Hess Midstream Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 3/6
Hess Midstream is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 8.07%. Next payment date is on 14th May, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 7th May, 2026.
Key information
8.1%
Dividend yield
5.0%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 13.1% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 9.1% |
| Dividend Growth | 16.0% |
| Next dividend pay date | 14 May 26 |
| Ex dividend date | 07 May 26 |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 105% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
Analysis Article • May 07
Analysts Have Made A Financial Statement On Hess Midstream LP's (NYSE:HESM) First-Quarter Report
Last week saw the newest quarterly earnings release from Hess Midstream LP ( NYSE:HESM ), an important milestone in the...Seeking Alpha • May 05
Hess Midstream Is Already Fully Priced, Further Upside May Not Be Fueled
Summary Hess Midstream LP is downgraded from Buy to Hold as valuation approaches target price and upside appears limited. HESM's stable fee-based model and resilient natural gas Bakken volumes support high margins, but Bakken oil production growth has plateaued. Natural gas expansion in Bakken and a 7% dividend yield provide stable cash flow, justifying portfolio retention for existing holders. Technical indicators for HESM show cautious investor sentiment and limited buying momentum, with the stock trading near fair value at a 13.67x P/E. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • Apr 25
HESM: Buybacks And Distributions Will Balance Mixed Views On Future Execution
Hess Midstream's analyst price target has shifted from $38.67 to $37.50 as analysts factor in updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and a slightly higher future P/E, following mixed recent research that included both a downgrade and a separate price target increase. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Hess Midstream points in two directions, with one firm lifting its price target and Goldman Sachs moving to a more cautious stance.Narrative Update • Apr 10
HESM: Buybacks And Distributions Will Support Steady Forward Risk Reward Balance
Analysts have nudged their price target on Hess Midstream higher, with the updated fair value estimate moving from about $38.00 to roughly $38.67. This revision is supported by modest adjustments to assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E.Narrative Update • Mar 26
HESM: Buybacks And Rising Distributions Will Support Balanced Forward Returns
Analysts have adjusted their price target on Hess Midstream to $38.00 from $37.33, citing updated assumptions around profit margins and future P/E expectations. What's in the News The Board of Directors of Hess Midstream LP authorized a buyback plan on March 3, 2026, indicating approval for the company to repurchase its own units over time (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 12
HESM: Buybacks And Growing Distributions Will Support Steady Forward Returns
Analysts have inched up their fair value estimate for Hess Midstream to about $37.33 per share from roughly $36.83 per share, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. What's in the News The Board of Directors of Hess Midstream LP authorized a buyback plan on March 3, 2026, signaling approval for the partnership to repurchase its own units over time (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Feb 26
HESM: Updated 2026 Outlook And Distributions Will Support Steady Forward Returns
Analysts kept their fair value estimate for Hess Midstream steady at $36.83, citing only very small refinements to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions, rather than any broad change in their outlook. What's in the News Hess Midstream LP updated its 2026 earnings outlook, with expected full year net income in a range of US$650 million to US$700 million, alongside detailed operating targets for gas gathering, crude oil gathering, gas processing, crude terminal volumes, and water gathering volumes for the same period (company guidance).Narrative Update • Feb 08
HESM: Future Earnings And Distributions Will Reflect Updated 2026 Guidance And Stable Returns
Analysts have modestly adjusted their price targets for Hess Midstream, citing small updates to the discount rate, revenue growth assumptions, profit margin expectations and future P/E. Together these refinements affect their view of the partnership's valuation rather than marking a major shift.Analysis Article • Feb 05
Results: Hess Midstream LP Beat Earnings Expectations And Analysts Now Have New Forecasts
Last week saw the newest annual earnings release from Hess Midstream LP ( NYSE:HESM ), an important milestone in the...Analysis Article • Jan 30
Hess Midstream's (NYSE:HESM) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
Hess Midstream LP's ( NYSE:HESM ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to $0.7641 on...Narrative Update • Jan 25
HESM: Future Earnings And Distributions Will Reflect Stable Volumes And Capital Returns
Analysts have kept their price target on Hess Midstream broadly aligned with prior levels, reflecting updated assumptions around a discount rate of 7.14%, a revenue growth outlook of 1.06%, a profit margin of 30.68%, and a forward P/E of 14.01x, which they view as appropriately balancing risk and return expectations. What's in the News Issued full year 2026 earnings guidance, with expected net income between US$650 million and US$700 million, along with detailed volume expectations across gas gathering, crude oil gathering, gas processing, crude terminals and water gathering.Narrative Update • Jan 11
HESM: Future Volumes And Distributions Will Frame Steady Earnings And Capital Returns
Analysts have nudged their price target on Hess Midstream slightly lower to US$36.83 from about US$36.86, reflecting updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins and the future P/E multiple. What's in the News Issued unaudited earnings guidance for the fourth quarter of 2025, with expected net income of US$170 million to US$180 million, and full year 2025 net income of US$685 million to US$695 million (company guidance).Narrative Update • Dec 16
HESM: Bakken Rig Cuts Will Shape Future EBITDA And Capital Returns
Analysts have trimmed their average price target for Hess Midstream to about $37. This reflects reduced long term revenue growth expectations amid anticipated Chevron rig cuts in the Bakken and more modest, though still resilient, EBITDA and capital return trajectories.Narrative Update • Dec 01
HESM: Slower Bakken Activity And Dividends Will Define Future Returns
Analysts have reduced their average price target for Hess Midstream from $37 to approximately $36.86. This change reflects expectations of slower EBITDA growth and balanced risk in light of Chevron's anticipated reduction in Bakken activity and a revised capital return outlook.Narrative Update • Nov 17
HESM: Dividend Strength And Buybacks Will Offset Chevron Bakken Uncertainty
Analysts have lowered their price target for Hess Midstream to $37 from $41 per share. They cite slower growth expectations because of anticipated reductions in Chevron's Bakken rig activity and a more cautious outlook for future earnings.Analysis Article • Nov 06
Results: Hess Midstream LP Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates
Hess Midstream LP ( NYSE:HESM ) came out with its third-quarter results last week, and we wanted to see how the...Narrative Update • Nov 03
HESM: Dividend Growth And Buybacks Will Offset Bakken Development Uncertainty
Hess Midstream's analyst price target has been revised downward from $40 to $37 as analysts adjust expectations for slower revenue growth and profit margins. This is largely due to a tempered outlook for Bakken activity and more conservative future earnings assumptions.Narrative Update • Oct 20
US Energy Demand Will Sustain Bakken Throughput Into New Horizons
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Hess Midstream from $41.29 to $40.00, citing moderated growth forecasts and tempered capital return expectations in light of updated views on Bakken activity. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst assessments of Hess Midstream reflect a nuanced outlook, with both bullish and bearish perspectives factoring into the company's revised valuation and growth trajectory.Narrative Update • Oct 05
US Energy Demand Will Sustain Bakken Throughput Into New Horizons
Hess Midstream's analyst price target has been lowered by nearly $3, from approximately $44.17 to $41.29 per share, as analysts reset growth expectations in response to reduced rig activity in the Bakken and a less certain outlook following Chevron's acquisition of Hess Corp. Analyst Commentary Following the recent developments affecting Hess Midstream, analysts have delivered a mix of optimistic and cautious insights regarding the company’s future valuation, growth prospects, and capital allocation potential.Narrative Update • Sep 20
US Energy Demand Will Sustain Bakken Throughput Into New Horizons
Analysts have reduced their price target for Hess Midstream to $44.17, citing heightened uncertainty over future growth and capital returns due to Chevron’s rig reductions and less compelling standalone prospects post-acquisition. Analyst Commentary Chevron’s decision to reduce Bakken rigs is expected to significantly lower Hess Midstream's near-term EBITDA growth and capital return prospects.Analysis Article • Aug 01
Hess Midstream's (NYSE:HESM) Dividend Will Be Increased To $0.737
Hess Midstream LP's ( NYSE:HESM ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to $0.737 on...Analysis Article • Jun 30
Is There An Opportunity With Hess Midstream LP's (NYSE:HESM) 47% Undervaluation?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Hess Midstream is US$72.44 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Hess...Seeking Alpha • Apr 16
Hess Midstream: Near Its Ceiling, But Solid Floor
Summary Hess Midstream LP offers a stable 7–8% dividend yield, supported by fixed fee-based contracts and a reliable main customer, Chevron. The company maintains a strong distribution coverage ratio and targets leverage around 3x EBITDA, reflecting a conservative financial posture. Despite reaching near fair value at $36.50, HESM remains attractive for its high dividend yield and consistent cash flow, but growth is limited. Key risks include heavy dependence on Chevron and limited expansion opportunities, justifying a HOLD rating for current investors. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jan 29
Hess Midstream Continues To Deliver Excellent Results In Q4
Summary Hess Midstream LP has shown strong performance, with shares up 21% over the past year and a near-7% dividend yield, reaching a 52-week-high. The company reported solid quarterly results, with revenue up 11% and EBITDA margins expanding to 81%, driven by increased production and throughput volumes. Guidance for 2025 and beyond is robust, with expected EBITDA growth, stable leverage, and potential for significant buybacks, supporting a bullish outlook. The potential Chevron acquisition of Hess could further boost HESM's value, with a likely deal premium for shareholders, enhancing the investment thesis. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Oct 31
Hess Midstream Operations Are Great And Overshadowed By The Acquisition
Summary Hess reported unfavorable United States results and has for some time. Hess Midstream services the largest part of the United States business. Clearly, the profitability situation needs to be fixed. The uncertainty of the profitability enhancement moves affects the future prospects of the stock. Chevron, in particular, could shut down the operations, sell that part of the business, or increase the profitability itself. One insider clearly "wants out." Until that insider is gone, the stock is likely going nowhere. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Sep 20
Hess Midstream: Insider Sales Continue
Summary Insider sales may cause a period of stock pricing weakness that could take months to resolve. The upsized offering of 11 million shares combined with recent sales history should indicate that a backer is exiting. The uncertainty surrounding Chevron's acquisition of Hess adds risk. Hess Midstream appears fully valued; dividend increases, and the accompanying appreciation, do not appear to compensate for the risk of an unfavorable outcome. Past Chevron actions may mitigate the risk of an unfavorable outcome in the eyes of some investors. But the future holds no guarantees. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 27
Expanding Bakken Operations And Shareholder Returns Promise Bright Future
Expansion in gas gathering, processing, and infrastructure development highlights growth in critical operational areas, aiming to enhance revenue through Bakken region support.Seeking Alpha • Jul 14
Hess Midstream: One Of The Strongest Buys In The Midstream Space
Summary Hess Midstream LP (HESM) is a pure play midstream company, which trades at a steep discount to sector peers. By assessing the underlying fundamentals from the cash generation and capital structure perspective, we could easily make the case that HESM deserves a premium. In this article I explain why, in my opinion HESM presents one of the most attractive midstream investment plays. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Jun 08
Hess Midstream: Beyond 7.3% Yield, A Perfect Investment For Income And Growth
Summary Americans have more investment income than ever before, creating a divide between the "haves" and "have-nots." Hess Midstream LP is a strong income investment option, offering stability through long-term contracts and a 7.3% yield. HESM has strong fundamentals, including a healthy balance sheet and a commitment to 5% annual dividend growth. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaStability and Growth of Payments
Fetching dividends data
Stable Dividend: Whilst dividend payments have been stable, HESM has been paying a dividend for less than 10 years.
Growing Dividend: HESM's dividend payments have increased, but the company has only paid a dividend for 9 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| Hess Midstream Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (HESM) | 8.1% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.4% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.2% |
| Industry Average (Oil and Gas) | 3.3% |
| Analyst forecast (HESM) (up to 3 years) | 9.1% |
Notable Dividend: HESM's dividend (8.07%) is higher than the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.39%).
High Dividend: HESM's dividend (8.07%) is in the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.21%)
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its high payout ratio (105.1%), HESM's dividend payments are not well covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: At its current cash payout ratio (88.9%), HESM's dividend payments are covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 19:27 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Hess Midstream LP is covered by 14 analysts. 6 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Douglas Irwin | Citigroup Inc |
| John Mackay | Goldman Sachs |
| Jeremy Tonet | J.P. Morgan |