Energy Transfer LPRising natural gas demand tied to AI data centers benefits Energy Transfer's midstream business.
Energy Transfer is viewed as a more attractive energy investment than Occidental Petroleum for the second half of 2026, according to an analysis. Energy Transfer, a major midstream company operating over 140,000 miles of pipeline, is better insulated from volatile oil prices and benefits from rising natural gas demand tied to AI data centers, while offering a forward yield of 6.9%. Occidental Petroleum, primarily an upstream producer, is more sensitive to crude oil prices and carries a lower forward yield of 2.3%, though it can sustain its capex and dividends with WTI crude above $40-$45 per barrel. Energy Transfer trades at seven times this year's adjusted EBITDA, compared to four times for Occidental, but its stability and AI exposure make it the preferred pick amid uncertain oil prices.
Energy Transfer LPRising natural gas demand tied to AI data centers benefits Energy Transfer's midstream business.
Energy Transfer Partners L.PRising natural gas demand tied to AI data centers benefits Energy Transfer's midstream business.
Occidental Petroleum CorporationOccidental is more sensitive to volatile crude oil prices, which are uncertain.