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Williams Companies Inc (WMB)

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$62.81
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Profit since last BUY4.67%
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06/30/2025: WMB (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 21 days. Profits (4.67%). Updated daily EoD!

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22 Analysts rated it

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Year Target Price $61.57

Year Target Price $61.57

Analyst’s Price TargetsFor last 52 week
$61.57Target price
Low$38.96
Current$62.81
high$63.45

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 47.7%
Avg. Invested days 66
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 76.69B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 33.77
1Y Target Price 61.57
Price to earnings Ratio 33.77
1Y Target Price 61.57
Volume (30-day avg) 22
Beta 0.68
52 Weeks Range 38.96 - 63.45
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 38.96 - 63.45
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 3.19%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.86

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Profitability

Profit Margin 20.61%
Operating Margin (TTM) 35.63%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.99%
Return on Equity (TTM) 16.2%

Valuation

Trailing PE 33.77
Forward PE 29.67
Enterprise Value 104037410664
Price to Sales(TTM) 6.92
Enterprise Value 104037410664
Price to Sales(TTM) 6.92
Enterprise Value to Revenue 9.65
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 15.59
Shares Outstanding 1221010048
Shares Floating 1214266424
Shares Outstanding 1221010048
Shares Floating 1214266424
Percent Insiders 0.45
Percent Institutions 88.68

Analyst Ratings

Rating 5
Target Price 61.57
Buy 4
Strong Buy 8
Buy 4
Strong Buy 8
Hold 8
Sell -
Strong Sell 2
Strong Sell 2

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Williams Companies Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Founded in 1908, Williams Companies Inc. started as a pipeline construction company. It evolved into an energy infrastructure provider, owning and operating pipelines and processing facilities. Key milestones include expanding its natural gas pipeline network and diversifying into related energy services.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Transmission & Gulf of Mexico: Focuses on natural gas pipelines and transportation services across the US, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico.
  • Northeast G&P: Involves gathering, processing, and fractionation of natural gas and natural gas liquids (NGLs) in the Northeast region.
  • West: Encompasses gathering, processing, and transportation of natural gas in the Western United States.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Alan Armstrong serves as the President and CEO. The company has a traditional corporate structure with a board of directors overseeing executive management.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Natural Gas Transmission: Williams' primary product is natural gas transmission through its extensive pipeline network. It holds a significant share of the US natural gas transportation market, competing with companies like Kinder Morgan and Energy Transfer Partners. Revenue is driven by transportation fees. Hard market share data is difficult to source, but they are a leading US midstream provider.
  • Natural Gas Gathering and Processing: Williams gathers and processes natural gas from production sites. Market share varies regionally depending on production levels. Competitors include DCP Midstream and Targa Resources. Revenue is generated through processing fees and the sale of NGLs.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The energy infrastructure industry is currently characterized by increasing demand for natural gas, driven by its role as a cleaner alternative to coal. Infrastructure development faces regulatory hurdles and environmental concerns.

Positioning

Williams is a major player in the midstream sector, possessing a large network of pipelines and processing facilities. Its competitive advantage lies in its strategically located assets and integrated service offerings.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global midstream oil and gas market is projected to reach hundreds of billions of dollars. Williams is well-positioned to capitalize on a portion of this market, with assets located in key production and consumption regions of the US. Exact TAM percentage is dependent on multiple factors.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Extensive pipeline network
  • Strategic asset locations
  • Integrated service offerings
  • Strong relationships with producers
  • Reliable infrastructure

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
  • Regulatory risks
  • High capital expenditure requirements
  • Dependence on natural gas demand
  • Environmental risks associated with pipeline operations

Opportunities

  • Expansion of natural gas infrastructure to support LNG exports
  • Investments in renewable energy and carbon capture technologies
  • Acquisition of smaller midstream operators
  • Increased demand for natural gas as a transition fuel
  • Development of new pipeline routes

Threats

  • Increased competition from other midstream companies
  • Decline in natural gas production
  • Changes in environmental regulations
  • Cybersecurity threats to pipeline infrastructure
  • Economic downturns affecting energy demand

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • KMI
  • ET
  • MPLX
  • EPD
  • TRGP

Competitive Landscape

Williams competes with other large midstream companies based on pipeline capacity, geographic reach, and service offerings. Williams' integrated approach and strategically located assets provide a competitive edge.

Major Acquisitions

Trace Midstream

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 3800
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded footprint in Haynesville Shale.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Williams has experienced steady growth in revenue and earnings, driven by expansion of its pipeline network and increased natural gas demand.

Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Williams, driven by increased LNG exports and infrastructure investments. Revenue is expected to grow at a rate of 3-5% annually.

Recent Initiatives: Williams is investing in projects to connect gas production to LNG export facilities, expanding its infrastructure in key growth areas, and exploring opportunities in carbon capture.

Summary

Williams Companies is a strong player in the midstream energy sector, benefiting from its extensive pipeline network and strategic asset locations. Its consistent dividend payout and growth initiatives make it attractive to investors. Regulatory risks and commodity price exposure remain key challenges, but the company is well-positioned to capitalize on increasing natural gas demand and LNG exports. Williams needs to make sure it diversifies into more green energy activities to keep up with the changes in energy demands.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
  • Investor Presentations
  • Analyst Reports
  • Industry Publications

Disclaimers:

The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is approximate and based on available sources. Investment decisions should be made based on individual circumstances and consultation with a financial advisor.

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About Williams Companies Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Tulsa, OK, United States
IPO Launch date 1981-12-31
President, CEO & Director Mr. Alan S. Armstrong
Sector Energy
Industry Oil & Gas Midstream
Full time employees 5829
Full time employees 5829

The Williams Companies, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as an energy infrastructure company primarily in the United States. It operates through Transmission & Gulf of America, Northeast G&P, West, and Gas & NGL Marketing Services segments. The Transmission & Gulf of America segment comprises Transco, NWP, and MountainWest interstate natural gas pipelines, and their related natural gas storage facilities, as well as natural gas gathering and processing; and crude oil production handling and transportation assets in the Gulf Coast region. The Northeast G&P segment engages in the midstream gathering, processing, and fractionation activities in the Marcellus Shale region primarily in Pennsylvania and New York, and the Utica Shale region of eastern Ohio. The West segment consists of gas gathering, processing, and treating operations in the Rocky Mountain region of Colorado and Wyoming, the Barnett Shale region of north-central Texas, the Eagle Ford Shale region of South Texas, the Haynesville Shale region of northwest Louisiana, the Mid-Continent region that includes the Anadarko and Permian basins, and the DJ Basin of Colorado; and operates natural gas liquid (NGL) fractionation and storage assets in central Kansas near Conway. The Gas & NGL Marketing Services segment provides wholesale marketing, trading, storage, and transportation of natural gas for natural gas utilities, municipalities, power generators, and producers; asset management services; and transports and markets NGLs. The company owns and operates approximately 33,000 miles of pipelines. The Williams Companies, Inc. was founded in 1908 and is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma.