Cheniere Energy Inc (LNG)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
LNG
Cheniere Energy Inc
$278.34
+0.18%
ENERGY · Cap: $57.49B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$72.85
+0.76%
ENERGY · Cap: $89.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Cheniere Energy Inc generates 70% more annual revenue ($20.92B vs $12.32B). WMB leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 13.9%. WMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.07. LNG earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 70/100 (B).
LNG
Strong Buy70
out of 100
Grade: B
WMB
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 47 in profit
Strong operational efficiency at 75.0%
Earnings expanding 100.7% YoY
Large-cap with strong market position
Revenue surging 22.7% year-over-year
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
Trading at 9.3x book value
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Elevated debt levels
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LNG
The strongest argument for LNG centers on Return on Equity, Operating Margin, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 22.7% 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 24.9% and operating margin at 39.5%.
Bear Case : LNG
The primary concerns for LNG are Price/Book, Altman Z-Score, PEG Ratio. Debt-to-equity of 4.29 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
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
LNG profiles as a growth 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.
LNG is growing revenue faster at 22.7% — sustainability is the question.
LNG generates stronger free cash flow (842M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
LNG scores higher overall (70/100 vs 69/100) and 22.7% 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.
Cheniere Energy Inc
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Cheniere Energy, Inc., an energy infrastructure company, is involved in business related to liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the United States. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
Visit Website →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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