Financial PerformanceWestern Midstream Partners reported a miss on adjusted EBITDA, influenced by lower recoveries from fixed recovery contracts, lower commodity prices, and higher operational and maintenance costs.
Leadership ChangesAn unexpected CEO change was seen as a distraction given the former CEO's credibility with the market.
Volume GuidanceThe company lowered its full-year volume guidance for crude, NGLs, and water volumes, contrasting with other operators signaling stronger than expected growth.