Williams Cos Inc is a leading energy infrastructure company based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, with a rich history dating back to 1908. It plays a crucial role in the United States energy sector by owning and operating an extensive network of 33,000 miles of pipelines. The company's operations span across various regions, including the Gulf Coast, Marcellus and Utica Shales, Rocky Mountains, and more, focusing on natural gas pipelines, storage facilities, and processing. It also engages in the marketing, trading, and transportation of natural gas and natural gas liquids, supporting utilities, municipalities, and energy producers.
Williams is buying Momentum Midstream for up to $5.5 billion and already lifted its 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance midpoint to $8.4 billion, with revenue beating expectations. Leverage moves to about 3.75x pro forma, the number to watch next.
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