Citigroup Inc. (C)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
C
Citigroup Inc.
$113.74
+1.88%
FINANCIAL SERVICES · Cap: $191.59B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$73.81
-0.87%
ENERGY · Cap: $90.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Citigroup Inc. generates 540% more annual revenue ($75.72B vs $11.83B). WMB leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs 18.9%. C appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.80. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
C
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
WMB
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-130.5%
Fair Value
$47.53
Current Price
$113.74
$66.21 premium
Margin of Safety
+29.0%
Fair Value
$100.15
Current Price
$73.81
$26.34 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Strong operational efficiency at 25.7%
Generating 2.0B in free cash flow
Strong operational efficiency at 41.2%
Earnings expanding 50.8% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
4.4% revenue growth
ROE of 6.8% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 10.8%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : C
The strongest argument for C centers on Price/Book, Market Cap, PEG Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 18.9% and operating margin at 25.7%. PEG of 0.80 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : WMB
The strongest argument for WMB centers on Operating Margin, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.1% and operating margin at 41.2%.
Bear Case : C
The primary concerns for C are Revenue Growth, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
C profiles as a value stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
C carries more volatility with a beta of 1.13 — expect wider price swings.
WMB is growing revenue faster at 8.7% — sustainability is the question.
C generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (67/100 vs 65/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Strong Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Citigroup Inc.
FINANCIAL SERVICES · BANKS - DIVERSIFIED · USA
Citigroup Inc. is an American multinational investment bank and financial services corporation headquartered in New York City. The company was formed by the merger of banking giant Citicorp and financial conglomerate Travelers Group in 1998; Travelers was subsequently spun off from the company in 2002. Citigroup owns Citicorp, the holding company for Citibank, as well as several international subsidiaries. Citigroup is incorporated in Delaware.
Williams Companies Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
The Williams Companies, Inc., is an American energy company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Its core business is natural gas processing and transportation, with additional petroleum and electricity generation assets.
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