First quarter adjusted EBITDA net PAA was $718 million. The company reaffirmed adjusted EBITDA guidance ranged between $2.625 billion to $2.725 billion for 2024. Acquired additional 10% in Saddlehorn Pipeline Company, LLC and Mid-Con terminal asset for $110 million, expected to enhance position in Rockies and Mid-Con.
In my latest article on Plains All American I made it clear that PAA is mostly a dividend play rather than an investment from which we could expect strong price appreciation. So far, the stock price has dropped, while the underlying fundamentals have become more supportive for a juicy dividend case. In this article I assess the details of Q1 earnings report and justify why, in my opinion, PAA is an enticing investment case for investors, who seek high and de-risked yield.
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