Company Performance - Western Midstream closed at $42.45, reflecting a +1.8% increase from the previous day, outperforming the S&P 500's daily loss of 0.01% [1] - Over the past month, shares of Western Midstream have decreased by 1.09%, while the Oils-Energy sector has gained 13.82% [1] Upcoming Earnings - The earnings report for Western Midstream is anticipated on February 18, 2026, with an expected EPS of $0.91, representing a 7.06% increase from the prior-year quarter [2] - Revenue is projected to be $1.11 billion, up 19.98% from the prior-year quarter [2] Fiscal Year Projections - For the entire fiscal year, earnings are projected at $3.44 per share, a decrease of 14.43% from the prior year, while revenue is expected to be $3.93 billion, an increase of 8.9% [3] Analyst Forecasts - Recent revisions to analyst forecasts for Western Midstream are important as they reflect changes in short-term business dynamics, with positive revisions indicating analysts' confidence in business performance [4] Zacks Rank and Valuation - The Zacks Rank for Western Midstream is currently 3 (Hold), with the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate having decreased by 1.26% in the past month [6] - The company has a Forward P/E ratio of 11.44, which is lower than the industry's Forward P/E of 16.4, indicating a valuation discount [7] Industry Context - Western Midstream operates within the Oil and Gas - Refining and Marketing - Master Limited Partnerships industry, which is part of the Oils-Energy sector and currently holds a Zacks Industry Rank of 87, placing it in the top 36% of over 250 industries [7]
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