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Core Viewpoint - Kinder Morgan reported strong second quarter results for fiscal 2025, with significant revenue growth and a notable increase in net income, reflecting operational strength in its core pipeline and storage businesses [1][5]. Financial Performance - Revenue reached $4.04 billion, exceeding analyst estimates by $213 million, and showing a year-over-year increase of 13.2% from $3.57 billion [2][5]. - Adjusted earnings per share (Non-GAAP) were $0.28, matching consensus estimates and representing a 12% increase from $0.25 in Q2 2024 [2]. - Net income rose to $715 million, a 24.3% increase from $575 million in the prior-year quarter [2]. - Adjusted EBITDA was $1.97 billion, a 6% increase from $1.86 billion in Q2 2024, marking a company record [2][5]. - Free cash flow declined to $1.00 billion, down 9.4% from $1.11 billion in the previous year [2]. Operational Highlights - The Natural Gas Pipelines segment saw a 10% increase in adjusted segment earnings, with transport volumes up 3% due to higher LNG and power generation deliveries [6]. - The Products Pipelines segment experienced a 3% decline in earnings despite a 2% increase in volumes, attributed to weaker commodity prices [6]. - The Terminals segment's adjusted earnings increased by 7%, supported by high capacity utilization in liquid storage at 94.4% [6]. - The CO2 and Energy Transition Ventures segment reported a 10% decrease in earnings, impacted by lower prices for CO2 and regulatory credits [6]. Project Backlog and Investments - Kinder Morgan's project backlog grew by $1.3 billion to $9.3 billion, with 93% dedicated to natural gas projects [7]. - Significant investments include the Trident, Mississippi Crossing, and South System Expansion 4 projects, aimed at meeting rising natural gas demand [7]. - The company placed $750 million worth of projects in service during the quarter [7]. Environmental and Safety Initiatives - The quarter showed progress in environmental and safety initiatives, with no major incidents reported [8]. - Renewable natural gas (RNG) production capacity increased to 6.9 billion cubic feet per year [8]. - Hedging strategies were implemented to protect commodity prices in renewables and CO2 through 2028 [8]. Dividend and Shareholder Returns - The board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2925 per share, reflecting a 2% year-over-year increase, supported by fee-based cash flows [9][13]. Business Model and Strategic Focus - Kinder Morgan's business model relies on long-term, take-or-pay contracts, providing stable cash flows and insulation from market volatility [10]. - The company focuses on expanding natural gas capacity, growing its project backlog, and securing new contracts to meet demand growth, particularly for LNG exports [4][11]. Future Guidance - Management reaffirmed its fiscal 2025 outlook, projecting net income of $2.8 billion (up 8%), adjusted earnings per share of $1.27 (up 10%), and adjusted EBITDA of $8.3 billion (up 4%) [12]. - The guidance assumes a West Texas Intermediate oil price of $68 per barrel and a Henry Hub natural gas price of $3.00 per million British thermal units [12].

Core Viewpoint - EverGen Infrastructure Corp. has successfully closed a Private Placement transaction with Ask America, LLC, raising CAD$5,000,000 and undergoing a significant Change of Management [1][2][6]. Private Placement - The first tranche of the Private Placement involved the issuance of 8,333,333 Common Shares at a price of $0.60 per share, resulting in gross proceeds of CAD$5,000,000 [2]. - The Company anticipates additional tranches of the Private Placement, potentially raising up to CAD$7,000,000 in total [2]. - The Common Shares from the Private Placement are subject to a four-month hold period under applicable securities laws [3]. Change of Management - A majority of the executive officers and directors resigned, with a new management team appointed, including Chase Edgelow as CEO and Ron Green as COO [6]. - The new Board of Directors consists of Chase Edgelow, Varun Anand, Blake Almond, and Mischa Zajtmann, and these changes were approved by a majority of shareholders [6]. Shareholder Impact - Following the Private Placement, Ask America holds approximately 37% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares on a non-diluted basis and about 34% on a fully diluted basis [8]. - Prior to the Private Placement, Ask America did not own any securities of the Company [8]. Equity Incentive Grant - The Company granted 1,500,000 stock options, 150,000 deferred share units, and 350,000 restricted share units to certain directors and officers as part of its equity incentive plan [10]. - The stock options have an exercise price of $0.60 per Common Share and a seven-year term, with vesting occurring over three years [10]. Company Overview - EverGen Infrastructure Corp. is a Canadian renewable natural gas infrastructure platform focused on combating climate change and promoting sustainable energy solutions [11]. - The Company is headquartered on the West Coast of Canada and is involved in acquiring, developing, and operating renewable energy projects [11].