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The Williams Companies Barclays 39th Annual CEO Energy-Power Conference 2025 summary

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Barclays 39th Annual CEO Energy-Power Conference 2025 summary2 Sep, 2025

Recent performance and growth

  • Achieved 12 consecutive years of earnings or Adjusted EBITDA growth, with a 9% CAGR in earnings and Adjusted EBITDA over the last five years, and a 20% return on invested capital during that period.

  • Earnings per share grew at a 14% CAGR over five years, with improved balance sheet and reduced leverage.

  • 2025 Adjusted EBITDA guidance is $7.6B–$7.9B, with Adjusted EPS of $2.01–$2.19 and AFFO per share of $4.53–$4.72, reflecting continued strong growth.

  • Updated 2024 earnings guidance to $7.75 billion, a $350 million increase, projecting a 9% year-over-year growth into 2025.

  • Maintained steady growth through disruptive cycles, positioning for even stronger fundamentals ahead.

Strategic focus and market fundamentals

  • Strategy centers on the natural gas value chain, emphasizing reliability, affordability, cleanliness, and speed.

  • U.S. power demand expected to quadruple over the next decade, driven by data centers, AI, and renewable intermittency.

  • Natural gas seen as essential for decarbonization, supporting renewable energy integration and electrification.

  • LNG export demand projected to double by 2035, remaining a key growth driver.

  • Coal-to-gas conversions along the footprint could yield emissions reductions equivalent to removing up to 100 million cars.

Project pipeline and investment outlook

  • Transmission capacity forecasted to grow from 20 BCF/day in 2018 to 38 BCF/day by 2030, with a clear line of sight to strong fundamentals.

  • Backlog includes over 13 BCF/day of transmission projects and 6 GW of power innovation projects, with $14B in project opportunities for 2027–2033.

  • Power innovation investments increased to $2 billion, with more projects expected to be announced by year-end.

  • Largest project in company history, Southeast Supply Enhancement, set for 2027, with other major projects through 2030 and beyond.

  • Significant expansions underway on Transco, Mountain West, and Northwest Pipeline systems, including coal-to-gas conversions and reliability projects.

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Frequently asked questions

Processing and Transporting Natural Gas

Williams Companies, Inc. is an American energy infrastructure company, primarily focused on the processing and transportation of natural gas. The company operates a vast network of pipelines that extend across the country, connecting natural gas supplies to end users. The company plays a significant role in the North American energy sector, handling natural gas used for heating homes, generating electricity, and fueling industries. Besides transportation, the company also owns and operates various assets within petroleum and electricity generation. The company is headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and its shares are listed on the NYSE.

Foundation and Expansion

The company was founded in 1908 and has a long history in the energy industry. Originally established as Williams Brothers by Miller and David Williams in Oklahoma, the company initially focused on constructing pipelines for natural gas and petroleum. Throughout the 20th century, Williams Companies expanded significantly, diversifying into various sectors of the energy market. In the 1940s, it played a pivotal role in developing pipelines spanning the U.S. and in subsequent decades grew through the construction of new pipelines as well as through acquisitions further expanding its network.

Natural Gas

Williams Companies has established itself as a key player in the natural gas industry. The company's operations primarily focus on the processing, transportation, and storage of natural gas. With a vast network of pipelines, Williams Companies plays a crucial role in ensuring the steady and efficient flow of natural gas across significant parts of the United States. The company's infrastructure includes thousands of miles of pipelines, connecting major natural gas supply basins to markets throughout the country. In addition to transportation, Williams Companies is involved in natural gas processing, which involves removing impurities and extracting valuable byproducts such as propane and ethane. Some notable publicly listed peers include Energy Transfer, Kinder Morgan, and Plains All American.

Other Areas of Operation

Beyond its core focus on natural gas, Williams Companies has diversified into other areas of the energy sector. This includes operations in crude oil and natural gas liquids, where the company is involved in transportation and storage. Additionally, Williams Companies has historically engaged in petroleum refining and exploration, although these activities have varied in scale over time.

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