Pembina Pipeline Corp (PBA)vsWilliams Companies Inc (WMB)
PBA
Pembina Pipeline Corp
$48.82
-0.87%
ENERGY · Cap: $27.97B
WMB
Williams Companies Inc
$72.42
+1.38%
ENERGY · Cap: $87.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Williams Companies Inc generates 59% more annual revenue ($12.11B vs $7.60B). WMB leads profitability with a 23.1% profit margin vs 22.2%. WMB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.17. WMB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (C+).
PBA
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
WMB
Buy65
out of 100
Grade: C+
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
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
Moderate valuation
0.2% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
Elevated debt levels
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 22.2% and operating margin at 34.0%.
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 : PBA
The primary concerns for PBA are P/E Ratio, EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
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
PBA profiles as a declining 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.
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 57/100), backed by strong 23.1% margins. Both earn "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.
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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