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Plains All American provides transportation, storage, processing, fractionation, and marketing services for crude oil, refined products, natural gas liquids, liquefied petroleum gas, and related products. Plains' assets span the United States and Alberta, Canada, but are heavily concentrated in the Permian Basin.

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Raymond James analyst Justin Jenkins maintains Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) with a Strong Buy and raises the price target from $23 to $24.

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Raymond James Maintains Strong Buy on Plains GP Holdings, Raises Price Target to $24

Barclays analyst Theresa Chen maintains Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $18 to $19.

Barclays Maintains Underweight on Plains GP Holdings, Raises Price Target to $19

Wolfe Research analyst Keith Stanley upgrades Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) from Peer Perform to Outperform.

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Wolfe Research Upgrades Plains GP Holdings to Outperform

Return of Capital Update
<ul>
<li>The Plains Board of Directors has approved an increase in the quarterly distribution payable in February 2025 for both PAA common units and PAGP Class A shares from $0.3175 per unit to $0.38 per unit. On an annualized basis, the distribution represents a $0.25 per unit, or 20%, increase from the distribution paid in November 2024.</li>
</ul>

Reported Earlier, Plains All American Expands Crude Oil Footprint With $670M Acquisitions, Boosts Distribution Quarterly By 20%

Wells Fargo analyst Michael Blum downgrades Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) from Overweight to Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $22 to $20.

Downgrades

Wells Fargo Downgrades Plains GP Holdings to Equal-Weight, Lowers Price Target to $20

In the current market session, Plains GP Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) stock price is at $18.80, after a 0.21% drop. However, over the past month, the company's stock increased by 1.45%, and in the past year, by 19.09%. Shareholders might be interested in knowing whether the stock is overvalued, even if the company is not performing up to par in the current session. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734442210_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Plains GP Holdings P/E Ratio Analysis in Relation to Industry Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio measures the current share price to the company's EPS. It is used by long-term investors to analyze the company's current performance against it's past earnings, historical data and aggregate market data for the industry or the indices, such as S&amp;P 500. A higher P/E indicates that investors expect the company to perform better in the future, and the stock is probably overvalued, but not necessarily. It also could indicate that investors are willing to pay a higher share price currently, because they expect the company to perform better in the upcoming quarters. This leads investors to also remain optimistic about rising dividends in the future. 
Compared to the aggregate P/E ratio of the 29.59 in the Oil, Gas &amp; Consumable Fuels industry, Plains GP Holdings Inc. has a lower P/E ratio of 22.43. Shareholders might be inclined to think that the stock might perform worse than it's industry peers. It's also possible that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1734442210_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

Intraday Update

P/E Ratio Insights for Plains GP Holdings

Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.17 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.30 by 43.33 percent. This is a 13.33 percent increase over earnings of $0.15 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $12.743 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $13.108 billion by 2.78 percent. This is a 5.57 percent increase over sales of $12.071 billion the same period last year.

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Plains GP Holdings Q3 2024 GAAP EPS $0.17 Misses $0.30 Estimate, Sales $12.743B Miss $13.108B Estimate

Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Friday, 2024-11-08. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate Plains GP Holdings to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.31.
Plains GP Holdings bulls will hope to hear the company announce they've not only beaten that estimate, but also to provide positive guidance, or forecasted growth, for the next quarter.
New investors should note that it is sometimes not an earnings beat or miss that most affects the price of a stock, but the guidance (or forecast).
<h3>Past Earnings Performance</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $0.09, leading to a 0.0% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at Plains GP Holdings's past performance and the resulting price change:

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
<th>Q1 2024</th>
<th>Q4 2023</th>
<th>Q3 2023</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.29</td>
<td>0.28</td>
<td>0.35</td>
<td>0.27</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.20</td>
<td>0.21</td>
<td>0.27</td>
<td>0.15</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>-3.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>-1.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730988278_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Tracking Plains GP Holdings's Stock Performance</h3>
Shares of Plains GP Holdings were trading at $18.35 as of November 05. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 16.51%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release. 
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PAGP/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Plains GP Holdings visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
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Plains GP Holdings Earnings Preview

Morgan Stanley analyst Robert Kad downgrades Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) from Overweight to Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $22 to $19.

Morgan Stanley Downgrades Plains GP Holdings to Equal-Weight, Lowers Price Target to $19

Plains GP Holdings's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NYSE">PAGP</a>) short percent of float has risen 9.62% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 9.85 million shares sold short, which is 5.13% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 7.7 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Plains GP Holdings Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728312325_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Plains GP Holdings has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Plains GP Holdings's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Plains GP Holdings's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.03%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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(PAGP) - Analyzing Plains GP Holdings's Short Interest

Plains GP Holdings's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NYSE">PAGP</a>) short percent of float has fallen 8.19% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 8.18 million shares sold short, which is 4.26% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 5.24 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Plains GP Holdings Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1723473920_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Plains GP Holdings has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Plains GP Holdings's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Plains GP Holdings's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 3.74%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
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Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.20 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $0.31 by 35.48 percent. This is a 20 percent decrease over earnings of $0.25 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $12.930 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $12.409 billion by 4.20 percent. This is a 11.47 percent increase over sales of $11.600 billion the same period last year.

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Plains GP Holdings Q2 2024 GAAP EPS $0.20 Misses $0.31 Estimate, Sales $12.930B Beat $12.409B Estimate

Ratings for Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) were provided by 8 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
In the table below, you'll find a summary of their recent ratings, revealing the shifting sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the previous months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts have recently evaluated Plains GP Holdings and provided 12-month price targets. The average target is $20.0, accompanied by a high estimate of $23.00 and a low estimate of $16.00. Marking an increase of 11.11%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $18.00. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1718028059_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Understanding Analyst Ratings: A Comprehensive Breakdown</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Plains GP Holdings. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Robert Kad</td>
<td>Morgan Stanley</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Blum</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spiro Dounis</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$17.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Selman Akyol</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shneur Gershuni</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Theresa Chen</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Mackay</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$14.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tristan Richardson</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Plains GP Holdings. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering insights into predictions, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Plains GP Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Plains GP Holdings's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
For valuable insights into Plains GP Holdings's market performance, consider these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators. Stay well-informed and make prudent decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PAGP/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Plains GP Holdings analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Plains GP Holdings Better</h2>
Plains All American provides transportation, storage, processing, fractionation, and marketing services for crude oil, refined products, natural gas liquids, liquefied petroleum gas, and related products. Plains' assets span the United States and Alberta, Canada, but are heavily concentrated in the Permian Basin.
<h3>Unraveling the Financial Story of Plains GP Holdings</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Plains GP Holdings's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 31 March, 2024, the company experienced a decline of approximately -2.8% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Net Margin: Plains GP Holdings's net margin is below industry averages, indicating potential challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 0.35%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Plains GP Holdings's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.74%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Plains GP Holdings's ROA falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.15%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns from its assets.
Debt Management: Plains GP Holdings's debt-to-equity ratio is notably higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 5.35, the company relies more heavily on borrowed funds, indicating a higher level of financial risk.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Experts in banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their comprehensive research involves attending company conference calls and meetings, analyzing financial statements, and engaging with insiders to generate what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
In addition to their assessments, some analysts extend their insights by offering predictions for key metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates. This supplementary information provides further guidance for traders. It is crucial to recognize that, despite their specialization, analysts are human and can only provide forecasts based on their beliefs.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Demystifying Plains GP Holdings: Insights From 8 Analyst Reviews

Morgan Stanley analyst Robert Kad maintains Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $19 to $20.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Overweight on Plains GP Holdings, Raises Price Target to $20

Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) has been analyzed by 8 analysts in the last three months, revealing a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Plains GP Holdings, presenting an average target of $19.69, a high estimate of $23.00, and a low estimate of $16.00. Marking an increase of 11.62%, the current average surpasses the previous average price target of $17.64. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1715191249_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Analyzing Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Breakdown</h2>
In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Plains GP Holdings. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Michael Blum</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spiro Dounis</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$17.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Selman Akyol</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Shneur Gershuni</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Theresa Chen</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Mackay</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$16.00</td>
<td>$14.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Tristan Richardson</td>
<td>Scotiabank</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sector Outperform</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spiro Dounis</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$17.50</td>
<td>$16.50</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Plains GP Holdings. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Offering a comprehensive view, analysts assess stocks qualitatively, spanning from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Plains GP Holdings compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Plains GP Holdings's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Capture valuable insights into Plains GP Holdings's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.
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<h2>Discovering Plains GP Holdings: A Closer Look</h2>
Plains All American provides transportation, storage, processing, fractionation, and marketing services for crude oil, refined products, natural gas liquids, liquefied petroleum gas, and related products. Plains' assets span the United States and Alberta, Canada, but are heavily concentrated in the Permian Basin.
<h3>Plains GP Holdings's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Market Capitalization Perspectives: The company's market capitalization falls below industry averages, signaling a relatively smaller size compared to peers. This positioning may be influenced by factors such as perceived growth potential or operational scale.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Plains GP Holdings's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 31 December, 2023, the company experienced a decline of approximately -1.96% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Energy sector.
Net Margin: Plains GP Holdings's net margin lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maintaining strong profitability. With a net margin of 0.41%, the company may face hurdles in effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): The company's ROE is below industry benchmarks, signaling potential difficulties in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 3.38%, the company may need to address challenges in generating satisfactory returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): Plains GP Holdings's ROA is below industry standards, pointing towards difficulties in efficiently utilizing assets. With an ROA of 0.18%, the company may encounter challenges in delivering satisfactory returns from its assets.
Debt Management: With a high debt-to-equity ratio of 5.18, Plains GP Holdings faces challenges in effectively managing its debt levels, indicating potential financial strain.
<h2>Understanding the Relevance of Analyst Ratings</h2>
Within the domain of banking and financial systems, analysts specialize in reporting for specific stocks or defined sectors. Their work involves attending company conference calls and meetings, researching company financial statements, and communicating with insiders to publish "analyst ratings" for stocks. Analysts typically assess and rate each stock once per quarter.
Beyond their standard evaluations, some analysts contribute predictions for metrics like growth estimates, earnings, and revenue, furnishing investors with additional guidance. Users of analyst ratings should be mindful that this specialized advice is shaped by human perspectives and may be subject to variability.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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Wells Fargo analyst Michael Blum maintains Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $19 to $20.

Wells Fargo Maintains Overweight on Plains GP Holdings, Raises Price Target to $20

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Citigroup Maintains Neutral on Plains GP Holdings, Raises Price Target to $18

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Plains GP Holdings Q1 2024 GAAP EPS $0.21 Misses $0.34 Estimate, Sales $11.995B Miss $12.791B Estimate

Stifel analyst Selman Akyol maintains Plains GP Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PAGP#NASDAQ">PAGP</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $18 to $22.

Stifel Maintains Buy on Plains GP Holdings, Raises Price Target to $22

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