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Williams Companies Inc (WMB)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/17/2025: WMB (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
22 Analysts rated it
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $63.68
1 Year Target Price $63.68
| 8 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 2 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 35.84% | Avg. Invested days 67 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 72.07B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 29.81 | 1Y Target Price 63.68 |
Price to earnings Ratio 29.81 | 1Y Target Price 63.68 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 22 | Beta 0.67 | 52 Weeks Range 43.00 - 62.92 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 43.00 - 62.92 | Updated Date 09/17/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.36% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.98 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
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Profitability
Profit Margin 21.38% | Operating Margin (TTM) 34.43% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 4.27% | Return on Equity (TTM) 17.39% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 29.81 | Forward PE 24.39 | Enterprise Value 98471231894 | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.34 |
Enterprise Value 98471231894 | Price to Sales(TTM) 6.34 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 8.77 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.17 | Shares Outstanding 1221177427 | Shares Floating 1214167869 |
Shares Outstanding 1221177427 | Shares Floating 1214167869 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.46 | Percent Institutions 88.68 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Williams Companies Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Founded in 1908 as Williams Brothers, the company began as a construction business building pipelines. Over time, it transformed into a major energy infrastructure company focused on natural gas. Significant milestones include expansion of its pipeline network and strategic acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Transmission & Gulf of Mexico: This segment includes interstate natural gas pipelines and gathering and processing assets, primarily serving the Gulf Coast and Eastern Seaboard markets.
- West: This segment includes natural gas gathering, processing, and treating assets primarily located in the Rocky Mountain region, the Mid-Continent region, and the Marcellus and Utica shale regions.
- Gas & NGL Marketing Services: Optimize gathering and processing assets in addition to the transportation of NGLs (Natural Gas Liquids) using the Williams network of transportation, fractionation, and storage capabilities.
Leadership and Structure
Alan Armstrong is the President and CEO. The company has a board of directors and a structured organizational chart with various functional departments.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Natural Gas Transmission: Williams operates a large network of natural gas pipelines across the US. They transport natural gas from production areas to consumers and markets. Market share is influenced by pipeline capacity and geographic reach; estimate ~12% of US natural gas pipeline capacity. Competitors include Kinder Morgan, Energy Transfer, and TC Energy.
- Natural Gas Gathering and Processing: Williams gathers natural gas from wellheads and processes it to remove impurities. This segment is crucial for delivering usable natural gas to the market. Market share is dependent on geographic location and processing capacity; estimate ~8% of total US capacity. Competitors include MPLX, DCP Midstream, and Targa Resources.
- NGL Fractionation & Storage: Williams separates NGLs (Natural Gas Liquids). The product has significant demand in the chemicals industry. Competitors include ONEOK, Enterprise Products Partners.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The energy infrastructure industry is driven by demand for natural gas, influenced by factors like power generation, heating, and industrial use. The industry is capital-intensive and subject to regulatory oversight.
Positioning
Williams Companies Inc. is a major player in the natural gas infrastructure market. Its competitive advantages lie in its extensive pipeline network and integrated services.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The North American natural gas pipeline market is estimated at over $100 billion. Williams Companies Inc. is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM given its extensive infrastructure and operational expertise.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Extensive pipeline network
- Integrated services
- Strong financial performance
- Experienced management team
- Strategically located assets
Weaknesses
- Exposure to commodity price volatility
- Dependence on regulatory approvals
- Capital-intensive business
- Environmental risks
Opportunities
- Growing demand for natural gas
- Expansion of renewable energy sources
- Infrastructure development projects
- Acquisition opportunities
- Technological advancements
Threats
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
- Competition from other energy sources
- Economic downturns
- Environmental activism
- Cybersecurity risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- KMI
- ET
- EPD
Competitive Landscape
Williams Companies Inc. faces competition from other energy infrastructure companies. Its advantages include its extensive pipeline network and integrated services. Disadvantages include exposure to commodity price volatility and regulatory risks.
Major Acquisitions
Trace Midstream
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 950
- Strategic Rationale: Expands Williams' footprint in the Haynesville Shale, a key natural gas production region.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Williams Companies Inc. has experienced growth in recent years, driven by increased demand for natural gas and strategic acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for Williams Companies Inc., driven by infrastructure development and energy demand.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include pipeline expansion projects and investments in renewable energy infrastructure.
Summary
Williams Companies Inc. is a strong player in the energy infrastructure market, benefiting from its extensive pipeline network and integrated services. The company's financial performance is solid, but it faces challenges from commodity price volatility and regulatory risks. It is well-positioned for future growth, driven by increasing demand for natural gas. Keeping up with competitors and cybersecurity threats are essential.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (SEC), Analyst reports, Industry publications
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market data is approximate and may not be exact. Investment decisions should be based on thorough research and consultation with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
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About Williams Companies Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Tulsa, OK, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1981-12-31 | CEO, President & Director Mr. Chad J. Zamarin | ||
Sector Energy | Industry Oil & Gas Midstream | Full time employees 5829 | Website https://www.williams.com |
Full time employees 5829 | Website https://www.williams.com | ||
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.
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