Building an investment portfolio from scratch can be difficult, especially if you're new to investing. It's easy to feel overwhelmed with so many different investment options out there, but focusing on stocks that are set to outperform the market over the next 12 months is an excellent place to start.
Now, let's break down why adding this one exceptional stock, highlighted below, to your portfolio could be a recipe for success.
Findlay, OH-based MPLX LP is a master limited partnership (MLP) engaged in providing a wide range of midstream energy services, including fuel distribution solutions. The large-cap partnership was created in 2012 to own, operate and develop midstream energy infrastructures and logistics assets, mostly for its parent company Marathon Petroleum Corporation. Notably, Marathon Petroleum holds around 64% of MPLX's outstanding common units.
On March 26, 2024, MPLX was added to the Zacks Focus List at $40.69 per share. Shares have increased 28.58% to $52.32 since then.
Three analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for fiscal 2025, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.13 to $4.41. MPLX also boasts an average earnings surprise of 3.6%.
Earnings for MPLX LP are forecasted to see growth of 4.8% for the current fiscal year as well.
It can be very profitable to buy stocks with rising earnings estimates, as stock prices respond to revisions. By adding a Focus List stock like MPLX, there's a great chance you'll be getting into a company whose future earnings estimates will be raised, which can lead to price momentum.
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