Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)

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Are Utilities Stocks Lagging Atmos Energy (ATO) This Year?

ATO
Published: March 20, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Here is how Atmos Energy (ATO) and ENGIE - Sponsored ADR (ENGIY) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why Atmos Energy (ATO) is a Great Choice

ATO
Published: March 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Atmos Energy (ATO) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Are You Looking for a High-Growth Dividend Stock?

ATO
Published: March 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Atmos (ATO) have what it takes?

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Atmos (ATO) Up 8.7% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

ATO
Published: March 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Atmos (ATO) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

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Is Atmos Energy (ATO) Stock Outpacing Its Utilities Peers This Year?

ATO
Published: March 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how Atmos Energy (ATO) and Exelon (EXC) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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3 Utility Stocks to Protect Your Portfolio as Inflation Rises in January

ATO, CWCO, FTS
Published: March 03, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Rising January wholesale inflation rattles markets; low-beta utility plays ATO, CWCO and FTS offer defensive growth and dividends.

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Buy 5 Low-Beta High-Yielding Stocks Amid Global Economic Uncertainty

ATO, BHP, ETR, HSY, RIO
Published: March 03, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

HSY, BHP, RIO, ATO and ETR are low-beta dividend stocks that offer steady income and downside cushion as 2026 market volatility tests investors' nerves.

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Best Dividend Aristocrats For March 2026

ABBV, ABT, ADM, ADP, AFL, ALB, AMCR, AOS, APD, ATO, BDX, BEN, BRO, CAH, CAT, CHD, CHRW, CINF, CL, CLX, CTAS, DOV, ECL, ED, EMR, BF-A, BF-B, ERIE, ES, EXPD, FAST, FDS, FRT, GD, GPC, GWW, HRL, IBM, ITW, JNJ, KMB, KO, KVUE, LIN, LOW, MCD, MDT, MKC, NDSN, NEE, NOBL, NUE, O, PEP, PG, PNR, PPG, ROP, SHW, SJM, SPGI, SPY, SWK, SYY, TGT, TROW, WMT, WST, XOM
Published: February 27, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat ETF (NOBL) is up 9.39% YTD in 2026, decisively outperforming SPY's 1.08%. Dividend Aristocrats are regaining momentum after a weak 2025, with 55 outpacing SPY and 39 posting double-digit gains this year already. Dividend growth is lagging, with 2026's average increase currently at 3.22%, below last year's trend and potentially signaling headwinds.

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Why Atmos Energy (ATO) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now

ATO
Published: February 17, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Atmos (ATO) have what it takes?

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Atmos Energy Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Increase Y/Y

ATO
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ATO beats Q1 EPS estimates as revenues rise 14% year over year. The company lifts its quarterly dividend.

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Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

ATO
Published: February 04, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Atmos Energy to Release Q1 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know

ATO
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ATO heads into Q1 earnings with growth from new rates, steady customer additions and ongoing system upgrades in focus.

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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Utilities Stocks Now

AEP, ATO
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Why investors should use the Zacks Earnings ESP tool to help find stocks that are poised to top quarterly earnings estimates.

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Countdown to Atmos (ATO) Q1 Earnings: A Look at Estimates Beyond Revenue and EPS

ATO
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Evaluate the expected performance of Atmos (ATO) for the quarter ended December 2025, looking beyond the conventional Wall Street top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining some of its key metrics for better insight.

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Atmos Energy (ATO) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth

ATO
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Atmos (ATO) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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SR vs. ATO: Which Stock Should Value Investors Buy Now?

ATO, SR
Published: January 23, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors looking for stocks in the Utility - Gas Distribution sector might want to consider either Spire (SR) or Atmos Energy (ATO). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

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Utility Gas Inflation Is Soaring. This Stock Is a Clear Winner

ATO
Published: January 20, 2026 by: MarketBeat
Sentiment: Neutral

On Jan. 13, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released December's Consumer Price Index data, showing that headline inflation rose at a year-over-year (YOY) pace of 2.7%.

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Why Atmos Energy (ATO) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio

ATO
Published: January 14, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Atmos (ATO) have what it takes?

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SR or ATO: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

ATO, SR
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors interested in Utility - Gas Distribution stocks are likely familiar with Spire (SR) and Atmos Energy (ATO). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

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Atmos Energy: A Premium Utility That Requires Patience

ATO
Published: December 31, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Atmos Energy is a premier regulated natural gas utility with 23 years of consecutive EPS growth and robust fundamentals. ATO's premium valuation—Forward P/E of 21x— limits the upside as there is no potential for multiple expansion anymore; a more attractive entry is at 18x–19x. Texas regulatory tailwinds, especially House Bill 4384, underpin a $26B CAPEX plan and 6–8% annual EPS growth guidance through 2030.

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Best Dividend Aristocrats For January 2026

ABBV, ABT, ADM, ADP, AFL, ALB, AMCR, AOS, APD, ATO, BDX, BEN, BRO, CAH, CAT, CB, CHD, CHRW, CINF, CL, CLX, CTAS, CVX, DOV, ECL, BF-A, BF-B, ED, EMR, ERIE, ES, ESS, EXPD, FAST, FDS, FRT, GD, GPC, GWW, HRL, IBM, ITW, JNJ, KMB, KO, KVUE, LIN, LOW, MCD, MDT, MKC, NDSN, NEE, NOBL, NUE, O, PEP, PG, PNR, PPG, ROP, SHW, SJM, SPGI, SPY, SWK, SYY, TGT, TROW, WMT, WST, XOM
Published: December 31, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat ETF (NOBL) underperformed SPY in 2025, gaining 7.2% versus SPY's 18.42%. Despite average underperformance, select Aristocrats like CAH (+74.18%), ALB (+66.90%), and CHRW (+61.22%) delivered strong double-digit returns. Dividend growth for the Aristocrats slowed to 5.52% in 2025, down from 5.78% in 2024, with 68 of 69 raising payouts.

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4 Low-Beta Defensive Stocks to Buy as Consumer Confidence Plummets

ATO, AWR, INGR, SRE
Published: December 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

With consumer confidence sliding, low-beta defensive picks like ATO, AWR, SRE and INGR stand out as investors look to limit downside risk.

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Atmos Energy (ATO) Could Be a Great Choice

ATO
Published: December 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Atmos (ATO) have what it takes?

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Atmos (ATO) Upgraded to Buy: Here's Why

ATO
Published: December 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Atmos (ATO) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

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SR vs. ATO: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

ATO, SR
Published: December 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors interested in Utility - Gas Distribution stocks are likely familiar with Spire (SR) and Atmos Energy (ATO). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

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Is Atmos Energy (ATO) Outperforming Other Utilities Stocks This Year?

ATO
Published: December 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how Atmos Energy (ATO) and Lumen (LUMN) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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2 Gas Utility Stocks to Add to Your Portfolio as 2025 Wraps Up

ATO, SR
Published: December 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Demand for natural gas is rising in the United States and internationally due to its clean-burning nature. High volume of 24/7 clean energy demand from AI-driven data centers, reshoring of some industries, higher usage of electric vehicles and higher domestic demand during cold winters continue to boost demand for natural gas.

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Build a Stronger 2026 Portfolio With These 5 Dividend Aristocrats

ATO, CAT, MDT, PEP, SPGI
Published: December 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ATO, MDT, PEP, CAT and SPGI stand out as dividend aristocrats for 2026, offering decades of hikes, solid yields and defensive income.

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3 Gas Distribution Stocks to Buy From a Challenging Industry

ATO, BIPC, SR
Published: December 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Rising competition from other clean energy sources and aging infrastructure can adversely impact the stock operating in the Zacks Utility - Gas Distribution industry. However, a decline in interest rates can boost the prospect of ATO, BIPC and SR.

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Are You Looking for a High-Growth Dividend Stock?

ATO
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Dividends are one of the best benefits to being a shareholder, but finding a great dividend stock is no easy task. Does Atmos (ATO) have what it takes?

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About Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)

IPO Date 1983-12-28
Website https://www.atmosenergy.com
Industry Regulated Gas
CEO John Kevin Akers
Employees 5260

Atmos Energy Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the regulated natural gas distribution, and pipeline and storage businesses in the United States. It operates through two segments, Distribution, and Pipeline and Storage. The Distribution segment is involved in the regulated natural gas distribution and related sales operations in eight states. This segment distributes natural gas to approximately three million residential, commercial, public authority, and industrial customers. As of September 30, 2021, it owned 71,921 miles of underground distribution and transmission mains. The Pipeline and Storage segment engages in the pipeline and storage operations. This segment transports natural gas for third parties and manages five underground storage reservoirs in Texas; and provides ancillary services to the pipeline industry, including parking arrangements, lending, and inventory sales. As of September 30, 2021, it owned 5,699 miles of gas transmission lines. Atmos Energy Corporation was founded in 1906 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas.