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The latest trading day saw Oneok Inc. (OKE) settling at $85.73, representing a -1.39% change from its previous close.

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The energy infrastructure sector includes a range of different business models, from gathering systems at the wellhead to long-haul pipelines and export facilities. Comparing midstream companies without a standardized framework of midstream classifications can be difficult.

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The latest trading day saw Oneok Inc. (OKE) settling at $89.52, representing a +2.53% change from its previous close.

New Fortress Energy operates global liquefied natural gas infrastructure but is currently navigating a complex financial restructuring. ONEOK provides a stable, fee-based midstream pipeline network that achieved significant revenue growth and multi-billion dollar profits in 2025.

ONEOK remains a core long position, complemented by writing puts to generate 'income' and potentially increase exposure opportunistically on a pullback. OKE trades ever so slightly below its five-year average forward EV/EBITDA, which makes it only modestly attractive on the valuation front. With guidance for continued growth in EBITDA and EPS, that can continue to support a growing dividend and likely lead to potential long-term upside.

ONEOK (OKE) offers a compelling mix of acquisition-driven growth, aggressive CapEx, and a high, growing dividend yield. OKE's 76% natural gas/NGL focus positions it to benefit from surging AI Data Center demand, especially in the Permian Basin. OKE trades at a 10.5X EV/EBITDA, below peers, with potential for a 12.5X multiple and 19% upside if growth accompanied by deleveraging efforts continue.