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WMB

The Williams Companies, Inc.

S&P 500
WMB|Energy|Oil & Gas Midstream|$74.46|P/E 34.3|MCap 90.3B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About The Williams Companies, Inc.

The Williams Companies operates as a major energy infrastructure company focused on natural gas transmission, gathering, processing, and related services across the United States. The company's primary operations include the Transco pipeline, which connects the Gulf Coast to the Northeast, along with additional natural gas transmission pipelines serving the Rockies, Pacific Northwest, and midcontinent regions. Williams maintains substantial gathering and processing assets in Appalachia and other major basins, complemented by crude oil handling and transportation capabilities in the Gulf Coast. The company has recently expanded into power generation infrastructure, securing multiple power supply agreements to support data center and AI-related energy demands. Operating through segments including Transmission & Gulf of America, Northeast Gathering & Processing, and West, Williams generates revenue primarily through fee-based services rather than commodity exposure. Founded in 1908 and headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the company serves utility companies, industrial customers, and energy producers with critical midstream infrastructure that connects energy supplies to end markets.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.74%

Annual Dividend

$2.02

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

93.46%

FCF Payout Ratio

271.64%

Stock Price

$74.46

52-Week Range

$51.58 $76.87

Dividend Health Score

57/ 100Caution

WMB's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 42.2% cfo payout ratio & 18.6% return on equity. Areas of concern: 93.5% earnings payout ratio & 271.6% fcf payout ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Caution
Earnings Payout Ratio
93.5%Warning
FCF Payout Ratio
271.6%Danger
CFO Payout Ratio
42.2%Safe
Interest Coverage
3.5xCaution

Balance Sheet

Warning
Net Debt / Total Assets
50.1%Warning
Current Ratio
0.5xDanger
Debt-to-Equity
197.0Caution

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
18.6%Safe
Operating Margin
41.3%Very Safe
Gross Margin
62.9%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
4.6%Caution
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

WMB annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

WMB earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

March 13, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 30, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

5.57%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

4.56%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-2.01%

3-Year Total Growth

17.65%

5-Year Total Growth

25.00%

10-Year Total Growth

-18.37%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$7,446.00

Annual Income

$202.50

Quarterly Income

$50.63

Monthly Income

$16.88

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is WMB's current dividend yield?
The Williams Companies, Inc. (WMB) currently has a dividend yield of 2.74%, based on a stock price of $74.46 and an annual dividend of $2.02.
When is WMB's next dividend payment date?
WMB's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-13 and the next payment date is 2026-03-30. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does WMB pay in dividends per year?
The Williams Companies, Inc. paid $2.00 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has WMB been increasing its dividend?
The Williams Companies, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 4.56% and a 10-year CAGR of -2.01%.
Is WMB's dividend safe?
The Williams Companies, Inc. has a payout ratio of 93.46%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 271.64%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is WMB's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates The Williams Companies, Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for energy companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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