Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF vs Williams Companies Inc — how do they compare? Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF trades at $43.46, while Williams Companies Inc trades at $72.29 (market cap $88.45B). The key difference: Williams Companies Inc pays a 2.9% dividend while Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF pays none, and Williams Companies Inc is trading nearer its 52-week high, Goldman Sachs Physical Gold ETF nearer its low. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| AAAU | WMB | |
|---|---|---|
Sector | Commodities - Metals/Agriculture | Energy |
52-Week High | $53.21 | $79.40 |
52-Week Low | $32.74 | $56.51 |
Market Cap | — | $88.45B |
Enterprise Value | — | $119.07B |
Dividend Yield | — | 2.9% |
Trailing returns across standard periods
AAAU tracks the price of gold bullion by holding physical gold bars in secure vaults. Managed by Goldman Sachs, this ETF offers a cost-effective way to gain direct exposure to gold without the logistical challenges of storage or insurance.
Read more on AAAU →Williams is a midstream energy company that owns and operates the large Transco and Northwest pipeline systems and associated natural gas gathering, processing, and storage assets. In August 2018, the firm acquired the remaining 26% ownership of its limited partner, Williams Partners.
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