WMB Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
WMB - Williams Companies Inc.
$71.54
0.63 (0.89%)
▲
5d:
-3.32%
30d:
-1.69%
90d:
-6.25%
HOLD
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 31, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Aug 03, 2026
0d
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Strength: 7.2/10
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Bottom Line:
📊 HOLD: WMB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
📊 HOLD: WMB shows mixed signals. Fine to hold existing positions. Not urgent to buy or sell.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$81.60
Based on 5.0% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$50.67
Trading above historical range
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: WMB is currently trading at $71.54, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $72.16 to $76.03. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 27.7) is in line with its historical norms (28.0). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 0.4% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 25.0% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WMB is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $69.27, while resistance sits at $76.42.
Market Sentiment: WMB has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $83.82 (+18.2%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Technical Outlook: Technically, WMB is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $69.27, while resistance sits at $76.42.
Market Sentiment: WMB has a weak technical setup (25/100), with bearish trendlines and momentum suggesting caution for short-term entries. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $83.82 (+18.2%). The stock is fairly positioned - fine to hold existing positions or accumulate slowly on dips, but not an urgent buy.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
OVERSOLD
Historical Trading Range
$72.16 -
$76.03
Company Quality Score
46/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
54.8%
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View Profit Protection PlanAll Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (25/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($83.82)
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$72.16 -
$76.03
Current vs Trading Range
OVERSOLD
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$69.27
Resistance Level
$76.42
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Jul 31, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
27.66
Wall Street Target
$83.82
(+18.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
25.0%
Profit Margin
23.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-0.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
27.7 vs 28.0
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-0.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$70.63
(0%)
2-Year Target
$70.34
(-1%)
3-Year Target
$70.06
(-1%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 28→28)
$70.93
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 27.7, Growth: 5.9%)
$84.27
(+19%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.8, Growth: 5.9%)
$63.41
(-11%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.7, Growth: 5.9%)
$53.90
(-24%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (31x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (28x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 30.76 | Current EPS (TTM): $2.28
Bull Case
$86.75
(+21%)
Analyst growth 12.4%, PE expands to 33.8
Base Case
$78.86
(+10%)
Market implied 12.4%, PE stable at 30.8
Bear Case
$47.69
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 26.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 27.7 to 28.0
Stabilization Target:
$71.79
(+1.2%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+1.2%
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Last updated: August 02, 2026 11:51 PM ET
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1
Buys
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Sells
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