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Williams Companies Inc. (NYSE: WMB) generates a steady flow of news driven by its role in U.S. natural gas infrastructure, capital markets activity and strategic projects. As an operator of major pipelines and gathering systems, including the Transco pipeline and other transmission lines, Williams regularly reports on expansions, regulatory milestones and project developments that affect natural gas flows across key regions.
Investors following WMB news will see announcements on senior notes offerings and other financing transactions, as reflected in recent press releases and Form 8-K filings detailing public and private debt issuances. These updates explain the terms of new notes, intended uses of proceeds such as refinancing near-term maturities, and the related indenture covenants. Such information helps market participants understand Williams’ capital structure and funding of long-lived infrastructure.
Williams’ news flow also covers operational and strategic milestones. Examples include progress on the Northeast Supply Enhancement (NESE) project, which is designed to improve energy affordability and reliability in New York City by expanding natural gas infrastructure, and updates on the Constitution Pipeline project serving markets across the Northeast. The company highlights how these projects aim to displace higher-emitting fuels, support economic development and enhance energy security.
Another key news theme is Williams’ wellhead to water and LNG strategy. Releases describe the strategic partnership with Woodside Energy on the Louisiana LNG project, Williams’ equity interest and LNG offtake obligations, and its role in constructing and operating Line 200 to connect the LNG facility to multiple pipelines. News also covers transactions such as the sale of upstream interests to JERA while retaining gathering and delivery roles through systems like Louisiana Energy Gateway.
Quarterly earnings releases and related 8-K filings provide updates on segment performance, non-GAAP measures such as Adjusted EBITDA, and commentary on drivers like higher service revenues, gathering volumes and contributions from acquisitions. Dividend announcements, including changes to the annualized dividend rate, are another recurring news item for WMB.
This news page aggregates these developments so readers can track Williams’ financing decisions, project progress, regulatory milestones, earnings trends and dividend actions in one place.
Williams (NYSE: WMB) appointed Richard E. Muncrief and Jesse J. Tyson as independent directors on its Board, effective March 1, 2022. Muncrief, with over 40 years in energy, is currently CEO of Devon Energy and brings significant operational experience. Tyson, a former ExxonMobil executive, adds expertise from leadership roles in marketing and logistics. The appointments aim to enhance the Board's strategic decision-making and corporate governance, further aligning with Williams' commitment to a diverse workforce and leadership in the clean energy economy.
Williams (NYSE: WMB) will announce its fourth-quarter and full-year 2021 financial results on February 21, 2022, after market close. Following this, the company will host its 2022 Analyst Day on February 22, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. ET, focusing on its natural gas infrastructure strategy to meet clean energy demands. Presentations will highlight efficient operations, disciplined project execution, and financial guidance for 2022. Relevant materials will be available on Williams’ Investor Relations website post-announcement.
The board of directors at Williams (NYSE: WMB) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.425 per share, totaling $1.70 annually, payable on March 28, 2022. This marks a 3.7% increase from last year’s $0.41 per share dividend. Shareholders on record by the close of business on March 11, 2022 will receive this payment. Williams has consistently paid dividends every quarter since 1974, showcasing its commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Williams (NYSE: WMB) has achieved a record delivery of 17.15 million dekatherms (MMdt) of natural gas via its Transco interstate pipeline on January 3, 2022. This surpasses the previous record from February 20, 2020, driven by expansions to meet increasing demand from customers across the Eastern Seaboard and Gulf Coast. Contracted capacity on Transco has nearly tripled since 2008, now at around 18.7 MMdt/d. The company emphasizes the importance of reliable natural gas infrastructure, especially during peak demand periods in winter.
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Williams has appointed John D. Porter as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective January 1, 2022. He succeeds John Chandler, who is retiring in March 2022. Porter, previously Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer, will oversee the company's financial activities. Additionally, Mary Hausman will become Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer. She is currently Staff Vice President of Internal Audit. Both appointments reflect Williams' strategy to maintain strong financial leadership as the company advances in the natural gas sector.
Williams (NYSE: WMB) COO Micheal Dunn will participate in the Wells Fargo Virtual Midstream, Utility and Renewables Symposium on December 8. The event includes a fireside chat Q&A session at 12 p.m. Eastern Time. Investors can access a live webcast and replay via the company's investor website. Williams is a leader in natural gas infrastructure, operating over 30,000 miles of pipelines and handling about 30% of the natural gas used daily in the U.S. for clean energy and heating.
Williams (NYSE: WMB) reports unaudited financial results for Q3 2021, highlighting a net income of $164 million or $0.13 per diluted share, with Adjusted EPS of $0.34, up 26% from the previous year. Adjusted EBITDA reached $1.42 billion, up 12% YoY. The company achieved record quarterly gathering volumes of 14 Bcf/d and increased its full-year Adjusted EBITDA guidance to $5.525 billion, an 8% rise over 2020. It also announced a capital allocation strategy including a $1.5 billion stock buyback program, demonstrating strong financial health and sustainable growth in the natural gas sector.
Williams (NYSE: WMB) has announced a regular dividend of $0.41 per share, totaling $1.64 annually. This dividend is payable on December 27, 2021, to stockholders on record by December 10, 2021. The new dividend reflects a 2.5% increase from the previous $0.40 per share paid in December 2020.
Williams has consistently paid dividends quarterly since 1974, highlighting its commitment to returning value to shareholders while maintaining operations across the natural gas supply chain.
Williams (NYSE: WMB) is set to announce its third-quarter 2021 financial results after market close on November 1, 2021. The earnings conference call will occur on November 2, 2021, at 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time. Interested participants can join via phone by registering through the provided link. A webcast of the conference call will be available on the company's website, with replay access for at least 90 days.
Williams is a leader in natural gas infrastructure, operating over 30,000 miles of pipelines and handling around 30% of the U.S. natural gas supply.
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