10-QPeriod: Q1 FY2005

ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS L.P. Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Mar 31, 2005

Filed May 10, 2005For Securities:EPDEPDU

Summary

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (EPD) reported significant growth in its first quarter of 2005, with revenues climbing to $2.56 billion, a substantial increase from $1.70 billion in the prior year's quarter. This growth was largely driven by higher NGL and petrochemical marketing activities, benefiting from increased sales volumes and prices, as well as the consolidation of recently acquired businesses, notably GulfTerra and South Texas midstream assets. Net income more than doubled to $109.3 million from $62.5 million in the first quarter of 2004. This strong performance reflects the successful integration of acquisitions, improved operational efficiencies, and strategic capital allocation. The company also maintained a healthy liquidity position, with approximately $58 million in unrestricted cash and substantial credit availability, enabling continued investment in growth projects and strategic initiatives.

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenues surged by 50% year-over-year to $2.56 billion for the first quarter of 2005, driven by strong NGL and petrochemical marketing, and expanded asset base.
  • 2Net income more than doubled to $109.3 million in Q1 2005, up from $62.5 million in Q1 2004, indicating improved profitability and operational leverage.
  • 3Significant capital expenditures of $405.4 million were deployed in Q1 2005, primarily on business combinations (including Indian Springs and Dixie acquisitions) and growth capital projects, signaling a focus on expansion.
  • 4The company successfully repaid its $364-Day Acquisition Credit Facility and reduced outstanding debt, demonstrating proactive debt management.
  • 5Total assets grew to $11.53 billion as of March 31, 2005, from $11.32 billion at the end of 2004, reflecting ongoing investments and acquisitions.
  • 6The company announced a quarterly distribution of $0.41 per common unit for the first quarter of 2005, payable in May 2005, signaling confidence in its financial performance and commitment to unitholder returns.
  • 7EPD continues to expand its asset base through strategic acquisitions, notably the purchases of interests in Indian Springs and Dixie, bolstering its midstream infrastructure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Revenue growth in Q1 2005 was primarily driven by higher volumes and prices in NGL and petrochemical marketing activities. Additionally, the consolidation of businesses acquired or consolidated since March 31, 2004, notably the GulfTerra merger and South Texas midstream assets, significantly contributed to the revenue increase.

Enterprise Products Partners actively managed its debt. Proceeds from a February 2005 equity offering were used to fully repay the $364-Day Acquisition Credit Facility. The company also issued $500 million in senior notes, using a portion of the proceeds to repay $350 million of existing debt, demonstrating a strategic approach to managing its debt structure.

The company forecasts capital spending of up to $2 billion over the next two to three years, primarily for growth projects in the Gulf of Mexico and Western regions of North America. For 2005, total capital spending is estimated at $970 million, encompassing both growth projects and acquisitions ($900 million) and sustaining capital expenditures ($70 million). This indicates a strong commitment to expanding its asset base and capturing future growth opportunities.

Profitability significantly improved. Net income for the first quarter of 2005 was $109.3 million, a substantial increase from $62.5 million in the first quarter of 2004. This improvement reflects the benefits of acquisitions, operational efficiencies, and favorable market conditions in its NGL and petrochemical segments.