Williams Companies
About: Williams Companies is a midstream energy company that owns and operates the large Transco and Northwest pipeline systems and associated natural gas gathering, processing, and storage assets. In August 2018, the firm acquired the remaining 26% ownership of its limited partner, Williams Partners.
Employees: 5,601
0
Funds holding %
of 6,809 funds
0
Analysts bullish %
of 10 analysts
Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
66% more call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $535M | Put options by funds: $322M
25% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 141 | Existing positions closed: 113
2% more funds holding
Funds holding: 1,290 [Q2] → 1,318 (+28) [Q3]
5% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $46B [Q2] → $48.1B (+$2.11B) [Q3]
2% less repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 487 | Existing positions reduced: 495
2.48% less ownership
Funds ownership: 88.82% [Q2] → 86.34% (-2.48%) [Q3]
17% less funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 35 [Q2] → 29 (-6) [Q3]
Research analyst outlook
10 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months
Low target
$46
14%
downside
Avg. target
$56
4%
upside
High target
$70
31%
upside
10 analyst ratings
6 positive
60%
4 neutral
40%
0 negative
0%
Truist Securities Neal Dingmann 34% 1-year accuracy 47 / 140 met price target | 5%upside $56 | Hold Maintained | 3 Dec 2024 |
Goldman Sachs John Mackay 77% 1-year accuracy 17 / 22 met price target | 3%upside $55 | Neutral Maintained | 26 Nov 2024 |
UBS Shneur Gershuni 60% 1-year accuracy 9 / 15 met price target | 31%upside $70 | Buy Maintained | 15 Nov 2024 |
Mizuho Gabriel Moreen 95% 1-year accuracy 35 / 37 met price target | 5%upside $56 | Outperform Maintained | 4 Nov 2024 |
CIBC Robert Catellier 0 / 0 met price target | 1%upside $54 | Neutral Maintained | 22 Oct 2024 |
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 11 articles about WMB published over the past 30 days
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 days ago
Williams Up 49% in 2024: Should Investors Cash Out or Hold On?
Over the last five years, WMB has delivered a compound annual dividend growth rate exceeding 4%.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
2 days ago
Pipelines, Profits, And Power: The Williams Companies' Mission-Critical Empire
The Williams Companies is a cornerstone of America's energy infrastructure, leveraging its massive pipeline network to meet growing natural gas demand with minimal commodity price exposure. Despite resilient earnings and consistent dividend growth, WMB's current valuation limits immediate upside, making it a compelling watchlist candidate for long-term investors. Strategic investments in high-return projects and a robust balance sheet position WMB well for future expansion as infrastructure demand outpaces supply.
Positive
The Motley Fool
2 days ago
4 No-Brainer Pipeline Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
Energy consumption has started to rise, in part thanks to the increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications. AI training and inference put computer servers through their paces and are very energy-intensive.
Neutral
Seeking Alpha
3 days ago
Why The Market May Get Turned Upside Down In 2025
AI stocks have dominated the market in 2024, dragging the S&P 500 higher with them. I think the market may get turned upside down in 2025. I share why and also share some of my top picks for the new year.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 days ago
I Am Loading Up On These 2 High-Flying High-Yield Sectors For 2025
AI stocks have dominated the markets over the past few years. However, there are a few other sectors that have also shined over the past few years. I share two high-flying big dividend sectors that, I think, will continue to outperform in 2025.
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 days ago
11-14% Yields: Give Yourself The Gift Of Dividends For Christmas
Big dividend stocks are on a big holiday sale this Christmas season. Even in some of the most in-favor sectors of the high-yield space, bargains can still be found. I share some well-covered 11-14% dividend yields that can be found on the bargain rack.
Negative
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
Williams Companies Files Lawsuit to Protect Pipeline Project
WMB files a lawsuit against ET to address the setbacks it suffered in its pipeline project due to alleged obstruction.
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
The Williams Companies (WMB) Up 3.1% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
The Williams Companies (WMB) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
Neutral
GlobeNewsWire
2 weeks ago
Sarah Williams, Co-Founder of IronPay, Named Women in Technology Finalist at 2024 Banking Tech Awards
ATLANTA, Dec. 02, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IronPay today announced that co-founder Sarah Williams has been named a finalist for the prestigious Women in Technology category for the 2024 Banking Tech Awards. The awards banquet and announcement will take place on Dec. 4, 2024 at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London. This recognition highlights Williams' exceptional leadership and contributions to the fintech industry, marking a significant milestone both in her career and IronPay's growth.
Positive
The Motley Fool
2 weeks ago
The Smartest Energy Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now
The energy industry is experiencing a bit of a renaissance. Electricity demand is expected to surge in the coming years, fueled by a multitude of catalysts, including the electrification of the transportation sector and AI data centers.
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