Cheniere Energy Partners LP (CQP)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
CQP
Cheniere Energy Partners LP
$64.47
+0.17%
ENERGY · Cap: $30.59B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$72.42
+1.38%
ENERGY · Cap: $87.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Williams Companies Inc generates 7% more annual revenue ($12.11B vs $11.37B). WMB leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 22.3%. WMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
CQP
Hold46
out of 100
Grade: D+
WMB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+70.6%
Fair Value
$196.51
Current Price
$64.47
$132.04 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 86 in profit
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Strong operational efficiency at 33.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 10.6x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 82.4%
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : CQP
The strongest argument for CQP centers on Return on Equity, Profit Margin, P/E Ratio. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.3% and operating margin at 10.0%. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WMB
The strongest argument for WMB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 33.6%.
Bear Case : CQP
The primary concerns for CQP are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, EPS Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.84 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
CQP profiles as a growth stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.63 — expect wider price swings.
CQP is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
CQP generates stronger free cash flow (879M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 46/100), backed by strong 23.1% margins. CQP offers better value entry with a 70.6% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Cheniere Energy Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Cheniere Energy Partners, LP, owns and operates regasification facilities at the Sabine Pass liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal located in Cameron Parish, Louisiana, on the Sabine-Neches waterway. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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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