Analysts Weigh ONEOK, Inc. (OKE)'s Strategic Growth Plans and the Challenges of a Shifting Energy Market

With significant upside potential, ONEOK, Inc. (NYSE:OKE) secures a spot on our list of the 11 Best Retirement Stocks to Buy According to Analysts.

On September 17, 2025, ONEOK, Inc. (NYSE:OKE) came under the spotlight as analysts weighed the company’s strategic growth plans and the challenges of a shifting energy market.

ONEOK, Inc. (NYSE:OKE) has recently not only been expanding its footprint in the Permian Basin, but also started pursuing the Sun Belt Connector pipeline from Texas to Arizona to boost transport capacity. With these projects, alongside its wellhead-to-water NGL system in the Permian, the company is expected to strengthen its competitive position. However, careful execution is required to deliver expected returns, analysts note.

Meanwhile, on the same day, Barclays maintained its ‘Hold’ rating on ONEOK, Inc. (NYSE:OKE) with a price target of $83.

ONEOK, Inc. (NYSE:OKE), a midstream service provider, offers gathering, processing, fractionation, transportation, storage, and marine export services in the U.S. It secures a place in the Best Retirement Portfolio.

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