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FINDLAY, Ohio - MPLX LP (NYSE: NYSE:MPLX), a large-cap master limited partnership with a market capitalization of $55.4 billion involved in midstream energy infrastructure, announced the pricing of $2.0 billion in unsecured senior notes. The public offering includes two sets of notes: $1.0 billion with a 5.400% interest rate due 2035 and another $1.0 billion at 5.950% due 2055. According to InvestingPro data, the company maintains a GOOD financial health score, supported by strong cash flows and profitability metrics.
The company plans to allocate the net proceeds from this offering to repay, redeem, or retire its current debt obligations. Specifically, MPLX will address its $1,189 million of 4.875% senior notes due in June 2025 and similarly manage MarkWest’s $11 million of 4.875% senior notes also maturing in June 2025. Remaining funds are earmarked for general partnership purposes. The company’s total debt stands at $21.4 billion, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.67 and healthy free cash flow of $4.7 billion for the last twelve months.
The transaction is expected to close on March 10, 2025, with the fulfillment of standard closing conditions. BofA Securities, Inc., Barclays (LON:BARC) Capital Inc., and J.P. Morgan Securities LLC are the joint book-running managers for the offering.
MPLX’s assets span a wide range of midstream activities, including crude oil and refined product pipelines, marine businesses, terminals, storage facilities, and natural gas processing infrastructure. The offering is made through a prospectus and related supplement available from the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website or directly from the underwriters.
This announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. Sales will only be made where lawful under applicable state or jurisdiction securities laws.
The information in this article is based on a press release statement from MPLX LP.
In other recent news, MPLX LP reported fourth-quarter earnings and revenue that exceeded analyst estimates, with adjusted earnings per share reaching $1.07, surpassing the predicted $1.03. The company’s revenue for the quarter was $3.06 billion, slightly above the consensus estimate of $3 billion. MPLX has also announced a capital spending outlook for 2025, projecting $2.0 billion in total expenditures, with significant investments in Natural Gas and NGL Services growth. Additionally, MPLX has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the remaining 55% stake in BANGL, LLC for $715 million, aiming to enhance its growth platform by integrating NGL production from the Permian basin.
The transaction is expected to close in July 2025, subject to regulatory approval. In analyst updates, Stifel raised its price target on MPLX shares to $58 from $49, maintaining a Buy rating after the company’s fourth-quarter results surpassed expectations. Stifel highlighted MPLX’s plans to invest $2.5 billion in downstream projects, including new fractionation facilities and an LPG export terminal, as a foundation for future growth. The firm also noted MPLX’s commitment to returning capital to shareholders through distribution growth. Furthermore, MPLX has filed its 2024 Annual Report with the SEC, providing a detailed overview of its financial performance and operational activities.
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