further easing in November.</a>
The U.S. dollar strengthened, with the dollar index (DXY) climbing to levels last seen in early August. The euro fell 0.4% as the European Central Bank cut interest rates amid weak economic data and ongoing disinflation.
Gold prices, tracked by the SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>), rose 0.5%, setting new records despite rising Treasury yields. The 10-year Treasury yield gained 8 basis points to 4.10%, while the iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TLT#NASDAQ">TLT</a>) slid 1.6%, marking its worst session since early August.
Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) eased 0.4%, taking a breather after four consecutive sessions of gains.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Performance In Major U.S. Indices, ETFs</h1>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>20,304.26</td>
<td>0.6%</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>5,865.46</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
<td>43,231.61</td>
<td>0.4%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>2,279.25</td>
<td>-0.3%</td>
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According to <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent101724&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a> data:
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) rose 0.4% to $584.45.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>)&nbsp;inched 0.4% higher to $432.52.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy Invesco QQQ Trust Series (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) soared 0.7% to $494.15.</li>
<li>The iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) fell 0.4% to $226.02.</li>
<li>The Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) outperformed, up 1%. The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLP#NYSE">XLP</a>) lagged, down 0.5%.</li>
</ul>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h1>
<ul>
<li>Semiconductor stocks rallying Thursday on the heels of strong TSM earnings were Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), up 4%; Lattice Semiconductor Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LSCC#NASDAQ">LSCC</a>), up 4%; Micron Technology Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MU#NASDAQ">MU</a>), up 3.6% and Arm Holdings plc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>), up 3.1%.</li>
<li>Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BX#NYSE">BX</a>) soared over 7% to fresh record highs after a strong quarterly report. </li>
<li>Other stocks reacting to company earnings included CSX Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSX#NASDAQ">CSX</a>), down 6%; Kinder Morgan Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>), up 0.1%; Discover Financial Services (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DFS#NYSE">DFS</a>), up 2%; Equifax Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EFX#NYSE">EFX</a>), down 2.5%; Steel Dynamics Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STLD#NASDAQ">STLD</a>), up 6%; Alcoa Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AA#NYSE">AA</a>), down 3%; Marsh &amp; McLennan Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MMC#NYSE">MMC</a>), up 0.1%; Elevance Health Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELV#NYSE">ELV</a>), down 12%; Travelers Companies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TRV#NYSE">TRV</a>), up 8%; Truist Financial Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TFC#NYSE">TFC</a>), down 1.2%; M&amp;T Bank Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MTB#NYSE">MTB</a>), up 5%; Huntington Bancshares Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HBAN#NASDAQ">HBAN</a>), down 1.8% and KeyCorp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KEY#NYSE">KEY</a>), down 1.5%.</li>
<li>Companies slated to report their earnings after the close include Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NFLX#NASDAQ">NFLX</a>), Intuitive Surgical Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ISRG#NASDAQ">ISRG</a>), Crown Holdings Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CCK#NYSE">CCK</a>) and Western Alliance Bancorporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WAL#NYSE">WAL</a>). </li>
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B of A Securities analyst Jean Ann Salisbury reinstates Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) with a Buy and announces $27 price target.

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B of A Securities Reinstates Buy on Kinder Morgan, Announces $27 Price Target

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Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Kinder Morgan, Raises Price Target to $27

Truist Securities analyst Neal Dingmann maintains Kinder Morgan (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $22 to $25.

Truist Securities Maintains Hold on Kinder Morgan, Raises Price Target to $25

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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">DHT Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DHT#NYSE">DHT</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 9.64%</li>
<li>BTIG analyst Gregory Lewis initiated coverage on the stock with a Buy rating and a price target of $16 on Oct. 15. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 74%.</li>
<li>Stifel analyst Benjamin Nolan maintained a Hold rating and raised the price target from $12 to $13 on July 24. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%</li>
<li>Recent News: On Oct 9, DHT Holdings said it estimates third-quarter time charter equivalent earnings for its fleet at $42,400 per day.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Vitesse Energy, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTS#NYSE">VTS</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 8.35%</li>
<li>Alliance Global Partners analyst Jeff Grampp maintained a Buy rating and cut the price target from $28 to $26 on Aug. 7. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 63%.</li>
<li>Roth MKM analyst John White initiated coverage on the stock with a Buy rating and a price target of $30.5 on Oct. 16, 2023. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 69%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Aug. 5, Vitesse Energy posted downbeat quarterly earnings.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro's real-time newsfeed alerted to<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent101724&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1"> latest VTS news</a>.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Kinder Morgan, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KMI#NYSE">KMI</a>)</h3>
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<li>Dividend Yield: 4.61%</li>
<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Devin McDermott upgraded the stock from Underweight to Equal-Weight with a price target of $24 on Sept. 16. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 80%.</li>
<li>Barclays analyst Theresa Chen maintained an Equal-Weight rating and boosted the price target from $21 to $22 on Sept. 13. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 78%.</li>
<li>Recent News: On Oct. 16, Kinder Morgan reported third-quarter revenue of $3.699 billion, missing the consensus estimate of $3.975 billion, according to Benzinga Pro.</li>
<li>Benzinga Pro&#8217;s charting tool helped identify the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent101724&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">trend in KMI stock</a>. </li>
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