Genesis Energy LP (GEL)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
GEL
Genesis Energy LP
$18.00
+0.39%
ENERGY · Cap: $2.20B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$73.81
-0.87%
ENERGY · Cap: $90.96B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Williams Companies Inc generates 626% more annual revenue ($11.83B vs $1.63B). WMB leads profitability with a 22.1% profit margin vs -27.0%. WMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.47. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
GEL
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
WMB
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for GEL.
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
Earnings expanding 58.6% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 20.4%
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
ROE of 2.7% — below average capital efficiency
Expensive relative to growth rate
Currently unprofitable
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 : GEL
The strongest argument for GEL centers on EPS Growth, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : GEL
The primary concerns for GEL are Return on Equity, PEG Ratio, Profit Margin.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
GEL profiles as a turnaround stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
GEL carries more volatility with a beta of 0.74 — expect wider price swings.
GEL is growing revenue faster at 10.5% — sustainability is the question.
GEL generates stronger free cash flow (92M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (67/100 vs 52/100), backed by strong 22.1% margins. Both earn "Strong 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.
Genesis Energy LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Genesis Energy, LP operates in the midstream segment of the crude oil and natural gas industry. 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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