Delek Logistics Partners (DKL) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Summary

1Key Financial Results and Metrics

Adjusted EBITDA: $132 million, up from $123 million year-over-year.

Distributable Cash Flow (DCF): $72 million, with a stable coverage ratio of approximately 1.2x.

Quarterly Distribution: Increased to $1.13 per unit, marking the 53rd consecutive increase.

Capital Expenditures: Total spending of approximately $50 million, with $42 million allocated to growth projects.

2Strategic Updates and Business Highlights

Operational Performance: Strong execution across all segments, particularly in gas, crude, and water services in the Permian Basin.

Gas Operations: Completion of the first AGI well and ongoing build-out of sour gas gathering infrastructure, expected to enhance capacity and utilization in the coming months.

Crude Gathering: Continued strength in DPG and DGG operations, despite temporary impacts from winter storm-related well shut-ins.

Water Business: Positive performance in produced water gathering, with plans for innovative solutions to meet increasing demand.

Third-Party Business Growth: Approximately 80% of run-rate EBITDA expected to come from third-party sources in 2026.

3Forward Guidance and Outlook

Full-Year EBITDA Guidance: Reaffirmed at $520 million to $560 million, with confidence driven by macroeconomic conditions and execution of strategic initiatives.

Growth Capital Spending: Planned between $180 million and $190 million, anticipated to yield an incremental $75 million in EBITDA on a run-rate basis.

4Bad News, Challenges, or Points of Concern

Impact of Winter Storm Fern: Approximately $10 million headwind to results due to well shut-ins and colder temperatures, although recovery is expected in subsequent quarters.

Wholesale Marketing and Terminalling Segment: Adjusted EBITDA decreased to $14 million from $18 million year-over-year, attributed to an amended agreement with Delek.

Market Conditions: Ongoing challenges related to Waha gas pricing and potential impacts on producer activity, though expected pipeline expansions may alleviate some pressure.

5Notable Q&A Insights

Market Environment: Executives expressed optimism regarding the macro environment and its favorable conditions for crude supply, particularly in light of geopolitical factors.

Gas Utilization Timeline: Anticipated ramp-up in gas utilization to reach capacity within 3 to 6 months, with ongoing efforts to enhance processing capacity.

Water Demand: Recognition of growing demand for water services, with strategic discussions underway to address treatment and disposal complexities.

Producer Sentiment: Positive feedback from producers regarding DKL's comprehensive service offerings, positioning the company well for future growth. Overall, DKL demonstrated solid financial performance and strategic execution in Q1 2026, with a positive outlook for the remainder of the year despite facing some operational challenges.