PAGP

Energy

Plains GP Holdings, L.P. · Oil & Gas Midstream · $5B

UQS Score — Balanced Preset
49.1
Below Average

Plains GP Holdings, L.P. scores 49.1/100 using the Balanced preset.

UQS vs Energy Sector
PAGP
49.1
Sector avg
43.5
Quality
Neutral
Moat
Weak
Growth
Good
Risk
Weak
Valuation
Attractive

What is Plains GP Holdings, L.P.?

Plains GP Holdings, L.P. is a Houston-based midstream energy company that controls Plains All American Pipeline, one of North America's largest crude oil and NGL pipeline networks.

PAGP generates revenue by transporting, storing, and processing crude oil and natural gas liquids across the United States and Canada. It serves producers, refiners, and other customers through an extensive network of pipelines, storage terminals, fractionation plants, and logistics assets — earning fee-based income tied to volumes moved through its infrastructure.

The holding company was established in 2013 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

  • Crude oil and NGL pipeline transportation
  • Crude oil and NGL storage and terminalling
  • NGL fractionation and processing services
  • Logistics and trucking services for energy producers

Is PAGP a Good Stock to Buy?

UQS Score rates PAGP as Below Average overall.

The Growth pillar stands out as the clearest positive, suggesting improving business momentum relative to its midstream peers. Valuation is rated Attractive, meaning the market may not be fully pricing in the company's asset base.

The Moat and Risk pillars are both rated Weak, reflecting limited competitive differentiation and meaningful exposure to commodity-driven volume risk.

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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.

Does PAGP pay dividends?

Yes — Plains GP Holdings, L.P. pays a dividend.

PAGP pays a regular dividend, consistent with the income-oriented structure common among midstream energy partnerships. The dividend is supported by fee-based cash flows from pipeline and storage operations. Income-focused investors often look to midstream names like PAGP for yield, though distribution sustainability depends on volume throughput.

When does PAGP report earnings?

Plains GP Holdings reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, typical for US-listed equities.

Results are driven primarily by volumes transported and stored across its pipeline network, with fee-based revenues providing some insulation from commodity price swings. Growth in crude oil throughput and NGL activity are key factors to watch each quarter.

For the most recent quarter's results, visit Plains GP Holdings' investor relations page directly.

PAGP Price History

+196.6% over 5Y

Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.

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What if I invested in Plains GP Holdings, L.P.?

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Today it would be worth
$35,632
That's a +256% total return, or +28.9% annualized.

Based on Plains GP Holdings, L.P.'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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Plains GP Holdings do?

Plains GP Holdings controls Plains All American Pipeline, which transports, stores, and processes crude oil and natural gas liquids across North America. It earns fee-based revenue from pipelines, storage terminals, fractionation plants, and logistics services connecting producers to refiners and end markets.

Does PAGP pay dividends?

Yes, PAGP pays a regular dividend. Its distributions are supported by fee-based midstream cash flows. Investors should review the company's investor relations page for the current distribution rate and payment schedule, as amounts can change.

When does PAGP report earnings?

PAGP reports on a quarterly basis. Our data source does not provide specific upcoming earnings dates. Check Plains GP Holdings' investor relations page or a financial calendar for the next scheduled report.

Is PAGP a good stock to buy?

UQS Score rates PAGP as Below Average overall. While the Growth and Valuation pillars show relative strength, the Weak Moat and Risk ratings indicate meaningful concerns. Investors should weigh the Attractive valuation against the structural risks before making a decision.

Is PAGP overvalued?

The UQS Valuation pillar rates PAGP as Attractive, suggesting the stock may be trading at a reasonable or discounted level relative to its fundamentals. However, valuation alone does not offset the Weak Risk and Moat ratings identified in the full UQS analysis.

How does PAGP compare to its competitors?

PAGP operates alongside Canadian midstream peers such as Topaz Energy Corp., Gibson Energy Inc., and Tidewater Midstream and Infrastructure Ltd. Each has a different asset mix and risk profile. UQS Score provides side-by-side pillar comparisons for Pro members.

What is PAGP's market cap bracket?

PAGP is classified as a mid-cap company, placing it between the largest integrated energy majors and smaller regional pipeline operators in terms of overall market size.

Is PAGP a long-term quality investment?

From a long-term quality perspective, PAGP's Weak Moat rating suggests limited durable competitive advantages, which can matter over extended holding periods. The Attractive Valuation and Good Growth pillar offer some offset, but the full picture warrants careful review by long-term investors.

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PAGP — Score History

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Score changes· 15 most recent
DateUQSQualityMoatGrowthRiskValueChange
May 21, 202648.840.739.064.816.090.1-0.1
May 15, 202648.940.739.064.816.090.90.0
May 13, 202648.940.739.064.216.091.3-1.5
May 11, 202650.446.939.064.216.391.1+0.8
May 7, 202649.645.239.064.214.490.30.0
May 3, 202649.645.239.064.214.490.1-0.1
Apr 28, 202649.745.239.064.214.490.80.0
Apr 26, 202649.745.239.064.214.490.60.0
Apr 23, 202649.745.239.064.214.491.1+0.1
Apr 19, 202649.645.239.063.514.491.3+0.2

PAGP — Pillar Breakdown

Quality

40.7/100 (25%)

Plains GP Holdings, L.P. has average quality metrics, with room for improvement in margins or capital efficiency.

Capital Efficiency (ROIC)Weak

How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.

Return on EquityStrong

Profitability relative to shareholders' equity.

Operating ProfitabilityWeak

Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.

Net ProfitabilityWeak

Bottom-line profit as a share of revenue.

Gross Profit / AssetsWeak

Asset productivity — how much gross profit each dollar of assets generates.

Cash GenerationStrong

Free cash flow relative to market value.

Growth

67.6/100 (20%)

Plains GP Holdings, L.P. demonstrates healthy growth trends across revenue and earnings.

Recent Revenue TrendWeak

Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.

3Y Revenue CAGRWeak

Compound annual revenue growth rate over 3 years.

EPS GrowthStrong

Year-over-year earnings per share growth.

Forward Revenue OutlookStrong

Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.

Forward EPS GrowthStrong

Analyst consensus for future earnings growth.

Risk

16.0/100 (15%)

Plains GP Holdings, L.P. presents elevated risk with concerns around leverage or financial stability.

Financial LeverageWeak

Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.

Debt/EquityWeak

Total debt relative to shareholder equity.

Current RatioWeak

Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.

Interest CoverageModerate

Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.

Valuation

88.1/100 (15%)

Plains GP Holdings, L.P. appears attractively valued relative to its earnings, cash flows, and sector peers.

Earnings YieldStrong

Inverse of forward P/E — higher yield means cheaper stock.

Price to Free Cash FlowStrong

How many years of FCF the market cap represents.

PEG RatioStrong

P/E relative to earnings growth — lower is more attractive.

EV/EBITDA vs SectorStrong

Enterprise value multiple relative to sector median.

Moat

39/100 (25%)

Plains GP Holdings, L.P. possesses some competitive advantages but faces meaningful competition. 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 PAGP.

Score Composition

Quality
40.7×25%10.2
Growth
67.6×20%13.5
Risk
16.0×15%2.4
Valuation
88.1×15%13.2
Moat
39.0×25%9.8
Total
49.1Below Average

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How is the PAGP UQS Score Calculated?

The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Plains GP Holdings, L.P. 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 Plains GP Holdings, L.P.'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 Plains GP Holdings, L.P. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.

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