Earning Preview: Enbridge revenue is expected to increase with modest margin gains, and institutional views are broadly positive

Earnings Agent
Feb 06

Abstract

Enbridge will report fiscal fourth-quarter 2025 results on February 13, 2026 Pre-Market; this preview summarizes last quarter’s performance, the current quarter’s revenue, margin and EPS forecasts, and the latest institutional sentiment from January 01, 2026 to February 06, 2026.

Market Forecast

Consensus forecasts for Enbridge’s current quarter point to revenue of $16.50 billion, EBIT of $3.66 billion, and EPS of $0.77, with EPS projected to grow by 2.75% year over year and EBIT by 17.66% year over year; revenue growth is expected to be slower, consistent with regulated and contract-driven profiles. Forecast margin commentary implies steady-to-slightly higher gross profit margin and net profit margin as commodity-linked headwinds ease and cost discipline persists. Enbridge’s mainline and gas utility-backed revenue base is expected to remain resilient, while contracted cash flows continue to anchor EPS visibility. The most promising segment is gas transmission and distribution, where revenue stability and incremental growth are anticipated as recent expansions and customer additions contribute to year-over-year improvement.

Last Quarter Review

In the previous quarter, Enbridge delivered revenue of $14.64 billion, a gross profit margin of 42.02%, net profit attributable to the parent company of $0.79 billion, a net profit margin of 5.38%, and adjusted EPS of $0.46; net profit decreased by 65.42% quarter over quarter, and revenue contracted year over year. A key financial highlight was disciplined cost control and stable gross margin despite softer commodity-driven revenue, which supported operating profitability in a challenging environment. By business line, revenue was led by commodity-related activities at $8.40 billion, followed by transportation and other services at $4.94 billion, and gas distribution at $1.30 billion, with the mix underscoring the company’s balanced exposure across fee-based and utility-like cash flows.

Current Quarter Outlook

Mainline and Liquids Transportation

The liquids-heavy transportation network remains the center of Enbridge’s earnings capacity this quarter. Throughput agreements and take-or-pay contracts typically insulate top-line performance from spot commodity swings, but volumes and apportionment trends can influence ancillary revenues. With benchmark differentials stabilizing and refinery runs seasonally firming, management’s projected revenue of $16.50 billion and EBIT of $3.66 billion suggest a moderate pickup in contribution from liquids transportation relative to the prior quarter. A steady gross profit margin profile is consistent with indexed tariffs and embedded inflation escalators across core pipelines. The primary near-term sensitivity resides in unplanned outages or extended maintenance on key corridors, which could transiently pressure throughput despite supportive contract structures.

Gas Transmission and Distribution

Gas transmission and distribution continues to be the most promising growth area, supported by regulated returns and expanding customer bases. The forecast points to year-over-year EPS growth of 2.75%, which, combined with an expected 17.66% EBIT uplift, implies improved operating leverage from gas utilities and transmission expansions now entering service. Rate case progress and in-flight projects are expected to underpin revenue stability and incremental margin expansion. Heating demand and seasonal weather variability can shift volumetric contributions, but the regulated framework and long-term contracts should keep earnings comparatively steady. Over the medium term, incremental capital placed into service in gas infrastructure can drive further step-ups in EBIT, though the immediate quarter’s contribution is mostly driven by assets already online.

Stock Price Drivers This Quarter

Investor attention is likely to focus on the translation of contract escalators and cost discipline into margins and EPS within a low-volatility revenue backdrop. Any disclosure on project execution timelines, commissioning milestones, or cost-to-complete metrics could recalibrate expectations for 2026 cash flows and inform valuation multiples. Balance sheet commentary and capital allocation updates, especially around funding plans, leverage, and the cadence of asset monetizations or joint ventures, will likely influence sentiment given the scale of ongoing capital programs. If the reported gross profit margin meets or slightly exceeds the prior quarter’s 42.02% while net profit margin trends higher from 5.38%, the market may infer additional headroom for dividend coverage and future rate base growth. Conversely, any unexpected rise in operating expenses or weaker-than-anticipated throughput could temper the anticipated EPS of $0.77.

Analyst Opinions

Recent institutional commentary tilts positive. Notably, RBC Capital reiterated a Buy rating with a C$72.00 target, and Jefferies maintained a Buy with a C$73.00 target, while Barclays and CIBC held neutral stances. Based on the sample of recently published ratings, bullish views outnumber neutral views, indicating a predominantly constructive institutional stance. The bullish camp emphasizes durable, contracted cash flows, visible earnings growth from gas utilities and transmission, and manageable execution risk across the capital program. The combination of projected revenue of $16.50 billion, EBIT of $3.66 billion, and EPS of $0.77, along with expected year-over-year EBIT growth of 17.66%, is cited as supportive of gradual multiple expansion provided margins track at or slightly above recent levels. Positive views also highlight that disciplined spending and the potential for incremental operating efficiencies could lift net profit margin above the prior quarter’s 5.38%. Overall, the majority perspective anticipates that steady operational delivery in liquids and incremental gains in gas transmission and distribution will underpin the quarter’s results and keep sentiment favorable into 2026.

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