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NYSE:WMB

Williams Cos (WMB)

71.79
-0.29 (0.40%)
as of Jun 15, 2026, 7:03:17 pm Market Open.
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star iconJun 14, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 1 opinions in the last 12 months.

The sentiment surrounding Williams Cos (WMB-N) is currently positive following a strong quarterly performance. Experts believe that the company's future growth hinges on the successful ramp-up of LNG exports, which are seen as crucial for supporting its revenue streams. While many analysts express optimism about the long-term potential of the company, there is a note of caution regarding its current valuation, suggesting that the stock may be becoming expensive at present levels. As the market continues to assess the impact of global energy demand, the focus will likely be on how well Williams can capitalize on its LNG opportunities while managing its cost structure. Overall, the outlook remains cautiously optimistic, provided the right market conditions are met.

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HOLD

They just had a great quarter. You need LNG exports to kick in to support this, though. Likes it long term, but is getting expensive at current levels.

HOLD

(Market Call Minute.) There are better opportunities at home. Buy TransCanada (TRP-T) instead.

DON'T BUY

Hitting all-time valuation highs and is trading over EBV+5, which is a huge valuation for a utility. If we are in a bear market, in terms of bonds, look for these companies to come back in a major way, and they could be cut in half. His model price is $22.66, almost a 60% downside.

TOP PICK

This is a General Partner, which for tax purposes is investable by anybody, and is essentially a C Corp (?). They essentially own and operate the largest network infrastructure of energy assets in the Northeast, particularly in the Marsalis and Utica shale blue regions. This is one of the higher prolific liquids rich regions that you want to have exposure to in this market. Management team has been very proactive in extracting shareholder value out of the current business model. Their guidance is for 10%-15% dividend growth based on the current commodity strip. His view is that oil will recover at some point, and when it does the dividend gets rebased back up to north of 18%-20%. Dividend yield of 4.6%.

PAST TOP PICK

(A Top Pick March 6/12. Up 23.05%.) Sold his holdings at $35 in October. This is a midstream energy infrastructure in the US. One of the few that is not held inside a Master Limited Partnership, which makes it attractive. Still a Buy.

PAST TOP PICK

(Top Pick Mar 6/12, Up 24.44%) US mid-stream energy companies are usually in master limited partnerships which pose tax filing difficulties. This one is a corporation. 4% yield. Happy to own. He moved into smaller companies that he feels will grow more quickly. He is sorry he sold it along the way.

SELL
(Market Call Minute.) He would prefer to stay with something like Inter Pipeline (IPL.UN-T) in Canada.
TOP PICK
One of the strongest sectors in the US has been Master Limited Partnerships. This is the only Corporation in the space. This is a play on the growth of oil/gas production in the Marcellus. Pipelines are really well positioned. Also have Cdn assets.
PAST TOP PICK
(Top Pick September 13/10, Up 36.78%)
TOP PICK
Feels the market has mispriced some assets. Current stock price valuation basically comes from pipelines and high yields from Williams Partners (WPZ-N). Also have another division of US natural gas production assets and facilities of about $13 a share that are not included.
DON'T BUY
He has a model price of $18.83 which is and negative differential of 20%.
SELL
Plateuing for a little bit. It's a combination company with power assets that aren't doing anything and is doing very well in its pipeline business. Had some production misses on its E&P (Exploration/Production) unit.
PAST TOP PICK
(A Top Pick June 10/04. Up 3.5%.) Still likes.
TOP PICK
Huge pipe-line company. The company is very strong. It is not suffering from debt problems like other companies.
TOP PICK
Has $4.5 billion in cash/credits so in a position to acquire other companies. Has a real strategic advantage in the pipeline sector in the US.
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Williams Cos (WMB) Frequently Asked Questions

What is Williams Cos stock symbol?

Williams Cos is a American stock, trading under the symbol WMB (previously WMB-N on Stockchase) on the New York Stock Exchange (WMB). It is usually referred to as NYSE:WMB or WMB

Is Williams Cos a buy or a sell?

In the last year, 1 stock analyst issued a Buy, Sell, or Hold rating on WMB (previously WMB-N on Stockchase). 0 analysts recommended to BUY and 0 analysts recommended to SELL the stock. The latest stock analyst rating is TOP PICK. Read the latest stock experts' ratings for Williams Cos.

Is Williams Cos a good investment or a top pick?

Williams Cos was recommended as a Top Pick by John Stephenson on 2004-07-19. Read the latest stock experts ratings for Williams Cos.

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Is Williams Cos worth watching?

Williams Cos is followed by 9 investors on Stockchase and is a trending stock that is worth watching.

What is Williams Cos stock price?

On 2026-06-15, Williams Cos (WMB) stock closed at a price of $71.79.