Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
EPD
Enterprise Products Partners LP
$38.89
+1.14%
ENERGY · Cap: $84.93B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$72.05
+0.33%
ENERGY · Cap: $89.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Enterprise Products Partners LP generates 374% more annual revenue ($58.47B vs $12.32B). WMB leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 10.8%. EPD appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.39. EPD earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 72/100 (B).
EPD
Strong Buy72
out of 100
Grade: B
WMB
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+28.7%
Fair Value
$54.56
Current Price
$38.89
$15.67 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for WMB.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Revenue surging 60.8% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 21 in profit
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 28.5% YoY
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
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 : EPD
The strongest argument for EPD centers on Revenue Growth, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Revenue growth of 60.8% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.39 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
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 : EPD
The primary concerns for EPD are Debt/Equity.
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
EPD 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.
EPD is growing revenue faster at 60.8% — sustainability is the question.
EPD generates stronger free cash flow (2.0B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
EPD scores higher overall (72/100 vs 69/100) and 60.8% 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.
Enterprise Products Partners LP
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Enterprise Products Partners LP provides midstream energy services to producers and consumers of natural gas, natural gas liquids (NGL), crude oil, petrochemicals, and refined products. 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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