DKL

Based on Delek Logistics Partners, LP's historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.

What does Delek Logistics Partners do?

Delek Logistics Partners owns and operates pipelines, storage tanks, trucks, and terminal facilities that gather, transport, and store crude oil and refined products. It also provides wholesale marketing services and holds stakes in pipeline joint ventures, serving both affiliated refineries and independent third parties across the United States.

Does DKL pay dividends?

Yes, DKL pays regular distributions to unitholders as a master limited partnership. The distribution cadence is a core feature of the MLP structure. However, given the Weak Risk pillar rating, investors should review the partnership's leverage and coverage metrics before relying on distribution continuity.

When does DKL report earnings?

Delek Logistics Partners reports on a quarterly cadence, consistent with US-listed partnerships. For exact release dates and the most recent financial results, check the investor relations section of the Delek Logistics Partners website.

Is DKL a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates DKL as Below Average, driven by Weak Moat and Risk pillar scores. The Valuation pillar is Attractive, which may interest income-focused investors, but the overall profile suggests meaningful risks that should be weighed carefully. The full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members.

Is DKL overvalued?

Based on the UQS Valuation pillar, DKL is rated Attractive — meaning the current market price appears to reflect, or more than reflect, the partnership's fundamental challenges. That said, an attractive valuation does not eliminate the risks flagged in the Moat and Risk pillars.

How does DKL compare to its competitors?

DKL focuses on domestic land-based pipeline and terminalling logistics, which distinguishes it from marine-focused peers like Teekay Tankers and Seapeak. Sunoco's wholesale fuel distribution network overlaps more directly with DKL's marketing segment. Each competitor carries a different risk and asset profile.

What is DKL's market cap bracket?

Delek Logistics Partners is classified as a mid-cap partnership. This places it in a range where liquidity is generally reasonable, but the unit count and float may be smaller than large-cap energy infrastructure peers, which can affect trading dynamics.

Who founded Delek Logistics Partners?

Delek Logistics Partners was formed in 2012 as a subsidiary of Delek US Holdings, which serves as the sponsoring parent. Delek Logistics GP, LLC acts as the general partner of the partnership. Further founding context is available through public filings and the company's investor relations materials.

Is DKL a long-term quality investment?

As a long-term quality indicator, the UQS Score rates DKL as Below Average. The Weak Moat pillar suggests limited durable competitive advantages, and the Weak Risk pillar points to structural vulnerabilities. Long-term investors focused on quality may want to review the full analysis before committing capital.

What is the main competitive advantage of Delek Logistics Partners?

DKL's primary advantage lies in its integrated relationship with Delek US Holdings' refinery network, providing a captive volume base for its pipelines and terminals. However, the UQS Moat pillar rates this advantage as Weak, reflecting limited pricing power and competitive differentiation beyond the affiliated customer relationship.

What sector does DKL belong to?

Delek Logistics Partners operates in the Energy sector, specifically within midstream energy infrastructure. Midstream companies focus on the transportation, storage, and processing of oil and gas — sitting between upstream producers and downstream refiners or end consumers.

Is DKL a growth stock or value stock?

Based on UQS pillar labels, DKL leans toward a value or income profile rather than growth. The Growth pillar is Neutral and the Valuation pillar is Attractive, suggesting the market is not pricing in significant expansion. Income-oriented investors may find the distribution yield more relevant than capital appreciation potential.

Delek Logistics Partners, LP shows solid profitability with healthy returns on capital and reasonable margins.

Delek Logistics Partners, LP demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.

Delek Logistics Partners, LP maintains a reasonable risk profile with manageable debt levels.

Delek Logistics Partners, LP appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.

Delek Logistics Partners, LP operates in a highly competitive environment with limited sustainable advantages. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for DKL.

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Delek Logistics Partners, LP is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.

Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.

Moat (25%) assesses Delek Logistics Partners, LP's competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.

Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.

Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.

Valuation (15%) measures whether Delek Logistics Partners, LP is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.