Williams Companies Inc (WMB)vsExxon Mobil Corp (XOM)
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$64.08
-0.26%
ENERGY · Cap: $90.94B
XOM
Exxon Mobil Corp
$165.87
+0.34%
ENERGY · Cap: $763.79B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Exxon Mobil Corp generates 3051% more annual revenue ($388.29B vs $12.32B). WMB leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 10.5%. XOM appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.52. XOM earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 76/100 (B+).
WMB
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
XOM
Strong Buy76
out of 100
Grade: B+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMB.
Margin of Safety
-62.2%
Fair Value
$102.28
Current Price
$165.87
$63.59 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
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
Mega-cap, among the largest globally
Revenue surging 35.8% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 111.4% YoY
Generating 18.5B in free cash flow
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull 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%.
Bull Case : XOM
The strongest argument for XOM centers on Market Cap, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 35.8% demonstrates continued momentum.
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.
Bear Case : XOM
The primary concerns for XOM are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
WMB profiles as a mature stock while XOM is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
WMB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.66 — expect wider price swings.
XOM is growing revenue faster at 35.8% — sustainability is the question.
XOM generates stronger free cash flow (18.5B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
XOM scores higher overall (76/100 vs 69/100) and 35.8% 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.
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.
Exxon Mobil Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS INTEGRATED · USA
Exxon Mobil Corporation, stylized as ExxonMobil, is an American multinational oil and gas corporation headquartered in Irving, Texas. It is the largest direct descendant of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil, and was formed on November 30, 1999 by the merger of Exxon (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New Jersey) and Mobil (formerly the Standard Oil Company of New York). ExxonMobil's primary brands are Exxon, Mobil, Esso, and ExxonMobil Chemical. ExxonMobil is incorporated in New Jersey.
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