theglobeandmail.comAUG 312 min read$EPD

Rising Permian Volumes and Expansions Support EPD's Growth Outlook

Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD) reported a 14% year-over-year increase in Permian Basin natural gas processing volumes to 4.3 Bcf/d. The company announced expansion projects, including Delaware Plant 13 and Midland Basin Plant 11, to support growth. EPD's units rose 29.2% over the past year, and it trades at a 12-month EV/EBITDA of 11.10X. Kinder Morgan (KMI) and Williams Companies (WMB) are also expected to benefit from rising energy demand.

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Published Aug 31, 2026, 6:31 PM UTC

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Decision brief

The 30-second read

$EPDBullishMed

Why it matters

The reported volume surge and expansion pipeline reinforce a positive earnings outlook.

Market read

EPD's growth outlook may drive midstream sector rally.

What to watch

Potential regulatory or environmental hurdles on new facilities.

Relevance 6/10Novelty 6/10Timing: post‑earnings call

Background

Enterprise Products Partners is a fee‑based midstream operator with long‑term contracts.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

AI estimates · verify against primary disclosures

$EPDBullishHigh confidence

Context

EPD reported a 14% YoY rise in Permian gas processing volumes to 4.3 Bcf/d and announced new expansion projects (Delaware Plant 13, Midland Basin Plant 11, Frac 15).

Expected impact

Potential upside of 5‑8% over the next 4‑6 weeks as investors price in growth.

Evidence & confidence

Volume growth is material and the projects are multi‑year, indicating sustained demand.

Market effects

Sector

Midstream sector may see broader demand as Permian output rises.

Regional

U.S. energy infrastructure demand strengthens, supporting related stocks.

Global

U.S. natural gas supply growth can affect global commodity pricing.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

If project delays occur, the anticipated earnings boost could be muted.

Key entities

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Enterprise Products Partners LP
Midstream energy firm (ticker EPD).

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