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July 1 carries a particular significance for many liquids pipelines in the U.S. Each year on this date, these pipelines are able to adjust their rates using an index based on inflation. This July marks the first adjustment with a new five-year level for the index.

The latest trading day saw Oneok Inc. (OKE) settling at $85.73, representing a -1.39% change from its previous close.

The energy infrastructure sector includes a range of different business models, from gathering systems at the wellhead to long-haul pipelines and export facilities. Comparing midstream companies without a standardized framework of midstream classifications can be difficult.

The latest trading day saw Oneok Inc. (OKE) settling at $89.52, representing a +2.53% change from its previous close.

ONEOK remains a core long position, complemented by writing puts to generate 'income' and potentially increase exposure opportunistically on a pullback. OKE trades ever so slightly below its five-year average forward EV/EBITDA, which makes it only modestly attractive on the valuation front. With guidance for continued growth in EBITDA and EPS, that can continue to support a growing dividend and likely lead to potential long-term upside.

ONEOK (OKE) offers a compelling mix of acquisition-driven growth, aggressive CapEx, and a high, growing dividend yield. OKE's 76% natural gas/NGL focus positions it to benefit from surging AI Data Center demand, especially in the Permian Basin. OKE trades at a 10.5X EV/EBITDA, below peers, with potential for a 12.5X multiple and 19% upside if growth accompanied by deleveraging efforts continue.

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In the most recent trading session, Oneok Inc. (OKE) closed at $89.2, indicating a -1.51% shift from the previous trading day.

North American natural gas demand is poised for a historic increase driven by growth in liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports and the demand for power, which includes data centers. This backdrop is driving unprecedented opportunities for natural gas-focused midstream companies.

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