Kinder Morgan, a gas infrastructure leader, handles 40% of U.S. gas production through its pipelines, supporting a 4% dividend. In 2025, the company posted record earnings of $2.9 billion, with $8.4 billion in EBITDA. It maintained a strong balance sheet and plans to raise dividends by 2% in 2026. Kinder Morgan expects adjusted earnings to rise to $1.36 per share this year. The company has a backlog of $10 billion in growth projects and is capitalizing on surging gas demand. While not in the top 10 stocks to buy now, Kinder Morgan offers potential for total returns.

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