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    Earnings call· Jun 2026(Q2 FY26)

    Targa Resources Q2 FY26 earnings call TRGP

    Aug 6, 2026 Source

    Executive summary

    Targa Resources Q2 FY26 — Record Permian Volumes and Strong EBITDA Growth

    Targa delivered record Q2 FY26 results, driven by robust Permian activity and strong operational execution across its integrated wellhead-to-water system. Despite earlier weather challenges and Permian gas pricing volatility, the company is positioned for continued growth, with full-year adjusted EBITDA expected at the high end of guidance, supported by ongoing organic growth projects and strategic investments in critical infrastructure. The company continues to focus on capital discipline and increasing shareholder returns.

    Highlights

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    • Adjusted EBITDA increased 38% year-over-year to $1.603 billion.

    • Record Permian volumes reached 7.2 Bcf/d, up 14% YoY and 7% QoQ.

    • Record NGL transportation volumes of 1.1 MMBbl/d and fractionation volumes of 1.2 MMBbl/d were achieved.

    • Record LPG export loadings averaged 14.8 MMBbl/month in Q2 FY26.

    • Full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA is expected at the top end of the $5.7 billion to $5.9 billion guidance range.

    Concerns

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    • Marketing businesses outperformed expectations by approximately $250 million in H1 FY26 due to market volatility, which is not expected to recur at the same level in H2 FY26.

    • G&P unit margins decreased in Q2 FY26 due to commodity sensitivity, despite a 7% QoQ volume increase.

    Guidance & targets

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    CategoryTargetConfidence
    Full-year Adjusted EBITDA
    towards the top end of $5.7 billion to $5.9 billion
    high materiality
    High
    Net growth capital
    approximately $4.5 billion
    medium materiality
    High
    Net maintenance capital spending
    $250 million
    low materiality
    High
    Blackcomb pipeline in-service
    Q4 2026
    medium materiality
    High
    Traverse pipeline in-service
    mid-2027
    medium materiality
    High
    Speedway NGL transportation system in-service
    Q3 2027
    high materiality
    High
    LPG export capacity expansion in-service
    Q3 2027
    high materiality
    High
    Copperhead 1 & 2, YETI 1 & 2, Roadrunner gas processing plants in-service
    on track
    medium materiality
    High
    Train 12 & 13 fractionators in-service
    on track
    medium materiality
    High

    Segment performance

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    SegmentRevenueYoYQoQMargin
    Permian
    Record volumes, up 900 MMcf/d YoY and 450 MMcf/d QoQ, despite 200-400 MMcf/d shut-ins in Q2 due to weak Waha prices. Most shut-ins returned in July. East Driver plant in Midland came online ahead of schedule.
    Gas processing volumes: 7.2 Bcf/d
    		—14%7%—
    NGL Transportation
    Record volumes, effectively running full since Speedway announcement. Delaware Express pipeline came online in Q2.
    Transportation volumes: 1.1 MMBbl/d
    		————
    Fractionation
    Record volumes. Train 11 came online early Q2 and was quickly highly utilized.
    Fractionation volumes: 1.2 MMBbl/d
    		————
    LPG Export
    Record loadings during Q2, driven by increased global demand for U.S. hydrocarbons and ability to load more butane. Highly contracted through LEP startup and beyond.
    Export loadings: 14.8 MMBbl/month
    		————

    Operational metrics

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    Adjusted EBITDA
    $1.603 billion14% higher than Q1
    Q2 FY26
    Adjusted EBITDA growth
    38%YoY
    Q2 FY26
    Marketing optimization margin outperformance
    $250 million
    H1 FY26

    not included in guidance, much occurred in Q2

    Available liquidity
    $3.2 billion
    Q2 FY26 end
    Pro forma consolidated leverage ratio
    3.4x
    Q2 FY26 end

    well within long-term target range of 3-4x

    Common dividend per share
    $1.2525% increase relative to Q2 FY25
    Q2 FY26
    Common stock repurchased
    $80 million
    Q2 FY26

    opportunistically repurchased

    Accounts receivable securitization facility
    extended to July 30, 2027
    July 2026
    Permian gas processing plant additions
    2 plants
    YTD FY26
    Permian gas processing plant additions under construction
    5 plants
    current
    Speedway NGL transportation system capacity
    500,000 barrels per day
    initial capacity
    LPG export capacity (expansion)
    90 million barrels per month
    post-expansion

    Industry KPIs

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    MetricValueDetails
    Pipeline throughput storage1.1 million, 1.2 millionbarrels per day
    Basin level production volume7.2 billioncubic feet per day
    FCF shareholder distributions$1.25, $80 millionUSD per share, USD

    Deals & partnerships

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    multiple partnersEquity interest in natural gas pipelines

    17.5% equity interest in Blackcomb and Traverse natural gas pipelines

    Capital programs

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    East Driver Gas Processing Plantcompleted

    began service ahead of schedule

    Train 11 Fractionatorcompleted

    came online early in the second quarter and was quickly highly utilized

    Delaware Express Pipelinecompleted

    Benefit: much needed capacity for growing NGL supply

    came online during the second quarter

    Risks & headwinds

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    Lower marketing optimization marginH2 2026

    H1 2026 benefited from marketing opportunities that were not included in our guidance provided in February

    Mitigation: conservatively forecast in the back half of the year; underlying volume trajectory is strong

    Permian gas takeaway constraints and weak Waha pricesQ2 FY26

    200 million to 400 million cubic feet per day of gas shut-in behind our Permian systems on any given day with weak Waha prices in Q2 FY26

    Mitigation: With Hubrinsin Phase 1 and the GCX expansion now online, most price-driven producer shut-ins returned to our system in July

    Unit margin decline in G&PQ2 FY26

    G&P volumes were up 7% quarter-over-quarter and then gross margins were up 4%, so our unit margins went down

    Mitigation: moving to G&P contracts to fee-based contracts; commodity price was a slight offset

    What to watch in Q3 FY26

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    Permian volume growth

    back half of the year and into '27
    Currenttracking ahead of expectations for 2026, July strong
    TargetContinued strong growth, higher than expected

    Why it matters

    Sustained Permian volume growth is the primary driver for Targa's integrated system performance and future EBITDA.

    for the year now, I'd say that we are tracking ahead of expectations with a view of continued volume growth across the back half of the year.

    Q&A highlights

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    How are volumes trending, what's the status of shut-ins, and how does activity compare to expectations for H2 2026 and 2027?

    Jen Kneale stated that volume growth is strong, tracking ahead of expectations for 2026, with July also being strong. Most price-driven shut-ins have returned, and active producers are supported by higher crude and gas prices, positioning Targa well for continued growth into 2027.

    “volumes are -- volume growth is going really, really well across the Targa system... for the year now, I'd say that we are tracking ahead of expectations with a view of continued volume growth across the back half of the year.”

    asked by Jeremy Tonet · answered by Jennifer Kneale

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    Detailed Narrative

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    Record Permian Growth

    Targa achieved record Permian volumes of 7.2 Bcf/d in Q2 FY26, a 7% QoQ and 14% YoY increase. This growth was particularly strong despite 200-400 MMcf/d of gas shut-ins due to weak Waha prices in Q2, demonstrating robust producer activity. The company expects continued strong Permian volume growth through H2 2026 and into 2027, driven by active producers and a supportive macro environment.

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    Integrated System Performance

    The Permian volume growth flowed through Targa's integrated system, leading to record NGL transportation volumes of 1.1 MMBbl/d, record fractionation volumes of 1.2 MMBbl/d, and record LPG export loadings of 14.8 MMBbl/month. The company's commercial service offerings continue to gain traction, and its extensive Permian G&P footprint positions it for long-term growth.

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    Strategic Project Execution

    Targa is executing on several major projects, including 5 Permian Delaware gas processing plants (Copperhead 1 & 2, YETI 1 & 2, Roadrunner) on track. The East Driver plant in Permian Midland began service ahead of schedule in late Q2. Key NGL downstream projects like Train 11 fractionator (online early Q2), Delaware Express pipeline (online Q2), and the Speedway NGL transportation system (Q3 2027) are progressing to support growing NGL supply.

    04

    Marketing Optimization & Commodity Dynamics

    Marketing businesses outperformed expectations by approximately $250 million in H1 FY26, largely due to opportunities arising from Permian gas takeaway constraints and weak Waha prices. While Waha prices have improved and curtailments are returning, the company anticipates lower marketing optimization margins in H2 FY26, partially offsetting strong underlying volume growth.

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    Capital Allocation & Shareholder Returns

    Targa maintains a strong investment-grade balance sheet with $3.2 billion in available liquidity and a pro forma consolidated leverage ratio of 3.4x. The company declared a Q2 common dividend of $1.25 per share (25% increase YoY) and opportunistically repurchased $80 million in common stock at an average price of $259.93/share. The focus remains on investing in high-return projects and increasing capital returns to shareholders.

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    Future Growth & Demand Catalysts

    Beyond 2026, Targa expects to benefit from critical long-lead demand catalysts, including expanding LNG export capacity, growing power generation needs, and increasing global demand for hydrocarbons. The company's wellhead-to-water strategy and integrated growth opportunities are designed to maximize value and support producer development plans.

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