Better Buy: Kinder Morgan vs. ChargePoint

Electric vehicle (EV) charging station network company ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) and pipeline giant Kinder Morgan (NYSE: KMI) may not have much in common on the surface. But both energy stocks are playing active roles in shaping the economy of tomorrow.

The majority of traditional automakers have announced an entirely new EV lineup or an EV version of an existing model. No matter who comes out on top, new EVs are going to need places to charge. That's where ChargePoint comes into play. It's betting big on the rise of at-home charging and public charging. But instead of gas stations, it's been partnering with companies to install charging stations at shopping centers, business parks, and more. Meanwhile, Kinder Morgan believes the transportation and storage of natural gas and other fuels will continue to provide an integral role in the U.S. energy mix, as well as an export commodity to developing countries. Here's a breakdown of the two companies to help determine which is the better buy for you.

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