MPLX LP vs BlackRock TCP Capital Corp — how do they compare? MPLX LP trades at $56.64 (market cap $57.97B), while BlackRock TCP Capital Corp trades at $3.24 (market cap $270.17M). The key difference: MPLX LP is far larger — about 214.6× BlackRock TCP Capital Corp's market cap, and BlackRock TCP Capital Corp pays the higher dividend (26.09%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| MPLX | TCPC | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $57.97B | $270.17M |
Sector | Technology | Financials |
52-Week High | $59.17 | $7.64 |
52-Week Low | $47.80 | $3.14 |
Enterprise Value | $82.60B | — |
Dividend Yield | 7.54% | 26.09% |
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MPLX LP is a Master Limited Partnership (MLP) formed by Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC). It is a diversified, growth-oriented company primarily engaged in the gathering, processing, and transportation of natural gas and natural gas liquids (NGLs), as well as the transportation, storage, and distribution of crude oil and refined petroleum products. MPLX owns and operates a network of midstream energy infrastructure assets, providing essential services to the energy industry across the United States.
Read more on MPLX →BlackRock TCP Capital Corp is a finance company specializing in middle-market lending. It aims for high returns through income and capital appreciation while prioritizing principal protection. The company invests in debt securities and earns revenue from interest payments, fees, and some equity appreciation.
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