
Plains All American Pipeline LP
NASDAQ:PAA

Operating Margin
Plains All American Pipeline LP
Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.
Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.
Operating Margin Across Competitors
Country | Company | Market Cap |
Operating Margin |
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US |
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Plains All American Pipeline LP
NASDAQ:PAA
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14.2B USD |
3%
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CA |
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Enbridge Inc
TSX:ENB
|
138.6B CAD |
18%
|
|
US |
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Enterprise Products Partners LP
NYSE:EPD
|
73.8B USD |
12%
|
|
US |
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Williams Companies Inc
NYSE:WMB
|
72.2B USD |
32%
|
|
US |
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Energy Transfer LP
NYSE:ET
|
64B USD |
11%
|
|
US |
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Kinder Morgan Inc
NYSE:KMI
|
63B USD |
29%
|
|
US |
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ONEOK Inc
NYSE:OKE
|
57.4B USD |
23%
|
|
US |
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MPLX LP
NYSE:MPLX
|
55B USD |
44%
|
|
US |
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Cheniere Energy Inc
NYSE:LNG
|
50.7B USD |
39%
|
|
CA |
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TC Energy Corp
TSX:TRP
|
71.5B CAD |
42%
|
|
US |
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Targa Resources Corp
NYSE:TRGP
|
43.1B USD |
16%
|
Plains All American Pipeline LP
Glance View
Plains All American Pipeline LP is a prominent player in the energy sector, recognized for its extensive infrastructure and operational expertise in transporting and storing crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). Established in 1998, Plains All American has built a vast network of pipelines that stretch across the United States and Canada, strategically positioned to tap into major oil-producing regions such as the Permian Basin and Western Canada. These pipelines serve as vital arteries, moving large volumes of hydrocarbons from production sites to refineries and distribution points, enabling the company to act as a crucial link in the energy supply chain. The company's reach extends beyond pipeline transportation; it encompasses storage facilities, rail terminals, and trucking fleets that collectively enhance its logistics capabilities, ensuring a reliable and efficient movement of energy products. The financial lifeblood of Plains All American Pipeline lies in its business model, which generates revenue through long-term agreements and fee-based contracts. By securing fixed-rate contracts with oil producers and refiners, Plains mitigates exposure to volatile commodity prices, enabling a steady cash flow and reducing earnings unpredictability—a factor highly valued by investors. Additionally, the company's strategic investments in infrastructure expansions and acquisitions bolster its revenue stream and competitive edge, allowing it to capitalize on increasing energy demand. Through its disciplined operational approach and focus on cost management, Plains All American aims not only to sustain its position but also to seek growth opportunities in the evolving energy landscape.

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Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.
Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.
Based on Plains All American Pipeline LP's most recent financial statements, the company has Operating Margin of 2.7%.