KMI’s Stock Falls 0.67% as $360M Volume Ranks 282nd in Daily Trading Activity

On August 15, 2025, Kinder Morgan (KMI) closed with a 0.67% decline, trading at a volume of $0.36 billion, ranking 282nd in daily trading activity. The stock has underperformed since its last earnings report, with a cumulative drop of 2.3% over the past month.

KMI’s Q2 2025 earnings met adjusted EPS estimates at $0.28, driven by robust natural gas demand and contributions from its Natural Gas Pipelines and Terminals segments. Total revenue of $4.04 billion exceeded expectations, supported by higher transport rates and volumes. However, the Product Pipelines segment saw a decline due to expiring contracts and weak commodity prices, while the CO2 segment faced lower prices despite increased renewable gas sales.

Operational expenses rose to $2.89 billion, reflecting higher maintenance and operations costs. The company’s project backlog increased to $9.3 billion, fueled by LNG and electricity infrastructure. Despite a $31.7 billion long-term debt load, KMI reiterated 2025 guidance, projecting $2.8 billion in net income and $1.27 in adjusted EPS, assuming $68 WTI crude and $3.00/MMBtu natural gas prices. Dividends are expected to rise 2% to $1.17 per share.

Analysts note downward revisions in earnings estimates, with KMI’s VGM Score at D, indicating weak value and momentum prospects. A Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) suggests in-line returns ahead. Institutional sentiment remains mixed, balancing growth potential against debt exposure and commodity price assumptions.

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