Investors looking for an ultra-high-yield investment opportunity will likely be attracted to Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET). This midstream master limited partnership (MLP) is offering a huge 8.7% distribution yield, which is well above the market's scant 1.4% yield. But Energy Transfer isn't the only option in the midstream sector to consider. Comparing it to industry bellwether Enterprise Products Partners (NYSE: EPD) may help you make a better buy, sell, or hold decision.

When you pit Energy Transfer against Enterprise Products Partners on distribution yield, Energy Transfer's 8.7% yield is the winner. Enterprise's yield is more than a percentage point lower at 7.3%. That's a big difference if you are a dividend investor trying to live off of the income your portfolio generates.

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