Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$38.17
+0.22%
ENERGY · Cap: $78.97B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$72.42
+2.62%
ENERGY · Cap: $87.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 326% more annual revenue ($51.56B vs $12.11B). WMB leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 11.5%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.49. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
EPD
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
WMB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+25.1%
Fair Value
$48.68
Current Price
$38.17
$10.51 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Large-cap with strong market position
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
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
Elevated debt levels
Revenue declined 6.7%
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Market Cap, P/E Ratio, Price/Book. PEG of 1.49 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are Debt/Equity, Revenue Growth.
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
EPD profiles as a declining stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.60 — expect wider price swings.
WMB is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
EPD generates stronger free cash flow (486M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 23.1% margins. EPD offers better value entry with a 25.1% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "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.
Enterprise Products Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Enterprise Products Partners LP provides midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL), crude oil, petrochemicals, and refined products. 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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