EchoStar Corporation (SATS)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
SATS
EchoStar Corporation
$127.15
+3.69%
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · Cap: $36.44B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$71.96
-1.36%
ENERGY · Cap: $89.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
EchoStar Corporation generates 24% more annual revenue ($15.00B vs $12.11B). WMB leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs -96.6%. SATS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.34. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
SATS
Avoid34
out of 100
Grade: F
WMB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+66.0%
Fair Value
$323.23
Current Price
$127.15
$196.08 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
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
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -111.3% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 4.3%
Earnings declined 85.6%
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 : SATS
PEG of 1.34 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : SATS
The primary concerns for SATS are Piotroski F-Score, Return on Equity, Revenue Growth. Debt-to-equity of 4.40 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
SATS profiles as a turnaround stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
SATS carries more volatility with a beta of 0.96 — expect wider price swings.
WMB is growing revenue faster at 9.0% — sustainability is the question.
WMB generates stronger free cash flow (244M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
WMB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 34/100), backed by strong 23.1% margins. SATS offers better value entry with a 66.0% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
EchoStar Corporation
COMMUNICATION SERVICES · TELECOM SERVICES · USA
EchoStar Corporation provides broadband satellite technologies and broadband Internet services. The company is headquartered in Englewood, Colorado.
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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