Williams Companies gains after 2026 profit forecast lifted

The Williams Companies

10/02/2026 14:07

** Shares of pipeline operator Williams Companies WMB.N  up ~4% at $70.50 premarket

** Company raises 2026 profit forecast as new pipeline and offshore projects drive growth and natural gas demand continues to rise

** Co now expects adj. profit of $2.20 to $2.38 per share vs est. of $2.28 per share - data compiled by LSEG

** WMB expects 2026 growth capital spending of $6.1 billion to $6.7 billion

** Posts Q4 adj. EPS of 55 cents per share vs est. of 57 cents

** Stock was up 11% in 2025

 (Reporting by Dharna Bafna in Bengaluru)

 ((dharna.bafna@thomsonreuters.com))