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Commonwealth Equity Services LLC decreased its holdings in Mplx Lp (NYSE: MPLX) by 10.2% in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 122,420 shares of the pipeline company's stock after selling 13,861 shares during the period.
MPLX is a compelling dividend Buy, benefiting from the AI-driven data center demand and the robust pipeline expansion in natural gas/NGL services. The growing backlog/joint ventures through 2028 provide robust insights into its accelerated adj EBITDA growth at mid-single digits, building upon YTD levels of +4.2% YoY. There remains reasonable flexibility for MPLX to drive further growth through other strategic initiatives, thanks to the gap to its comfortable leverage ratio of 4x.
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MPLX LP (MPLX) concluded the recent trading session at $53.84, signifying a +1.58% move from its prior day's close.
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MPLX LP offers a compelling midstream investment, with fee-based revenues and high cash conversion, largely insulated from commodity price swings. MPLX boasts a strong balance sheet, a debt/adj. EBITDA ratio just above 3x, and well-laddered maturities through 2030. The recent 12.5% distribution hike, with management confident in sustaining growth, underpins MPLX's appeal for income-focused investors.
MPLX LP offers a compelling 8%+ dividend yield, strong dividend growth, and resilient energy infrastructure exposure. AI-driven data center demand is set to accelerate MPLX's natural gas and pipeline business, supporting future EBITDA and distributable cash flow growth. MPLX's recent 12.5% dividend hike and 4–5% annual EBITDA growth suggest sustainable long-term dividend growth, even if the pace moderates.
MPLX remains a top income-oriented pick, offering an 8%+ yield and strong distribution growth prospects into 2026. Recent M&A, including full ownership of the BANGL pipeline and Permian expansion, positions MPLX for accelerated EBITDA and distribution growth. Distribution coverage remains robust at 1.3x, supporting a 12.5% dividend hike and ongoing buybacks, with leverage expected to decline as growth assets ramp.
Oil and gas pipeline Energy Transfer offers a high yield and has set its sights on strong growth. Fellow midstream player MPLX has been growing its distribution and is in good financial shape.
In the market, high yields are easy to find in the energy space, but dividend growth is a whole different story.
I increased my forward projected dividend income by $86.77 (1.4%) in December, reaching $6,289.66. My portfolio strategy blends high-growth names like Broadcom (AVGO), Microsoft, and Visa with high-yielders such as SPYI and MPLX. Dividend reinvestments and increases, especially from AVGO and EPRT, drove nearly 83% of new forward income this month.
These stocks offer yields of between 6.8% and 9.4%. All of them appear to be in a good position to continue paying dividends at least at current levels throughout 2026.
MPLX LP (MPLX) reached $53.3 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -1.06% change compared to its last close.
Western Midstream and MPLX both have high yields, with distributions that are well covered and solid balance sheets. Western has a nice growth opportunity by expanding into the produced water business.
FINDLAY, Ohio, Jan. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MPLX LP (NYSE: MPLX) will host a conference call on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. EST to discuss 2025 fourth-quarter and full-year financial results.
Brookfield Asset Management expects to grow its dividend by more than 15% annually in the coming years. MPLX has raised its high-yielding distribution by 10% or more for four consecutive years.
The U.S. government is increasingly funding deficits with short-term debt, making interest expenses highly sensitive to Fed policy. A declining average maturity in the sovereign bond index tightens the link between fiscal and monetary policy, amplifying market complexity. Artificially subdued long-term bond supply likely keeps long-term yields lower than they would be with more balanced issuance.