Enbridge (ENB) Stock Analysis
This is a peer-relative look at Enbridge (ENB): its performance, risk, profitability, growth, financial strength, dividend, and valuation are each measured against its Energy peers, so every number reads in context rather than in isolation.
Company Profile
| Profile Item | ENB |
|---|---|
| Name | Enbridge Inc. |
| Country/Region | Canada |
| GICS Sector | Energy |
| GICS Industry Group | Energy |
| GICS Industry | Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels |
| GICS Sub-Industry | Oil & Gas Storage & Transportation |
| Market Capitalization | 121.11 billion USD |
| Currency | USD |
| Exchange | NYSE |
| Listing Date | March 15, 1984 |
| Security Type | Common Stock |
Price Performance
Cumulative Growth
Trailing Returns
Calendar-Year Returns
Performance Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: ENB | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Total Return (1Y) | 29.48% | 47.02% |
| Total Return (3Y, Annualized) | 21.00% | 16.02% |
| Total Return (5Y, Annualized) | 14.30% | 20.34% |
Risk Profile
Drawdown History
Return Distribution
Risk Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: ENB | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Volatility (1Y, Annualized) | 16.67% | 41.47% |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.59 | 0.59 |
| Max Drawdown (5Y) | -28.31% | -52.50% |
Risk-Adjusted Performance
Risk-Return Positioning
Risk-Adjusted Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: ENB | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Sharpe Ratio (1Y) | 1.53 | 1.21 |
| Sortino Ratio (1Y) | 2.35 | 1.87 |
Profitability
ROE (TTM)
Enbridge (ENB) posts ROE of 10.13%, roughly around the peer group’s normal range. Shareholders’ equity is producing a return that looks broadly typical for the industry.
ENB
Energy industry group
10.13%
Group distribution
- Max
- 37.23%
- Q3
- 15.97%
- ENB
- 10.13%
- Median
- 9.26%
- Q1
- -1.11%
- Min
- -20.70%
Largest peers
- PBR
- 25.60%
- TTE
- 12.51%
- COP
- 11.28%
- SHEL
- 10.70%
- ENB
- 10.13%
- XOM
- 9.87%
- CVX
- 6.64%
Net Margin (TTM)
Enbridge (ENB) keeps 10.00% of revenue as net profit, roughly in line with the peer group’s normal net margin range. Its full cost stack is taking a typical share of sales for the industry.
ENB
Energy industry group
10.00%
Group distribution
- Max
- 46.37%
- Q3
- 18.84%
- ENB
- 10.00%
- Median
- 6.23%
- Q1
- 0.00%
- Min
- -27.23%
Largest peers
- PBR
- 21.60%
- COP
- 12.33%
- ENB
- 10.00%
- TTE
- 8.20%
- XOM
- 7.77%
- SHEL
- 7.01%
- CVX
- 5.93%
Operating Margin (TTM)
Enbridge (ENB) turns 14.73% of revenue into operating profit, roughly in line with the peer group’s normal operating margin range. Its core cost structure looks typical for the industry.
ENB
Energy industry group
14.73%
Group distribution
- Max
- 68.02%
- Q3
- 29.22%
- ENB
- 14.73%
- Median
- 12.12%
- Q1
- 0.00%
- Min
- -41.46%
Largest peers
- PBR
- 31.95%
- COP
- 22.05%
- TTE
- 20.35%
- SHEL
- 14.87%
- ENB
- 14.73%
- CVX
- 7.31%
- XOM
- 6.36%
Profitability Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: ENB | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| ROE (TTM) | 10.13% | 9.26% |
| ROA (TTM) | 3.17% | 4.22% |
| Net Margin (TTM) | 10.00% | 6.23% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 14.73% | 12.12% |
| Gross Margin (TTM) | 38.86% | 41.77% |
Growth
Revenue Growth
Enbridge (ENB) grew revenue 21.92%, in the upper peer quartile. The top line is expanding faster than at most industry peers, which points to share gains or stronger pricing.
EPS Growth
Enbridge (ENB) grew earnings per share 37.61%, in the upper peer quartile. Per-share profits are compounding faster than at most industry peers.
Growth Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: ENB | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue Growth (YoY) | 21.92% | 0.51% |
| Revenue Growth (3Y CAGR) | 6.94% | 0.65% |
| EPS Growth (YoY) | 37.61% | -12.75% |
| EPS Growth (3Y CAGR) | 36.00% | -12.42% |
Financial Strength
Current Ratio (MRQ)
Enbridge (ENB) has current ratio of 0.81, in the tighter-liquidity quartile for its industry. The short-term cushion is thinner than most peers carry, even if the absolute comfort level still depends on the business model.
ENB
Energy industry group
0.81
Group distribution
- Max
- 3.33
- Q3
- 2.11
- Median
- 1.30
- Q1
- 0.83
- ENB
- 0.81
- Min
- 0.08
Largest peers
- COP
- 1.29
- SHEL
- 1.28
- CVX
- 1.09
- TTE
- 1.08
- XOM
- 1.04
- ENB
- 0.81
- PBR
- 0.74
Debt / Equity (MRQ)
Enbridge (ENB) has debt-to-equity ratio of 1.60, in the higher-leverage quartile for its industry. The heavier reliance on borrowing can make earnings, rates, or refinancing conditions matter more.
ENB
Energy industry group
1.60
Group distribution
- Max
- 2.02
- ENB
- 1.60
- Q3
- 1.01
- Median
- 0.61
- Q1
- 0.31
- Min
- 0.00
Largest peers
- ENB
- 1.60
- PBR
- 0.83
- TTE
- 0.51
- SHEL
- 0.43
- COP
- 0.36
- CVX
- 0.24
- XOM
- 0.18
Financial Strength Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: ENB | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio (MRQ) | 0.81 | 1.30 |
| Debt / Equity (MRQ) | 1.60 | 0.61 |
| Net Debt / EBITDA | 6.33 | 1.39 |
Dividends
Dividend Yield (TTM)
Enbridge (ENB) has dividend yield of 6.82%, in the upper peer-yield quartile while still inside the industry range. The dividend offers more cash income per dollar of share price than most peers, though payout coverage still matters.
ENB
Energy industry group
6.82%
Group distribution
- Max
- 8.32%
- ENB
- 6.82%
- Q3
- 3.37%
- Median
- 1.41%
- Q1
- 0.00%
- Min
- 0.00%
Largest peers
- PBR
- 16.44%
- ENB
- 6.82%
- TTE
- 5.09%
- CVX
- 3.64%
- COP
- 2.80%
- XOM
- 2.72%
- SHEL
- 1.72%
Dividend Payout Ratio (TTM)
Enbridge (ENB) has payout ratio of 128.73%, meaning dividends exceeded current-period earnings. The gap would need to be covered by cash, retained earnings, financing, or other sources, so earnings alone do not support the payout.
ENB
Energy industry group
128.73%
Group distribution
- Max
- 139.86%
- ENB
- 128.73%
- Q3
- 62.17%
- Median
- 31.82%
- Q1
- 0.00%
- Min
- 0.00%
Largest peers
- ENB
- 128.73%
- CVX
- 120.38%
- XOM
- 68.01%
- TTE
- 58.84%
- COP
- 54.92%
- SHEL
- 45.05%
- PBR
- 41.58%
Dividend Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: ENB | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 6.82% | 1.41% |
| Dividend Payout Ratio (TTM) | 128.73% | 31.82% |
Valuation
P/E Ratio (TTM)
Enbridge (ENB) trades at P/E ratio of 26.79, near the industry’s usual earnings multiple. The stock is not showing a clear peer discount or premium on trailing earnings.
ENB
Energy industry group
26.79
Group distribution
- Max
- 56.89
- Q3
- 30.88
- ENB
- 26.79
- Median
- 17.62
- Q1
- 11.21
- Min
- 1.65
Largest peers
- CVX
- 33.00
- ENB
- 26.79
- XOM
- 24.99
- COP
- 19.62
- SHEL
- 13.58
- TTE
- 11.98
- PBR
- 5.79
P/S Ratio (TTM)
Enbridge (ENB) trades at 1.75 on P/S ratio, roughly in the peer group’s normal range. The market is not making a strong cheap-or-rich statement about its revenue base.
ENB
Energy industry group
1.75
Group distribution
- Max
- 5.86
- Q3
- 3.19
- Median
- 1.90
- ENB
- 1.75
- Q1
- 1.00
- Min
- 0.00
Largest peers
- COP
- 2.41
- CVX
- 2.05
- XOM
- 1.93
- ENB
- 1.75
- TTE
- 1.01
- SHEL
- 0.90
- PBR
- 0.24
P/B Ratio (MRQ)
Enbridge (ENB) trades at 2.93 on P/B ratio, in the higher book-value quartile. The market is paying a premium to book, so stronger ROE, cleaner assets, or a better growth profile need to justify it.
ENB
Energy industry group
2.93
Group distribution
- Max
- 5.02
- ENB
- 2.93
- Q3
- 2.85
- Median
- 1.76
- Q1
- 1.21
- Min
- 0.01
Largest peers
- ENB
- 2.93
- XOM
- 2.47
- COP
- 2.22
- CVX
- 2.06
- TTE
- 1.45
- SHEL
- 1.42
- PBR
- 1.37
Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current stock: ENB | Industry group median |
|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 26.79 | 17.62 |
| P/S Ratio (TTM) | 1.75 | 1.90 |
| P/B Ratio (MRQ) | 2.93 | 1.76 |
| Free Cash Flow Yield (TTM) | -1.18% | 3.34% |