MPLX LP (MPLX)

MPLX, a midstream oil and natural gas MLP, offers a compelling 7.6% dividend yield with a robust 1.5 coverage ratio, multiple expansion projects, and recent acquisitions, making it an attractive option for income investors.

Marathon Petroleum Corp. has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.91 per share, payable on September 10, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 20, 2025.

Kayne Anderson Energy Infrastructure Fund reported its unaudited balance sheet, net asset value, and asset coverage ratios as of April 30, 2025. The fund's net assets were $2.3 billion, and its net asset value per share was $13.50. The fund's asset coverage ratios were 713% for senior securities and 515% for total leverage.

The article discusses how the election of Donald Trump could lead to a major shift in U.S. energy policy, potentially boosting oil and gas output. It highlights three energy stocks - MPLX LP, Devon Energy, and Chevron - that could benefit from the new administration's policies.

The midstream oil and gas pipeline industry is expected to benefit from stable fee-based revenues, a strong project backlog, and attractive dividend yields. Enbridge, The Williams Companies, Kinder Morgan, and MPLX are highlighted as frontrunners in the industry.