Williams Companies Inc.
WMBWilliams Companies Inc. (WMB) is a major energy infrastructure firm focused on the transportation and gathering of natural gas. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the company operates an extensive network of pipelines across the United States, facilitating the movement of natural gas to various markets. Williams is also involved in natural gas processing, storage, and other midstream services, playing a key role in the energy supply chain.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 29, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-12-12 | 2025-12-12 |
| September 29, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-09-12 | 2025-09-12 |
| June 30, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-06-13 | 2025-06-13 |
| March 31, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-03-14 | 2025-03-14 |
| December 30, 2024 | $0.47 | 2024-12-13 | 2024-12-13 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Williams Companies Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 89 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held WMB shares during this period received a total of $26.64 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.50/share was paid 25 days ago, on December 29, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: WMB currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 3.14%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2003, the dividend payout has grown by 4900.0%, from $0.01 to $0.50.
- Dividend Reliability: WMB has maintained or increased its dividend for 38 consecutive payments.
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