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Aimee Duffy

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Contributing to Fool.com since 2011.

Recent Articles by Aimee Duffy

Nov 30, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

MLP Metrics That Matter: Distribution Coverage Ratio

How do Phillips 66 Partners, Genesis Energy, and Sunoco Logistics Partners stack up when we evaluate their distribution coverage ratios?

Nov 29, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

3 MLPs With Rock-Solid Distributions

Magellan Midstream Partners, Plains All American Pipeline, and Holly Energy Partners all have excellent distribution coverage.

Nov 29, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

Every MLP Distribution Increase From Q3

Of the 100 or so master limited partnerships in existence, only 55 increased their distributions this past quarter. Here's the list, which includes some top names like Kinder Morgan Energy Partners and Enterprise Products Partners.

Nov 28, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

1 MLP Distribution to Rely on Forever

Access Midstream Partners routinely covers its distribution, and its fee-based revenue stream should provide investors with plenty of security going forward.

Nov 27, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

Are These MLP's Distributions Safe for Investors?

How does Boardwalk Pipeline Partners' distribution coverage ratio compare to its nat gas peers?

Nov 25, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

Which One of These Reliable MLPs Are You Buying?

It's harder than you'd think to find decades of distribution consistency backed by solid fundamentals in the MLP space. Enterprise Products Partners, Holly Energy Partners, and Sunoco Logistics head up today's leaders.

Nov 24, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

5 Most Attractive Regions for Oil Investment

Oklahoma, home to Devon Energy and Magellan Midstream, ranks as the best place in the world for oil investment.

Nov 24, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

Metrics That Matter: Talking MLP Debt

Taking a look at debt through the lens of Enterprise Products Partners, Sunoco Logistics, Magellan Midstream Partners, and Plains All American Pipeline.

Nov 23, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

You Should Get to Know This Variable-Rate MLP

CVR Refining and Northern Tier Energy aren't the only variable rate MLPs in town. Why you should get to know PetroLogistics.

Nov 23, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

Will the Market Help Us Finally Kick Our Oil Habit?

Big money and new automotive options from Toyota and General Motors may make our oil habit a thing of the past.

Nov 23, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

What Does Debt Look Like at Magellan Midstream Partners?

Three charts to give some quick insight into Magellan Midstream's debt story.

Nov 22, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

Are Flat Distributions Red Flags at These MLPs?

Calumet Specialty Products and Southcross Energy Partners both held distributions flat this quarter. Should investors forgive and forget, or is there trouble ahead? The Fool takes a look.

Nov 22, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

10 Popping MLP Distributions

The results are in! These 10 MLPs -- including PetroLogistics, Atlas Resource Partners, and Dorchester Minerals -- increased their distributions more than any other partnership on an annual basis.

Nov 20, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

3 Charts Clear Up Kinder Morgan Energy Partners' Debt Picture

Going beyond a string of numbers, and using charts to show what debt looks like at Kinder Morgan, and why it matters.

Nov 20, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

These 6 MLPs Are the Only Ones That Cut Third-Quarter Distributions

Six MLPs out of more than 100 cut their third-quarter distributions. CVR Refining, Rentech Nitrogen, and Eagle Rock Energy lead the way.

Nov 19, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

A Quick Look at Buckeye Partners' Debt Story

When it comes to an MLP's debt story, these three charts are easier to digest than the long lists of maturities buried in SEC filings.

Nov 18, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

3 Charts That Explain This MLP’s Debt

Master limited partnership's issue a lot of debt, and it can be difficult to keep track of what's due when, and whether or not the MLP can pay it off in a timely fashion. Charts help.

Nov 13, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

MLPs and Debt Offerings: What Investors Need to Know

Master limited partnerships are constantly issuing new debt, and most times the press releases seem like they're written in another language. What do these deals really mean, and what do investors need to know going forward?

Nov 12, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

Western Refining Buys Ownership Stake in Northern Tier Energy

Western Refining announced it will pay $775 million for the general partner and a 38.7% limited partner interest in Northern Tier Energy.

Nov 12, 2013 by Aimee Duffy

NuStar Energy Is Up on Solid Q3 Earnings

The partnership is making progress in its efforts to refocus operations on its pipeline business. Net income, distributable cash flow both increase in third quarter for NuStar.

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