Stacey Morris is the Director of Research at Alerian, which equips investors to make informed decisions about Master Limited Partnerships (MLPs) and energy infrastructure. Ms. Morris engages with the investment community to increase awareness of the Alerian Index Series and support broader understanding of the role that midstream assets play in North American energy markets. Ms. Morris was previously the Investor Relations Manager for Alon USA Energy, overseeing investor communications for the corporation and its variable distribution MLP, Alon USA Partners. Prior to Alon, she covered the integrated majors and refiners at Raymond James as a Senior Associate in the firm’s Equity Research Division. Ms. Morris graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Stetson University, and is a CFA charterholder.
Midstream Malaise: What’s Wrong (and Right) with Midstream?
Although midstream remains defensive, the sector has not been immune to the general malaise in energy. This piece provides an update on what has been plaguing broader energy, what is weighing on...
FERCtastic: What MLP and Midstream Investors Should Know about the FERC
Summary Midstream investors should have some familiarity with the FERC given its oversight of interstate pipeline rates, LNG export projects, and interstate natural gas pipeline projects. FERC is...
The Knock-On Effects of Low Natural Gas Prices for MLPs and Midstream
With natural gas at multi-year lows and producers focused on capital discipline, slowing upstream activity can have implications for midstream growth, particularly for names involved in gas gathering...
The Case for Energy Infrastructure in Your Portfolio
Today’s post and related white paper outline the investment case and potential benefits of adding energy infrastructure to your portfolio. If you’re looking for income, diversification, real asset...
MLP Consolidation Part 2: Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes in Midstream and Investor Implications
Having discussed MLP consolidations at the company level last week, this week’s piece provides a broader view of the midstream universe. Should the changes in the investment landscape impact your...
MLP Consolidation Part 1: The Nearly Departed
Recent news flow has revived the MLP consolidation conversation, even as anticipated transactions have largely been completed. Which MLPs are going away, and which MLPs are potential consolidation...