The Williams Companies, Inc. — News

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zacks.com - 2026-07-31 09:55:18

BankChampaign National Association purchased a new position in Williams Companies, Inc. (The) (NYSE: WMB) in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor purchased 12,335 shares of the pipeline company's stock, valued at approximately $898,000. Other institutional investors have also recently made

defenseworld.net - 2026-07-31 04:03:34

Besides Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates for The Williams Companies (WMB), review projections for some of its key metrics to gain a deeper understanding of how the company might have fared during the quarter ended June 2026.

zacks.com - 2026-07-30 10:15:53

Williams (NYSE: WMB) today released its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting its environmental, safety and operational performance amid rapidly growing dema

gurufocus.com - 2026-07-30 10:00:00

TULSA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Williams (NYSE: WMB) today released its 2025 Sustainability Report, highlighting its environmental, safety and operational performance amid rapidly growing demand for energy infrastructure to help power the next-generation economy. An electronic version of the report is available at www.williams.com/sustainability. “Rising energy demand requires solutions that are affordable and reliable, while also ready now and fit for a sustainable future,” said Chad Zamarin, W.

businesswire.com - 2026-07-30 09:15:00

TULSA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Williams' (NYSE: WMB) board of directors has approved a regular dividend of $0.525 per share, or $2.10 annualized, on the company's common stock, payable on Sept. 28, 2026, to holders of record at the close of business on Sept. 11, 2026.

businesswire.com - 2026-07-28 10:57:00

For over five years, Midstream MLPs and corporations have stood out for their robust free cash flow (FCF) generation, supporting reliable dividend growth and share buybacks. In 2026, midstream MLPs continue to generate among the highest FCF yields in the energy sector.

etftrends.com - 2026-07-28 07:46:49

I detail two of the best risk-reward opportunities today. I explain the powerful macro tailwinds that should drive strong dividend growth alongside very attractive 6.5-10% current yields. I also outline the risks involved in each investment.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-27 14:25:23

The Williams Companies (WMB) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

zacks.com - 2026-07-27 11:03:22

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zacks.com - 2026-07-27 10:07:02

Energy Transfer doesn't live up to one very important expectation I have when I buy a stock.

fool.com - 2026-07-26 10:15:00

Verizon , Kinder Morgan, Regions Financial, and KeyCorp are the four buyable Barron's Better Bets Dogs, offering high, 'safest' dividends at fair prices. Analyst forecasts project net gains of 9.62% to 21.97% for top BBB Dogs by July 2027, with average net 13.68% on the top ten. Six BBB Dogs show negative free cash flow margins, making their dividends potentially unsafe; Pfizer, ONEOK, Mid-America Apartment, Federal Realty, Williams Companies, and Entergy are flagged.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-26 06:27:24

First Trust Advisors LP raised its stake in Williams Companies, Inc. (The) (NYSE: WMB) by 1.5% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 974,156 shares of the pipeline company's stock after buying an additional 14,150 shares during the

defenseworld.net - 2026-07-26 04:53:24

One investor sees the natural gas market setting up the same way memory chips did before a shortage sent Micron stock surging, and he thinks the fuse on this trade is already burning with hyperscalers and data center developers holding the bag.

247wallst.com - 2026-07-22 15:46:12

One investor says natural gas is about to do to Microsoft and Amazon what memory chip shortages did to cloud giants, and the squeeze could arrive within six months.

247wallst.com - 2026-07-22 13:31:55

Seagate Technology shares continued to advance as demand for high-capacity storage tied to AI data-center buildouts supported further positive earnings revisions. On balance, the Fund's artificial intelligence positioning was a net positive contributor to relative performance during the quarter. We added the Humana position on the view that earnings are at a cyclical trough, with MA margins currently depressed, in some cases negative, as elevated medical cost trends have outpaced premium growth across the industry.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-22 12:35:00

Acumen Wealth Advisors LLC raised its position in shares of Williams Companies, Inc. (The) (NYSE: WMB) by 622.9% in the first quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 11,378 shares of the pipeline company's stock after acquiring an additional 9,804 shares

defenseworld.net - 2026-07-22 03:55:09

As we cross the halfway mark of 2026, the energy space has already experienced a dramatic shift in the macro landscape. Supply disruptions in the Middle East turned a looming oil supply glut into a severe shortage with depleted global inventories, benefiting U.S. energy companies across the value chain.

etftrends.com - 2026-07-21 07:24:42

Natural gas fell 1% for the week, but firmer demand and LNG trends put Cheniere Energy, The Williams Companies and Excelerate Energy in focus as the market looks for support.

zacks.com - 2026-07-20 09:36:07

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zacks.com - 2026-07-15 09:55:30

WMB secures a $5.34 billion Blackstone-led investment to accelerate five Power Innovation projects while retaining control and boosting financial flexibility.

zacks.com - 2026-07-14 09:16:04

WMB, AR and EXE face near-term gas-price pressure, but power demand and recovering LNG exports could support long-term opportunity.

zacks.com - 2026-07-13 09:46:05

U.S. pipeline operator ​Williams said on Monday ‌a consortium led by Blackstone will invest $5.34 billion for ​a 49% noncontrolling stake ​in five of its behind-the-meter ⁠power generation projects.

reuters.com - 2026-07-13 09:23:27

Kinder Morgan, MPLX and Williams offer fee-based midstream models, long-term contracts and lower exposure to volatile oil and gas prices.

zacks.com - 2026-07-10 12:25:25

VDE targets broad energy giants with lower costs, while MLPX focuses on midstream infrastructure with higher payouts. Which strategy aligns with your portfolio?

fool.com - 2026-07-09 14:23:33

On July 07, 2026, Williams Companies Inc (WMB) shares rose 3.1% today, closing at $75.08. The stock has shown a 52-week range of $55.82 to $80.08, reflecting a

gurufocus.com - 2026-07-07 17:25:00

There are several macro trends that I have high conviction in. However, there are also several sectors that are positioned to benefit immensely from these macro trends that the market has recently sold off. I detail why I am bullish on these sectors and some high-yielding funds that are well-positioned to benefit.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-04 07:05:00

TULSA, Okla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Williams (NYSE: WMB) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Lloyd W. “Billy” Helms, Jr. and Robb E. Turner as independent directors on the Board, effective July 1, 2026. Helms brings more than 40 years of energy industry experience, most recently serving as president of EOG Resources, Inc., one of the largest exploration and production companies in the United States. During his career working across multiple divisions at EOG, he held several sen.

businesswire.com - 2026-07-01 16:15:00

The Williams Companies and Brookfield Renewable are both reliable income plays.

fool.com - 2026-07-01 15:45:38

The energy infrastructure sector includes a range of different business models, from gathering systems at the wellhead to long-haul pipelines and export facilities. Comparing midstream companies without a standardized framework of midstream classifications can be difficult.

etftrends.com - 2026-06-30 07:59:45

Williams Companies (WMB) is reportedly moving closer to one of the largest acquisitions in its history as the natural gas pipeline operator is in advanced talks

gurufocus.com - 2026-06-29 14:42:00

WMB reportedly nears one of its biggest acquisitions, with a $5.5 billion Momentum Midstream deal aimed at expanding gas infrastructure.

zacks.com - 2026-06-29 11:56:11

Williams is in ​advanced talks ‌to acquire rival ​natural gas ​pipeline operator Momentum ⁠Midstream ​from private equity ​firm EnCap Flatrock Midstream for ​about $5.5 ​billion, Bloomberg News ‌reported ⁠on Sunday, citing people familiar ​with ​the ⁠matter.

reuters.com - 2026-06-28 14:58:12

KMI, MPLX and WMB look poised to withstand oil-price swings as fee-based contracts and pipeline assets support stable midstream revenues.

zacks.com - 2026-06-26 12:35:23

At 65 with $1.4 million, I want income that does not flinch when the Fed pivots. My sovereign income blueprint targets three companies that own physical networks the economy must pay to use: aerospace and defense, interstate natural gas pipelines, and global infrastructure.

247wallst.com - 2026-06-26 10:02:54

The Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSEARCA:XLE) has had a volatile two months.

247wallst.com - 2026-06-22 09:17:29

Brookfield Renewable expects to grow its earnings at a rate of more than 10% annually through 2031. ExxonMobil expects to deliver double-digit annual earnings and cash flow growth through 2030.

fool.com - 2026-06-17 06:00:00

The Williams Companies is upgraded to strong buy, driven by robust project execution and a pivot into behind-the-meter power solutions for data centers. WMB targets a 9% contracted EBITDA CAGR through 2029, outpacing the sector average, with a $7.3B growth CapEx pipeline and long-term revenue visibility. Dividend growth is accelerating, supported by fee-based revenues and strong coverage; projections suggest a potential 4.5% yield by 2029.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-06-17 05:31:56

North American midstream energy companies play a critical shipping and handling role in the energy value chain, operating pipelines, storage terminals, export terminals, and facilities that process natural gas into a usable form.  Key Takeaways The midstream space generates highly stable, fee-based cash flows that insulate it from volatile oil and gas prices.

etftrends.com - 2026-06-15 09:34:43

KMI, MPLX and WMB look poised to gain as fee-based midstream models help them navigate energy-market volatility tied to Iran-war uncertainty.

zacks.com - 2026-06-12 11:45:18

The VanEck Energy Income ETF (NYSEARCA:EINC) pays a distribution yield in the 3.2% to 3.6% range while behaving like a commodity-leveraged equity fund, with shares up about 25% year to date and roughly 27% over the past year. That gap between yield and total return defines EINC: investors are buying midstream cash flow, but the... Dividend Safety Check: EINC and Energy Infrastructure Income

247wallst.com - 2026-06-09 10:00:30

I would allocate $10,000 across cyclical value stocks and AI infrastructure bottleneck plays for optimal risk-reward. Union Pacific and Carlisle Companies offer exposure to cyclical recovery, economic reshoring, and robust dividend growth. The Williams Companies and Freehold Royalties provide high-income and strategic leverage to AI-driven energy demand.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-06-07 07:30:00

A weekly summary of dividend activity for Dividend Champions, Contenders, and Challengers. Companies which changed their dividends. Companies with upcoming ex-dividend dates.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-06-05 18:19:56

The Williams Companies (WMB) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

zacks.com - 2026-06-03 12:36:28

A side-by-side look at two sector funds reveals key differences in risk, income focus, and portfolio composition for energy-minded investors.

fool.com - 2026-06-03 11:07:39

The AI power conversation is dominated by nuclear restarts and small modular reactor headlines.

247wallst.com - 2026-06-03 07:04:00

Investors looking for stocks in the Oil and Gas - Production and Pipelines sector might want to consider either Ultrapar Participacoes S.A. (UGP) or Williams Companies, Inc. (The) (WMB).

zacks.com - 2026-06-02 12:40:30

North American natural gas demand is poised for a historic increase driven by growth in liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports and the demand for power, which includes data centers. This backdrop is driving unprecedented opportunities for natural gas-focused midstream companies.

etftrends.com - 2026-06-02 07:22:04

At quarter end, Invesco Summit Fund's largest overweights were in industrials, energy and communication services. Within industrials and energy, AI related energy demand has continued to drive spending on electrical infrastructure and power generation. The largest underweight was consumer discretionary, reflecting higher inflation from the US/Israel war with Iran and potential AI related employment pressure.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-05-31 05:12:00

Kinder Morgan (NYSE:KMI | KMI Price Prediction) and Williams Companies (NYSE:WMB) just closed the books on record 2025 results, and both pipeline operators are pointing the same firehose of capital at LNG exports and data center power demand.

247wallst.com - 2026-05-29 13:04:27