Kinetik Holdings: Better Q2 Earnings, Still Not Cheap

CAN Analyst 1.35K Followers Follow Summary Kinetik remains a quality midstream story, supported by strong assets, dividends, and the Kings Landing II FID catalyst. Q2 saw adjusted EBITDA rise to $280.8M and dividend coverage improve to 1.47x, but processed gas volumes stayed flat YoY. Kings Landing II FID increases long-term growth optionality, yet introduces capex and execution risks, with cash flow impact expected in 2028. I maintain a buy rating on KNTK, driven by dividend yield, though valuation appears fully priced and Waha-related volume risks persist. studio-fi/iStock via Getty Images When the last time I covered Kinetik Holdings ( KNTK ), I really liked the company, but I could not call it a cheap one. Then it was, and I believe still is, a quality midstream story with good assets, strong dividends, buybacks, and a real Delaware This article was written by CAN Analyst 1.35K Followers Follow I’m an independent equity trader and licensed financial advisor focused on uncovering high-upside opportunities in overlooked sectors especially focusing on small-caps, energy, commodities, and special situations. My investment strategy is based on growth. I look for fundamental momentum (EPS, ROE, revenue), price-volume confirmation, and macro filters. I also use econometric tools and calculations to analyse market direction, cycles and behaviour. I’ve been managing personal capital since 2020 and advising under MiFID II since qualifying with a license. I hold a bachelor’s in Business Administration and Economics and am currently completing a master’s in Finance. My masters thesis topic: Impact of Financial Results Announcements on Stock Returns and Trading Volumes of Micro-Capitalization Gold Mining Companies. Analyst’s Disclosure: I/we have no stock, option or similar derivative position in any of the companies mentioned, and no plans to initiate any such positions within the next 72 hours. I wrote this article myself, and it expresses my own opinions. I am not receiving compensation for it (other than from Seeking Alpha). I have no business relationship with any company whose stock is mentioned in this article. Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or certified by any institute or regulatory body.