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Hess Midstream's deal with Chevron means lower earnings but also longer contracts, fewer shares outstanding, and expansion into a second region.
Hess Midstream Partners NYSE: HESM said it has entered a definitive agreement with Chevron to become an independent, publicly owned multi-basin midstream company, expanding beyond its Bakken operations through the acquisition of Chevron's DJ Basin midstream assets.
Hess Midstream (NYSE:HESM) shares fell over 16% to $32.25 on Wednesday morning after Chevron agreed to transfer its ownership interests in the midstream company and DJ Basin crude oil assets in exchange for revised Bakken terms, with the company forecasting 2027 Adjusted EBITDA of $850 million to $950 million. The agreements will extend Chevron's Bakken midstream contracts and are expected to reduce its unit midstream costs by about 50%, improving its cost structure and return on capital employed.
Hess Midstream remains a strong buy, offering a secure 7.9% yield and robust distribution growth, underpinned by long-term minimum volume commitments with Chevron. HESM's fee-based revenue model, protected by contracts through 2033, insulates cash flow from oil price volatility and supports at least 5% annual distribution growth through 2028. Leverage is healthy at 3.1x, with a path to 2.5x by 2028, enabling debt reduction, buybacks, and optionality for M&A or further capital returns.
Hess Midstream stock remains stagnant due to uncertainty around Chevron's Bakken acreage strategy. Chevron is evaluating the profitability of the Bakken assets; until a clear, positive outcome emerges, HESM's long-term value remains uncertain. Second quarter results showed slightly lower EBITDA and net income, but free cash flow improved due to reduced capital expenditures.
Hess Midstream (HESM) remains a compelling Buy, offering a 7.93% forward yield and the sector's cheapest EV/EBITDA multiple. Q2 2026 saw earnings and free cash flow growth, margin expansion to 85%, and another distribution increase, reaffirming robust income stability. Management reaffirmed full-year guidance, targets 5% annual distribution growth through 2028, and is on track to reduce leverage to 2.5x by 2028.
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Hess Midstream Partners NYSE: HESM reported higher second-quarter net income and adjusted EBITDA, supported by lower operating expenses and general and administrative savings, while reaffirming its full-year financial outlook and plans for shareholder returns and debt reduction.
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Hess (HES) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock suggests that there could be more strength down the road.