Pembina Pipeline Corp (PBA)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
PBA
Pembina Pipeline Corp
$47.81
-1.10%
ENERGY · Cap: $28.15B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$72.85
+0.76%
ENERGY · Cap: $89.11B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Williams Companies Inc generates 55% more annual revenue ($12.32B vs $7.96B). WMB leads profitability with a 24.9% profit margin vs 22.4%. PBA appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.76. PBA earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 75/100 (B).
PBA
Strong Buy75
out of 100
Grade: B
WMB
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 34.0%
Keeps 22 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 20.1% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 26.2% 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
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Moderate valuation
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : PBA
The strongest argument for PBA centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 22.4% and operating margin at 34.0%. Revenue growth of 20.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
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 : PBA
The primary concerns for PBA are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Altman Z-Score.
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
PBA profiles as a growth stock while WMB is a mature play — different risk/reward profiles.
PBA carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
PBA is growing revenue faster at 20.1% — sustainability is the question.
PBA generates stronger free cash flow (672M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
PBA scores higher overall (75/100 vs 69/100), backed by strong 22.4% margins and 20.1% 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.
Pembina Pipeline Corp
ENERGY · OIL & GAS MIDSTREAM · USA
Pembina Pipeline Corporation provides transportation and midstream services for the energy industry. The company is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
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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