Masco Corporation (MAS)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
MAS
Masco Corporation
$69.41
-0.72%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.93B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$72.42
+2.62%
ENERGY · Cap: $87.43B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Williams Companies Inc generates 58% more annual revenue ($12.11B vs $7.68B). WMB leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 10.9%. MAS appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.87. MAS earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 67/100 (B-).
MAS
Strong Buy67
out of 100
Grade: B-
WMB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 85 in profit
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Earnings expanding 20.0% YoY
Strong operational efficiency at 33.6%
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 22 in profit
Keeps 23 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Earnings expanding 25.0% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : MAS
The strongest argument for MAS centers on Return on Equity, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Bull Case : WMB
The strongest argument for WMB centers on Operating Margin, Market Cap, Return on Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 23.1% and operating margin at 33.6%.
Bear Case : MAS
The primary concerns for MAS are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : WMB
The primary concerns for WMB are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, Altman Z-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.33 is elevated, increasing financial risk.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
MAS profiles as a value stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
MAS carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — 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
MAS scores higher overall (67/100 vs 65/100). Both earn "Strong 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.
Masco Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · BUILDING PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT · USA
Masco Corporation is a manufacturer of products for the home improvement and new home construction markets.
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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