Energy Transfer LP (ET)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
ET
Energy Transfer LP
$21.14
+0.43%
ENERGY · Cap: $74.20B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$72.05
+0.33%
ENERGY · Cap: $89.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Energy Transfer LP generates 771% more annual revenue ($107.38B vs $12.32B). WMB leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 4.9%. ET appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.67. ET earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
ET
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
WMB
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+86.4%
Fair Value
$156.76
Current Price
$21.14
$135.62 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 78.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 85.3% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Growing faster than its price suggests
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 39.5%
Earnings expanding 51.2% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 23 in profit
Keeps 25 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Areas to Watch
4.9% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ET
The strongest argument for ET centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 78.4% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.67 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 24.9% and operating margin at 39.5%.
Bear Case : ET
The primary concerns for ET are Profit Margin, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 1.99 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.9% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Free Cash Flow. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ET profiles as a hypergrowth stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.62 — expect wider price swings.
ET is growing revenue faster at 78.4% — sustainability is the question.
ET generates stronger free cash flow (2.7B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ET scores higher overall (72/100 vs 69/100) and 78.4% revenue growth. 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.
Energy Transfer LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Energy Transfer LP offers energy related services. The company is headquartered in Dallas, 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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