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Plains All American Lifts 2026 Outlook After Revenue Beat Despite Earnings Slip

Management attributes the higher targets to stronger oil prices plus natural gas liquids contributions through May 2026.

Overview

  • Plains All American reported $12.47 billion in revenue, topping the $11.49 billion estimate, while adjusted earnings were $0.39 per unit versus $0.41 expected.
  • Net income fell to $152 million from $443 million a year ago, operating cash flow dropped to $418 million from $639 million, and adjusted EBITDA eased to $730 million from $754 million.
  • The company raised its 2026 adjusted EBITDA midpoint to $2.88 billion, plus or minus $75 million, and lifted its adjusted free cash flow outlook to about $1.85 billion.
  • Leaders said they aim to close a planned sale of the natural gas liquids business and target $100 million in benefits from Cactus III pipeline synergies and other system efficiencies.
  • Growth spending stayed at $350 million and maintenance spending rose to $185 million due to continued NGL ownership through May, while the quarterly payout of $0.4175 per unit implies a yield near 7.5%.