Summit Midstream: Patience Is Key For Investing

Jun. 23, 2025 11:22 AM ETSummit Midstream Corporation (SMC) StockSMC
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Summary

  • Summit Midstream Corporation has managed its heavy debt load well, but weak oil and gas prices challenge its growth and utilization rates.
  • The company generates strong free cash flow and is focused on reducing debt to 3.5x EBITDA, aiming for a market re-rating.
  • Low asset utilization, especially in the Rockies and Piceance segments, and high interest expenses remain significant risks.
  • If Summit continues to pay down debt and improve utilization, SMC stock offers substantial long-term shareholder return potential.
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Drilling platform in Baku, Azerbaijan.

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Summit Midstream Corporation (NYSE:SMC) has done a fantastic job of navigating an incredibly burdensome debt load. The company has, however, underperformed since our last recommendation, as weak oil and gas pricing makes the continued drilling

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