Western Midstream Valuation

WES Stock  USD 43.43  1.08  2.55%   
At this time, the company appears to be undervalued. Western Midstream maintains a prevalent Real Value of $45.68 per share. The last-minute price of the company is $43.43. Our model calculates the value of Western Midstream from examining the company fundamentals such as Return On Asset of 0.0823, current valuation of 24.54 B, and Profit Margin of 0.35 % as well as analyzing its technical indicators and probability of bankruptcy. Key fundamental drivers impacting Western Midstream's valuation include:
Price Book
5.5683
Enterprise Value
24.5 B
Enterprise Value Ebitda
10.1687
Price Sales
4.7372
Forward PE
11.5741
Undervalued
Today
43.43
Please note that Western Midstream's price fluctuation is very steady at this time. Calculation of the real value of Western Midstream is based on 3 months time horizon. Increasing Western Midstream's time horizon generally increases the accuracy of value calculation and significantly improves the predictive power of the methodology used.
The fair value of the Western stock is determined by what a typical buyer is willing to pay for full or partial control of Western Midstream Partners. Since Western Midstream is currently traded on the exchange, buyers and sellers on that exchange determine the market value of Western Stock. However, Western Midstream's intrinsic value may or may not be the same as its current market price, in which case there is an opportunity to profit from the mispricing, assuming the market price will eventually merge with its intrinsic value.
Historical Market  43.43 Real  45.68 Target  41.75 Hype  43.56
The intrinsic value of Western Midstream's stock can be calculated using various methods such as discounted cash flow analysis, price-to-earnings ratio, or price-to-book ratio. That value may differ from its current market price, which is determined by supply and demand factors such as investor sentiment, market trends, news, and other external factors that may influence Western Midstream's stock price. It is important to note that the real value of any stock may change over time based on changes in the company's performance.
45.68
Real Value
46.74
Upside
Estimating the potential upside or downside of Western Midstream Partners helps investors to forecast how Western stock's addition to their portfolios will impact the overall performance. We also use other valuation drivers to help us estimate the true value of Western Midstream more accurately as focusing exclusively on Western Midstream's fundamentals will not take into account other important factors:
Earnings
Estimates
LowProjectedHigh
0.890.910.93
Details
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
42.5043.5644.62
Details
13 Analysts
Consensus
LowTarget PriceHigh
37.9941.7546.34
Details
Traditionally, analysts and sophisticated investors use multiple methods for valuing a cash-flow-generating entity or its stock. For example, some money managers use Western Midstream's intrinsic value based on its ongoing forecasts of Western Midstream's financial statements. In contrast, other private, professional wealth advisors use a multiplier approach by looking to relative value analysis against Western Midstream's closest peers.

Western Midstream Cash

1.32 Billion

Western Revenue by Product

Western Midstream Total Value Analysis

Western Midstream Partners is at this time forecasted to have company total value of 24.54 B with market capitalization of 17.72 B, debt of 8.14 B, and cash on hands of 1.09 B. Please note that company total value may be misleading and is a subject to accounting gimmicks. We encourage investors to carefully check all of the Western Midstream fundamentals before making security assessment based on enterprise value of the company
  Takeover PriceMarket CapDebt ObligationsCash
24.54 B
17.72 B
8.14 B
1.09 B

Western Midstream Investor Information

About 36.0% of the company outstanding shares are owned by insiders. The company last dividend was issued on the 2nd of February 2026. Western Midstream had 10:9 split on the 26th of November 2014. Western Midstream Partners is performing exceptionally good at this time. It has a great risk to report excellent financial results in March.
Current ValueLast YearChange From Last Year 10 Year Trend
Operating Profit Margin0.260.49
Way Down
Slightly volatile
Total Cash From Operating Activities2.5 B2.4 B
Sufficiently Up
Slightly volatile
Operating Income2.4 B2.3 B
Sufficiently Up
Slightly volatile

Western Midstream Asset Utilization

The asset utilization indicator refers to the revenue earned for every dollar of assets a company currently reports. Western Midstream has an asset utilization ratio of 27.43 percent. This implies that the Company is making $0.27 for each dollar of assets. An increasing asset utilization means that Western Midstream Partners is more efficient with each dollar of assets it utilizes for everyday operations.
 
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Western Midstream Profitability Analysis

Taking into consideration Western Midstream's profitability measurements, Western Midstream's profitability may be sliding down. It has an above-average risk of reporting lower numbers next quarter. Profitability indicators assess Western Midstream's ability to earn profits and add value for shareholders.
 
Net Income  
First Reported
2006-12-31
Previous Quarter
341.7 M
Current Value
331.7 M
Quarterly Volatility
134.2 M
 
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At this time, Western Midstream's Gross Profit is comparatively stable compared to the past year. Net Profit Margin is likely to gain to 0.41 in 2026, whereas Pretax Profit Margin is likely to drop 0.22 in 2026.
Current ValueLast YearChange From Last Year 10 Year Trend
Gross Profit Margin0.50.69
Way Down
Slightly volatile
Net Profit Margin0.410.39
Sufficiently Up
Slightly volatile
Operating Profit Margin0.260.49
Way Down
Slightly volatile
Return On Assets0.110.1197
Significantly Down
Slightly volatile
For Western Midstream profitability analysis, we use financial ratios and fundamental drivers that measure the ability of Western Midstream to generate income relative to revenue, assets, operating costs, and current equity. These fundamental indicators attest to how well Western Midstream utilizes its assets to generate profit and value for its shareholders. The profitability module also shows relationships between Western Midstream's most relevant fundamental drivers. It provides multiple suggestions of what could affect the performance of Western Midstream over time as well as its relative position and ranking within its peers.

Western Midstream Earnings per Share Projection vs Actual

The next projected EPS of Western Midstream is estimated to be 0.91315 with future projections ranging from a low of 0.8856 to a high of 0.930125. Western Midstream's most recent 12-month trailing earnings per share (EPS TTM) is at 3.38. Please be aware that the consensus of earnings estimates for Western Midstream Partners is based on EPS before non-recurring items and includes expenses related to employee stock options.
 
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Western Midstream is projected to generate 0.91315 in earnings per share on the 31st of December 2026. Western Midstream earnings estimates show analyst consensus about projected Western Midstream EPS (Earning Per Share). It derives the highest and the lowest estimates based on Western Midstream's historical volatility. Many public companies, such as Western Midstream, manage the perception of their earnings on a regular basis to make sure that analyst estimates are accurate. Future earnings calculations are also an essential input when attempting to value a firm.

Western Midstream Earnings Estimation Breakdown

The calculation of Western Midstream's earning per share is based on the data from the past 12 consecutive months, used for reporting the company's financial figures. The next projected EPS of Western Midstream is estimated to be 0.91315 with the future projection ranging from a low of 0.8856 to a high of 0.930125. Please be aware that this consensus of annual earnings estimates for Western Midstream Partners is based on EPS before non-recurring items and includes expenses related to employee stock options.
Last Reported EPS
0.0
0.89
Lowest
Expected EPS
0.91315
0.93
Highest

Western Midstream Earnings Projection Consensus

Suppose the current estimates of Western Midstream's value are higher than the current market price of the Western Midstream stock. In this case, investors may conclude that Western Midstream is overpriced and will exhibit bullish sentiment. On the other hand, if the present value is lower than the stock price, analysts may conclude that the market undervalues the equity. These scenarios may suggest that the market is not as efficient as it should be at the estimation time, and Western Midstream's stock will quickly adjusts to the new information provided by the consensus estimate.
Number of AnalystsHistorical AccuracyLast Reported EPSEstimated EPS for 31st of December 2026Current EPS (TTM)
1484.66%
0.0
0.91315
3.38

Western Midstream Ownership Allocation

Western Midstream Partners retains a total of 408 Million outstanding shares. Western Midstream owns significant amount of outstanding shares owned by insiders. An insider is usually defined as a CEO, other corporate executive, director, or institutional investor who own at least 10% of the company's outstanding shares. Please note that no matter how many assets the company shows, if the real value of the company is less than the current market value, you may not be able to make money on it.

Western Midstream Profitability Analysis

The company reported the last year's revenue of 3.61 B. Total Income to common stockholders was 1.61 B with profit before taxes, overhead, and interest of 2.67 B.

Western Midstream Past Distributions to stockholders

About Western Midstream Valuation

The stock valuation mechanism determines Western Midstream's current worth on a daily basis. In general, an absolute valuation approach attempts to find the value of Western Midstream based exclusively on its fundamental and basic technical indicators. As compared to an absolute model, our relative valuation model uses a comparative analysis of Western Midstream. We calculate exposure to Western Midstream's market risk, different technical and fundamental indicators, and relevant financial multiples and ratios and then compare them to those of Western Midstream's related companies.
Last ReportedProjected for Next Year
Gross Profit3.2 B3.4 B
Pretax Profit Margin 0.41  0.22 
Operating Profit Margin 0.49  0.26 
Net Profit Margin 0.39  0.41 
Gross Profit Margin 0.69  0.50 
Western Midstream's stock price is the clearest measure of market expectations about its performance. Without stock valuation, investors cannot independently discern whether Western Midstream's value is low or high relative to the company's performance and growth projections. Determining the market value of Western Midstream can be done in different ways, such as multiplying its stock price by its outstanding shares.
A single share of Western Midstream represents a small ownership stake in the entity. As a stockholder of Western, your percentage of company ownership is determined by dividing the number of shares you own by the total number of shares outstanding and then multiplying that amount by 100. Owning stock in a company generally confers both corporate voting rights and income from any dividends paid to the stock owner.

Western Midstream Dividends Analysis For Valuation

At this time, Western Midstream's Dividend Payout Ratio is comparatively stable compared to the past year. Dividend Paid And Capex Coverage Ratio is likely to gain to 1.26 in 2026, despite the fact that Dividends Paid is likely to grow to (1.1 B). . At this time, Western Midstream's Retained Earnings are comparatively stable compared to the past year. Earnings Yield is likely to gain to 0.10 in 2026, whereas Price Earnings Ratio is likely to drop 10.15 in 2026.
Last ReportedProjected for Next Year
Dividends Paid-1.1 B-1.1 B
Dividend Yield 0.08  0.05 
Dividend Payout Ratio 0.93  1.38 
Dividend Paid And Capex Coverage Ratio 1.15  1.26 
There are various types of dividends Western Midstream can pay to its shareholders, and the actual value of the dividend is determined on a per-share basis. It is to be paid equally to all of Western shareholders on a specific date, known as the payable date. The cash dividend is the most common type of dividend payment - it is the payment of actual cash from Western Midstream Partners directly to its shareholders. There are other types of dividends that companies can issue, such as stock dividends or asset dividends. When Western pays a dividend, it has no impact on its enterprise value. It does, however, lowers the Equity Value of Western Midstream by the value of the dividends paid out.

Western Midstream Growth Indicators

Investing in growth stocks can be very risky. If the company such as Western Midstream does not do well, investors take a loss on the stock when it is time to sell. Also, because growth stocks typically do not pay dividends, the only opportunity an investor has to make money on their investment is when they eventually sell their shares.
Common Stock Shares Outstanding382.5 M
Quarterly Earnings Growth Y O Y0.176
Forward Price Earnings11.5741

Western Midstream Current Valuation Indicators

Western Midstream's valuation analysis is a process of estimating the intrinsic value of all assets and outstanding equities. There are different methodologies and models we use to develop the final Western Midstream's valuation. The techniques such as discounted cash flow and fundamental indicators such as book value per share or market capitalization are well known and widely used across most financial advisers and money managers.
Valuations are an essential part of business, for companies themselves, but also for investors. For companies, such as Western Midstream, valuations can help measure their progress and success and can help them track their performance in the market compared to others. In addition, investors can use Western Midstream's valuations to help determine the worth of potential investments. They can do this by using data and information made public by a company. Regardless of who the valuation is for, it essentially describes Western Midstream's worth.

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