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The Williams Companies Inc. (WMB) Stock

The Williams Companies Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

The Williams Companies Inc. (WMB), a prominent company in the energy & transportation sector within the natural gas transmission industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $58.90. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $38.96 and $63.45. This places the current price at 92.8% of its 52-week high and 51.2% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 63,642. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US9694571004.

Market Cap

$76.52B

52-Week High

$63.45

-7.17% from high

52-Week Low

$38.96

+51.18% from low

Avg Daily Volume

63,642

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

33.69

Above market average

Forward P/E

29.59

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.72

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

6.15

EV/EBITDA

15.57

EPS (TTM)

$1.86

Price to Sales

6.90

Beta

0.68

Less volatile than market

How is WMB valued relative to its earnings and growth?
The Williams Companies Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 33.69, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 29.59 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.72 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is WMB's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.68, The Williams Companies Inc. is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 6.15 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

20.60%

Operating Margin

35.60%

Return on Equity

16.20%

Return on Assets

3.99%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

11.90%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

8.10%

How profitable and efficient is WMB's business model?
The Williams Companies Inc. achieves a profit margin of 20.60%, meaning it retains $20.60 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 35.60% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 16.20% and ROA at 3.99%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are WMB's recent growth trends?
The Williams Companies Inc.'s revenue grew by 11.90% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 8.10% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against NATURAL GAS TRANSMISSION industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.93

Dividend Yield

3.19%

Ex-Dividend Date

6/13/2025

Dividend Date

6/30/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from WMB?
The Williams Companies Inc. offers a dividend yield of 3.19%, paying $1.93 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 6/13/2025.
How reliable is WMB's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - The Williams Companies Inc. pays $1.93 per share in dividends against earnings of $1.86 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 100.00%. This very high payout exceeding 90% raises sustainability concerns, as nearly all earnings go to dividends. Any earnings decline could force a dividend cut. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/30/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

1.22B

Book Value/Share

$10.20

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is WMB's market capitalization and position?
The Williams Companies Inc. has a market capitalization of $76.52B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 1.22B shares outstanding, the company's ownership is widely distributed. As a participant in the NATURAL GAS TRANSMISSION industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does WMB's price compare to its book value?
The Williams Companies Inc.'s book value per share is $10.20, while the current stock price is $58.90, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 5.77. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$61.57

4.53% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

4

Buy

8

Hold

8

Sell

2

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for WMB?
22 analysts cover WMB with 55% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $61.57 implies 4.5% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on WMB?
Current analyst recommendations:4 Strong Buy, 8 Buy, 8 Hold, 2 Sell, 0The bullish tilt suggests optimism about future prospects, though investors should conduct independent research.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 03:37 AM

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