Miller Howard Investments 13F: Adds $2.7M to WES Stake
Key Points
- Miller Howard Investments boosted its stake in Western Midstream Partners by 61,156 shares, increasing its total holdings to 1,710,098 shares valued at approximately $75.9 million.
- The fund's reported value for this position is about $75.9 million, making it 7.04% of their total 13F portfolio, ranking it fourth among their holdings.
- Western Midstream Partners recently traded at $45.17, which is about equal to its closing price on the filing date of October 26, 2026.
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Miller Howard Investments boosted its stake in Western Midstream Partners, LP (WES) by 61,156 shares in a filing on October 26, 2026. This brings their total holdings to 1,710,098 shares valued at approximately $75.9 million, according to their latest Form 13F filing with the SEC.
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Where Western Midstream Partners Fits in Miller Howard Investments' Portfolio
This position now represents 7.04% of Miller Howard's total reported 13F value of about $1.08 billion. The increase of 61,156 shares reflects a 3.7% rise in their holdings.
Other Institutional Activity in Western Midstream Partners
Cushing Asset Management, LP dba NXG Investment Management grew its holdings by 71,000 shares, totaling 1,330,900 shares worth about $59.1 million. Blackstone Inc added 1,611,908 shares, bringing its total to 10,367,520 shares valued at approximately $468.3 million. Meanwhile, Alps Advisors Inc. reduced its stake by 2,009,218 shares, ending with 36,629,600 shares valued at about $1.65 billion.
Western Midstream Partners, LP Stock Up 0.1%
Western Midstream Partners' stock recently traded at $45.17, which is about equal to its closing price on October 26, 2026. The stock is currently below its 50-day moving average of $46.74 but above its 200-day moving average of $44.07.
Recent Earnings
Western Midstream Partners reported trailing twelve-month revenue of approximately $4.33 billion, with an EPS of $3.16. The company is set to announce its next earnings results on November 4, 2026.
Dividend
The company pays an annual dividend of $3.72 per share, which gives it a yield of about 8.24%. The dividend payout ratio stands at 115.8%.
Insider Buying and Selling at Western Midstream Partners, LP
Insider transactions include General Counsel Christopher B. Dial, who sold 5,879 shares at an average price of $42.35 on February 12, 2026. Director Robert G. Phillips bought 1,250 shares at $40.19 on March 11, 2026, and Director Frederick A. Forthuber purchased 5,140 shares at $48.62 on August 12, 2026.
Analysts Set New Price Targets
On October 21, 2026, Morgan Stanley maintained its Equal-Weight rating on Western Midstream Partners with a target price of $52. Previously, Citigroup maintained a Neutral rating with a target of $45.00 on August 11, 2026. The consensus among analysts recommends a "buy" with a mean target price of $49.46 based on 13 opinions.
About Western Midstream Partners
Western Midstream Partners, LP operates primarily in the midstream energy sector, focusing on the gathering, processing, and transportation of natural gas, crude oil, and related products. The increase in Miller Howard Investments' stake highlights ongoing interest in the company amid a volatile energy market.
Bottom Line
Investors should watch for Western Midstream's upcoming earnings report on November 4, 2026, for insights into its performance. The recent stake increase by Miller Howard Investments may indicate confidence in the company's future prospects.
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Source: Miller Howard Investments's 13F filing on $WES (Oct 26, 2026). 13F filings show holdings as of the end of the reporting quarter and may not reflect the fund's current position. Written by software, not financial advice. How we make alerts