5 Best MLP and Pipeline Stocks To Buy Now

3. Williams Cos. (NYSE:WMB)

No of HFs: 38

Total Value of HF Holdings: $581 Million

Yield: 8%

The third best MLP and pipeline stock to buy now is Williams Cos Inc. The company provides the infrastructure that safely delivers natural gas. They are focused on connecting North America’s hydrocarbon resource to growing markets for gas.

The company announced that its board of directors appointed Rose Robeson as an independent board. Rose was a chief financial officer of DCP Midstream, the largest natural gas liquid producer and gas processor in the United States. Stephen W. Bergstrom, chairman of the Williams Board of Directors said that Rose is an excellent addition because of her accomplished career and commitment across the energy value chain.

“The Williams Board is pleased to welcome an outstanding new director in Rose, who brings tremendous financial expertise and deep industry experience from across the energy value chain. Rose’s accomplished career and commitment to strong corporate governance makes her an excellent addition to the growing diversity of the Williams Board and positions the company to continue to deliver long-term, sustainable value and growth for our shareholders.”