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Regulatory liabilities
Williams Companies Regulatory liabilities increased by 1.5% to $1.39B in Q4 2024 compared to the prior quarter. Over 4 years (FY 2020 to FY 2024), Regulatory liabilities shows relatively stable performance with a 0.2% CAGR. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementBalance Sheet Statement
SectionOther
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2014
Last reportedQ4 2024Feb 25, 2025
How to read this metric
An increase indicates a higher obligation to provide future rate relief or refunds, which may impact future cash flow timing.
Detailed definition
This represents obligations to refund customers or defer revenue recognition due to regulatory requirements. These liabi...
Peer comparison
Standard in regulated energy sectors; reflects the balance of regulatory rate-setting mechanisms.
Metric ID:
other_regulatory_liabilitiesHistorical Data
4 periods
| Q4 '21 | Q4 '22 | Q4 '23 | Q4 '24 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $1.38B | $1.43B | $1.37B | $1.39B |
| QoQ Change | — | +3.9% | -4.8% | +1.5% |
| YoY Change | — | +3.9% | -4.8% | +1.5% |
Range$1.37B – $1.43B
Avg YoY Growth+0.2%
Median YoY Growth+1.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Williams Companies's regulatory liabilities?
- Williams Companies (WMB) reported regulatory liabilities of $1.39B in Q4 2024.
- What is the long-term trend for Williams Companies's regulatory liabilities?
- Over 4 years (2020 to 2024), Williams Companies's regulatory liabilities has grown at a 0.2% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from $1.37B to $1.39B.
- What does regulatory liabilities mean?
- Amounts owed to customers or deferred revenue due to regulatory rate-setting rules.