Ross Stores Inc (ROST)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
ROST
Ross Stores Inc
$225.81
+0.59%
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · Cap: $73.04B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$71.96
-1.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $89.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Ross Stores Inc generates 88% more annual revenue ($22.75B vs $12.11B). WMB leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 9.4%. WMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.48. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
ROST
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
WMB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-4.9%
Fair Value
$183.53
Current Price
$225.81
$42.28 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 37 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Strong operational efficiency at 33.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Trading at 11.8x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ROST
The strongest argument for ROST centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Revenue growth of 12.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : WMB
The strongest argument for WMB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Profit Margin. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 33.6%.
Bear Case : ROST
The primary concerns for ROST are P/E Ratio, Price/Book, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ROST profiles as a value stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
ROST carries more volatility with a beta of 0.88 — expect wider price swings.
ROST is growing revenue faster at 12.2% — sustainability is the question.
ROST generates stronger free cash flow (921M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 56/100), backed by strong 23.1% margins. 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.
Ross Stores Inc
CONSUMER CYCLICAL · APPAREL RETAIL · USA
Ross Stores, Inc., operating under the brand name Ross Dress for Less, is an American chain of discount department stores headquartered in Dublin, California.
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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