Core Viewpoint - The article highlights three high-yield dividend stocks that are considered strong investment opportunities due to their stability and growth potential. Group 1: Brookfield Infrastructure - Brookfield Infrastructure consists of two publicly listed entities: Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (BIP) and Brookfield Infrastructure Corporation (BIPC) [3][4] - BIP has a forward distribution yield of nearly 5%, while BIPC's dividend yield is over 4.2% [4] - The company has a market capitalization of $17 billion, with a gross margin of 26.94% and a dividend yield of 4.78% [6] - Brookfield Infrastructure has increased its distribution for 17 consecutive years, targeting annual distribution growth of 5% to 9% with a payout ratio of 60% to 70% [6][7] Group 2: Enbridge - Enbridge operates an extensive pipeline network, transporting 30% of North America's crude oil and 20% of the natural gas consumed in the U.S. [8][9] - The company has a market capitalization of $117 billion, with a gross margin of 32.74% and a dividend yield of 5.12% [10][11] - Enbridge has increased its dividend for 31 consecutive years and has a strong track record of meeting or beating financial guidance for 20 years [11] - Management has identified approximately $50 billion in growth opportunities through the end of the decade, with potential investments of $10 billion to $20 billion in the next 24 months [12] Group 3: Realty Income - Realty Income is a REIT that owns over 15,500 properties across the U.S., U.K., and Europe [13] - The company has a market capitalization of $57 billion, with a gross margin of 48.73% and a dividend yield of 5.30% [15][16] - Realty Income has increased its dividend for 31 consecutive years and pays dividends monthly, outperforming the S&P 500 in 11 of the 13 significant market drawdowns since 1994 [14][16] - The company sees attractive growth opportunities in Europe, where the total addressable market is larger than in the U.S. [17]

Core Viewpoint - South Bow is optimistic about the revival of the Keystone XL pipeline due to a favorable North American policy shift towards energy development, which may mitigate previous political and regulatory challenges [1] Company Developments - South Bow, established by former Keystone XL proponent TC Energy in 2024, aims to revive parts of the Keystone XL pipeline to enhance Canadian oil exports to the U.S. [1] - The proposed project, named the "Prairie Connector" pipeline, intends to transport up to 55,000 barrels per day (bpd) of Canadian oil to the U.S. Gulf Coast [1] Industry Context - The current geopolitical climate, including conflicts in Iran and Ukraine, underscores the importance of energy security, providing a supportive backdrop for pipeline development [1] - U.S. President Donald Trump is pushing to expedite energy project permitting and increase domestic oil and gas production, which could facilitate the proposed pipeline's approval [1] - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is also focused on leveraging the energy sector to boost the economy, promising to accelerate permitting processes and relax certain climate regulations that hinder oil industry growth [1] Market Engagement - South Bow has initiated a formal open season process to assess commercial interest in new pipeline capacity and gauge the confidence of the Canadian oil industry in increasing production over the next three to five years [1]

Group 1 - Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was aware of South Bow's plans to revive parts of the canceled Keystone XL pipeline when he discussed it with U.S. President Donald Trump in October [1] - South Bow is considering an expansion project to transport more Canadian oil to the U.S. by reviving sections of the Keystone XL pipeline [1] - Carney raised the possibility of reviving the Keystone XL pipeline during his White House meeting to ease trade tensions between Canada and the U.S. [1] Group 2 - South Bow confirmed it is evaluating a proposal to leverage existing infrastructure and permitted corridors in Canada to connect to U.S. crude oil pipelines [1] - Bridger Pipeline has filed a proposal to construct a 645-mile (1,038-km) pipeline to transport up to 550,000 barrels per day of Canadian crude oil to the U.S. market [1] - The Canadian government is not directly involved in South Bow's proposal, but energy will be a significant part of the upcoming Canada-United States-Mexico trade agreement review [1]

Core Insights - ONEOK reported a decline in fourth-quarter profit per share, primarily due to a significant drop in earnings from its natural gas transportation segment linked to the divestiture of an interstate pipeline network in 2024 [1][3]. Financial Performance - The company's earnings per share fell to $1.55 in the fourth quarter, down from $1.57 a year earlier [3]. - Adjusted quarterly core profit for the natural gas pipelines unit decreased to $261 million from $417 million year-over-year, with the pipeline divestiture accounting for a $264 million decline [3]. - Quarterly adjusted core profit for the refined products and crude segment dropped approximately 6% to $567 million [4]. - The natural gas liquids business saw a 4% increase in quarterly core profit compared to the previous year, while the natural gas gathering and processing segment recorded a 10% increase [4]. Market Conditions - The company faced challenges from low oil prices during the quarter, with benchmark Brent crude averaging $63.13 per barrel, down 11.3% from the previous year [2]. - Falling oil prices have pressured midstream service providers like ONEOK, leading to reduced pipeline transportation volumes as upstream drilling activity declines [2]. Future Outlook - ONEOK anticipates net income for the current year to be between $3.19 billion and $3.71 billion, with the midpoint falling below analysts' average estimate of $3.65 billion [4]. - The company has been diversifying its portfolio through acquisitions over the past two years, including a Gulf Coast NGL pipeline system and other midstream companies [5].

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record financial results, exceeding the midpoint of its 2025 guidance for both EBITDA and DCF per share, marking the 20th consecutive year of achieving or exceeding annual financial guidance [7] - Adjusted EBITDA increased by CAD 83 million compared to Q4 2024, DCF rose by CAD 0.06, and EPS increased by CAD 0.13 [26] - The debt to EBITDA ratio remains within the leverage range of 4.5-5 times, maintaining a strong investment-grade credit profile while growing investment capacity [7][29] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the liquids segment, strong mainline volumes and lower power costs contributed to year-over-year increases [26] - The gas transmission business experienced strong performance with contributions from the acquisition of an interest in Matterhorn and favorable spreads at Aitken Creek [26] - The gas distribution segment saw growth driven by rate escalation, customer growth, and colder weather [26] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The mainline transported approximately 3.1 million barrels per day on average, with significant demand leading to apportionment for all but three of the last 12 months [15] - Texas Eastern hit new peak records, transporting over 15 BCF per day in January, while Enbridge Gas Ohio achieved its third-highest throughput day in its history [9] - The Algonquin pipeline in New England experienced nine of its top 25 all-time volume days this winter, highlighting the need for energy affordability [9] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company sanctioned CAD 14 billion of capital across all businesses in 2025, with a growth backlog increasing by 35% since the last Investor Day [8] - Future growth is expected to be driven by CAD 10-$20 billion of growth projects over the next 24 months, enhancing energy security and affordability [12] - The company aims for 5% growth through the end of the decade, supported by a secured growth capital of CAD 39 billion [33] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving the 5% growth target, citing positive developments in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin and increasing production [40] - The company is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for natural gas and renewable energy, with significant opportunities in data centers and LNG exports [18][79] - Management emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong balance sheet and capital allocation strategy to support long-term growth [29][81] Other Important Information - The company has increased its dividend for 31 consecutive years, reinforcing its status as a dividend aristocrat [7] - The current backlog of projects is CAD 39 billion, extending through 2033, showcasing the company's ability to execute on growth opportunities [30] Q&A Session Summary Question: How does the investment capacity increase reconcile with the long-term growth trajectory? - Management indicated that the growth in investment capacity aligns with EBITDA growth, and confidence in meeting the 5% growth target is based on a strong backlog of projects [36][39] Question: What is the impact of Venezuelan production on future projects? - Management noted that while Venezuelan production may increase, Canadian crude will continue to be in demand, and the company is focused on expanding its Mainline to meet this demand [44][56] Question: How does the company view the potential for exceeding annual investment capacity? - Management expressed confidence in the ability to exceed the CAD 10-$11 billion annual investment capacity, emphasizing the importance of capital recycling and strong project returns [50][51] Question: What are the growth prospects for the gas transmission segment? - Management highlighted a significant demand for natural gas driven by affordability and reliability, with numerous expansion opportunities across the country [76][79]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported record financial results for Q4 2025, with adjusted EBITDA up CAD 83 million compared to Q4 2024, DCF up CAD 0.06, and EPS increased CAD 0.13 [23][24] - The debt to adjusted EBITDA ratio stands at 4.8, maintaining the leverage range of 4.5-5 times, which supports a strong investment-grade credit profile [26][27] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the liquids segment, strong mainline volumes and lower power costs contributed to year-over-year increases in earnings [23] - The gas transmission business experienced a strong fourth quarter, with contributions from the acquisition of an interest in Matterhorn and favorable spreads at Aitken Creek [24] - The gas distribution segment saw growth driven by rate escalations, customer growth, and favorable weather conditions [24] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The mainline transported approximately 3.1 million barrels per day on average, with significant demand leading to apportionment for all but three of the last 12 months [13][23] - The Texas Eastern pipeline hit new peak records, transporting over 15 BCF per day in January, indicating strong demand for gas transmission [7][23] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company sanctioned CAD 14 billion of capital across all businesses in 2025, with a growth backlog that has increased by 35% since the last Investor Day [5][11] - Future growth is expected to be driven by CAD 10-20 billion of growth projects over the next 24 months, enhancing energy security and affordability [11][30] - The company aims for 5% growth through the end of the decade, supported by a secured growth capital of CAD 39 billion [30] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving the 5% growth target, citing positive developments in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin and increasing production [36][37] - The company is optimistic about the demand for natural gas and the potential for further expansions in gas transmission and renewable power projects [12][19] Other Important Information - The company has increased its dividend for 31 consecutive years, highlighting its commitment to returning capital to shareholders [5][26] - The current backlog of projects is valued at CAD 39 billion, extending through 2033, showcasing the company's ability to execute on growth opportunities [27] Q&A Session Summary Question: Investment capacity increase and growth trajectory - The investment capacity increased by CAD 1 billion, and management is confident in achieving the 5% growth target, reconciling capacity growth with EBITDA growth [33][34] Question: Venezuelan geopolitical impact on projects - Management indicated that while Venezuelan production may impact the market, Canadian crude will continue to find demand, supporting ongoing projects like MLO 2 and MLO 3 [39][40] Question: Project backlog and funding sources - Management expressed confidence in managing the CAD 10-20 billion project backlog, noting that capacity will grow as EBITDA increases [45][46] Question: Expansion capabilities and tariffs - Management confirmed that existing infrastructure allows for significant expansion capabilities at Ingleside, and tariffs for expansions are expected to remain competitive [56][61] Question: Gas transmission growth sustainability - The gas transmission segment is expected to continue growing due to high demand for natural gas and ongoing projects, with a strong pipeline capacity across the country [70][75]

February 13th, 2026 Greg Ebel President & CEO Pat Murray EVP & CFO Reconciliations of forward-looking non-GAAP and other financial measures to comparable GAAP measures are not available due to the challenges and impracticability of estimating certain items, particularly certain contingent liabilities and non-cash unrealized derivative fair value losses and gains which are subject to market variability. Because of those challenges, reconciliations of forward-looking non-GAAP and other financial measures are ...

Core Insights - Enbridge Inc. reported record financial results for 2025, reaffirming its financial guidance for 2026 and growing its secured backlog to $39 billion, a 35% increase since the last Enbridge Day [1][2][3] Financial Performance - Full-year distributable cash flow (DCF) reached $12.5 billion, up 4% from $12.0 billion in 2024 [1][2] - Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 was $20.0 billion, a 7% increase from $18.6 billion in 2024 [1][2] - GAAP earnings attributable to common shareholders for 2025 were $7.1 billion, or $3.23 per share, compared to $5.1 billion, or $2.34 per share in 2024 [1][2] Growth Projects - Enbridge sanctioned $14 billion of organic growth projects in 2025, including significant investments in renewable energy and gas transmission [1][2][3] - The company placed $5 billion of organic growth capital into service in 2025 [1][2] - Key projects include the Cowboy Phase 1 solar facility and the Easter wind project, both secured by long-term power purchase agreements [1][2][3] Dividend and Financial Guidance - The quarterly dividend for 2026 was increased by 3% to $0.97 per share, marking the 31st consecutive annual increase [1][2][3] - Enbridge reaffirmed its 2026 financial guidance for adjusted EBITDA between $20.2 billion and $20.8 billion and DCF per share between $5.70 and $6.10 [1][2][3] Debt and Financing - The company exited 2025 with a Debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 4.8x, providing significant financial flexibility [1][2] - In November 2025, Enbridge issued $1.5 billion in senior notes to pay down existing debt and finance capital expenditures [1][2][3] Business Segment Performance - Liquids Pipelines segment adjusted EBITDA for 2025 was $9.7 billion, reflecting increased demand and operational efficiencies [4][5] - Gas Transmission segment adjusted EBITDA increased to $5.4 billion, driven by favorable contracting and successful rate case settlements [4][5] - Gas Distribution and Storage segment adjusted EBITDA rose to $4.1 billion, supported by higher rates and customer growth [4][5]

Market Overview - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's Liberal Democratic Party secured a supermajority in lower house elections, leading to a surge in Japanese stocks, with the Nikkei surpassing 58,000 for the first time [1] - The yen and Japanese government bonds (JGBs) strengthened, with the yen on track for its largest weekly gain in over a year, reflecting investor optimism about Takaichi's fiscal policies [1] - U.S. economic data showed mixed signals, with weaker-than-expected December retail sales raising expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, but January jobs numbers surprised positively, indicating a stabilizing labor market [1] Technology Sector - Tech stocks faced declines, with the Nasdaq Composite dropping 2% following disappointing earnings from Cisco Systems, and Apple experiencing a 5% drop, its largest since April [1] - The ongoing AI disruption trade has negatively impacted transportation stocks, highlighting the volatility in the tech sector [1] Energy Market - Oil prices remained rangebound, influenced by U.S.-Iran negotiations, with the International Energy Agency forecasting slower global oil demand growth than previously expected, suggesting a potential supply glut [1] - Brent crude prices remained near $70 a barrel, raising questions about the accuracy of market prices reflecting physical fundamentals [1] Investment Trends - Major tech companies are planning significant capital expenditures, with a combined $650 billion earmarked for 2026 among four leading firms, indicating a bullish outlook despite concerns over rising interest rates [1] - Global governments are expected to increase spending this year, which may counteract the pressures of high debt burdens and could impact bond markets negatively [1]

Core Insights - Loews Corporation reported a significant increase in net income for the fourth quarter of 2025, reaching $402 million or $1.94 per share, compared to $187 million or $0.86 per share in the same quarter of 2024, largely due to the absence of a pension settlement charge that impacted the previous year's results [2][5][8]. Consolidated Financial Highlights - For the fourth quarter of 2025, consolidated revenues totaled $4.734 billion, an increase from $4.546 billion in the fourth quarter of 2024 [19]. - The company’s net income attributable to Loews Corporation for the year ended December 31, 2025, was $1.667 billion, or $7.97 per share, compared to $1.414 billion, or $6.41 per share, in 2024 [8][19]. - Book value per share increased to $90.71 as of December 31, 2025, from $79.49 as of December 31, 2024 [4][19]. Segment Performance - CNA Financial's net income attributable to Loews Corporation was $276 million in Q4 2025, a significant increase from $19 million in Q4 2024, excluding the prior year's pension charge [4][5]. - Boardwalk Pipelines reported a decrease in net income to $110 million in Q4 2025 from $145 million in Q4 2024, primarily due to the non-recurrence of a $36 million income tax benefit recorded in the previous year [4][19]. - Loews Hotels & Co experienced a decline in net income to $6 million in Q4 2025 from $27 million in Q4 2024, mainly due to a $20 million asset impairment charge related to hotel renovations [4][19]. Share Repurchase Activity - In 2025, Loews Corporation repurchased a total of 8.9 million shares of its common stock for $782 million, with 1.0 million shares repurchased in Q4 2025 for $98 million [1][17]. Cash and Debt Position - As of December 31, 2025, Loews Corporation held $3.9 billion in cash and investments against $1.8 billion in debt, indicating a strong liquidity position [4].