Better Dividend Stock: Energy Transfer vs. Enterprise Products Partners

Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET) and Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE: EPD) are two of the largest energy midstream companies in the country. They generate stable cash flow, which provides them with ample funds to distribute to their investors. As a result, they currently offer appealing income yields. Energy Transfer's distribution yields 7.8%, while Enterprise Products Partners' payout is 6.9%, both well above the S 500's 1.2% yield.

Here's a look at which of these master limited partnerships (MLPs) is the better buy for income right now.

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