From Yahoo Finance: 2025-06-08 15:37:00

ExxonMobil’s investment plan could boost earnings by $20 billion and cash flow by $30 billion by 2030. Kinder Morgan has pipeline projects in progress until 2030. Both companies aim to sustain their high-yielding dividends for at least five years, backed by growth initiatives. ExxonMobil has raised dividends for 42 years and plans to invest $140 billion in projects through 2030 for substantial returns. Exxon projects $165 billion in surplus cash by 2030, enabling dividend growth and stock buybacks. Kinder Morgan extended its dividend growth streak to eight years in 2025, expects continued growth for five more years, with stable cash flows and expansion projects. The company retains a portion of cash flow for investments and has $8.8 billion in expansion projects underway. ExxonMobil and Kinder Morgan stand out for visible earnings and cash flow growth through 2030, likely supporting dividend growth. Kinder Morgan’s expansion projects, including acquisitions, provide cash flow growth visibility through at least 2030. ExxonMobil wasn’t named among the top 10 stocks to buy now by the Motley Fool Stock Advisor team. The team’s picks have historically generated significant returns compared to the S&P 500. Matt DiLallo has positions in Kinder Morgan, and The Motley Fool recommends and has positions in Kinder Morgan.

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