Archer-Daniels-Midland Co vs Williams Companies Inc — how do they compare? Archer-Daniels-Midland Co trades at $80.75 (market cap $38.78B), while Williams Companies Inc trades at $72.29 (market cap $88.45B). The key difference: Williams Companies Inc is far larger — about 2.3× Archer-Daniels-Midland Co's market cap, and Williams Companies Inc pays the higher dividend (2.9%). Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| ADM | WMB | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $38.78B | $88.45B |
Sector | Consumer Staples | Energy |
52-Week High | $87.32 | $79.40 |
52-Week Low | $56.00 | $56.51 |
Enterprise Value | $47.03B | $119.07B |
Dividend Yield | 2.59% | 2.9% |
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Archer-Daniels Midland is a major processor of oilseeds, corn, wheat, and other agricultural commodities. Additionally, the company owns an extensive network of logistical assets to store and transport crops around the globe. ADM also runs a nutrition business that focuses on both human and animal ingredients. The company is also a large producer of corn-based sweeteners, starches, and ethanol.
Read more on ADM →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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