Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)

US — Utilities Sector
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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol ATO
  • Rev/Share 28.1824
  • Book/Share 82.5368
  • PB 1.8458
  • Debt/Equity 0.6475
  • CurrentRatio 1.3277
  • ROIC 0.0473

 

  • MktCap 24198816950.0
  • FreeCF/Share -8.2023
  • PFCF -18.5343
  • PE 21.3283
  • Debt/Assets 0.3153
  • DivYield 0.0224
  • ROE 0.0905

 

  • Rating B+
  • Score 3
  • Recommendation Neutral
  • P/E Score 2
  • DCF Score 4
  • P/B Score 2
  • D/E Score 4

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Downgrade ATO Mizuho Outperform Neutral -- $164 April 28, 2025
Initiation ATO Wolfe Research -- Peer Perform -- -- March 31, 2025
Upgrade ATO Argus Hold Buy -- $150 Dec. 20, 2024
Resumed ATO BofA Securities -- Buy -- $156 Dec. 13, 2024
Initiation ATO Jefferies -- Hold -- $155 Oct. 2, 2024
Initiation ATO Ladenburg Thalmann -- Buy -- $144 Sept. 9, 2024

News

UGI vs. ATO: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
ATO, UGI
Published: June 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors looking for stocks in the Utility - Gas Distribution sector might want to consider either UGI (UGI) or Atmos Energy (ATO). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?

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Why Is Atmos (ATO) Down 5.5% Since Last Earnings Report?
ATO
Published: June 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

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

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Has Atmos Energy (ATO) Outpaced Other Utilities Stocks This Year?
ATO
Published: June 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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

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Atmos Energy (ATO) Could Be a Great Choice
ATO
Published: May 26, 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 Energy (ATO) have what it takes?

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Reasons to Add Atmos Energy Stock to Your Portfolio Right Now
ATO
Published: May 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

ATO is a good stock to invest in the utility gas-distribution industry, given its growth prospects, better debt management and ability to increase shareholders' value.

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UGI or ATO: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
ATO, UGI
Published: May 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors with an interest in Utility - Gas Distribution stocks have likely encountered both UGI (UGI) and Atmos Energy (ATO). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

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Consumer Sentiment Hits New Low: 4 Low-Beta Utility Stocks to Bank On
ATO, DTE, EIX, MDU
Published: May 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

Low-beta utility stocks like ATO, DTE, EIX and MDU are safe bets during times of market volatility.

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Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why Atmos Energy (ATO) is a Great Choice
ATO
Published: May 12, 2025 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: May 09, 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 Energy (ATO) have what it takes?

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Atmos Energy: Nibble, But Don't Gorge - Yet
ATO
Published: May 09, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Atmos Energy is a leading natural gas utility with strong regulatory support and a robust capital expenditure plan, ensuring steady EPS and dividend growth. The company operates in favorable regulatory environments, with 70% of its customers in states rated 1-1 to 2-1 by Regulatory Research Associates. ATO's aggressive capital investments aim to double its rate base by 2029, enhancing infrastructure reliability and supporting long-term growth.

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Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) Q2 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
ATO
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Atmos Energy Corporation (NYSE:ATO ) Q2 2025 Results Conference Call May 8, 2025 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Dan Meziere - Vice President of Investor Relations & Treasurer Kevin Akers - President & Chief Executive Officer Chris Forsythe - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Richard Sunderland - JPMorgan Fei She - Barclays Paul Fremont - Landenberg Bauman Christopher Jeffrey - Mizuho Securities Ryan Levine - Citi Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by, and welcome to the Atmos Energy Corporation Fiscal 2025 Second Quarter Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions] As a reminder, today's call is being recorded.

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Fed Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged: 4 Low-Beta Utility Stocks to Buy
AES, ATO, AWK, DTE
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Markets are likely to remain volatile. Utility stocks, which are considered defensive, such as AES, DTE, ATO and AWK are safe bets.

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Atmos Energy Q2 Earnings Surpass Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y
ATO
Published: May 08, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ATO's fiscal second-quarter earnings and revenues increase year over year. However, operation and maintenance expenses rise during the same period.

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Atmos Energy Delivers More Solid Results In Q2
ATO
Published: May 07, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Atmos Energy Delivers More Solid Results In Q2

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Compared to Estimates, Atmos (ATO) Q2 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
ATO
Published: May 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Atmos (ATO) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended March 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

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Atmos Energy (ATO) Beats Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
ATO
Published: May 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Atmos Energy (ATO) came out with quarterly earnings of $3.03 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.92 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.85 per share a year ago.

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UGI vs. ATO: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
ATO, UGI
Published: May 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors with an interest in Utility - Gas Distribution stocks have likely encountered both UGI (UGI) and Atmos Energy (ATO). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

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Atmos (ATO) Q2 Earnings on the Horizon: Analysts' Insights on Key Performance Measures
ATO
Published: May 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Looking beyond Wall Street's top -and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for Atmos (ATO), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended March 2025.

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Atmos Energy (ATO) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?
ATO
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Atmos (ATO) possesses 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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Atmos Energy to Release Q2 Earnings: Here's What to Expect
ATO
Published: April 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ATO's second-quarter fiscal 2025 earnings are expected to have continued to benefit from strategic investments, customer growth and implementation of new rates.

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Why Atmos Energy (ATO) is a Great Dividend Stock Right Now
ATO
Published: April 23, 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 Energy (ATO) have what it takes?

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SWX or ATO: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
ATO, SWX
Published: April 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors interested in stocks from the Utility - Gas Distribution sector have probably already heard of Southwest Gas (SWX) and Atmos Energy (ATO). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

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Atmos Energy (ATO) is a Great Momentum Stock: Should You Buy?
ATO
Published: April 15, 2025 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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Is Atmos Energy (ATO) Outperforming Other Utilities Stocks This Year?
ATO
Published: April 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

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

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Will Atmos (ATO) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
ATO
Published: April 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Atmos (ATO) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

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Why Atmos Energy (ATO) is a Top Dividend Stock for Your Portfolio
ATO
Published: April 07, 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 Energy (ATO) have what it takes?

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These 2 Utilities Stocks Could Beat Earnings: Why They Should Be on Your Radar
ATO, ED
Published: April 07, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Finding stocks expected to beat quarterly earnings estimates becomes an easier task with our Zacks Earnings ESP.

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Buy 5 Low-Beta High-Yielding Stocks Amid Trump Tariffs and Market Rout
ATO, CMS, CNP, EXC, WEC
Published: April 04, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Five low-beta stocks with high dividend yield look attractive at current market scenario. These are: ATO, WEC, EXC, CMS, CNP.

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4 Gas Distribution Stocks to Accumulate in a Thriving Industry
ATO, CPK, NJR, SWX
Published: April 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Ongoing increases in natural gas export volumes and regular investment in pipelines are driving the Zacks Gas Distribution industry's near-term prospects. Utilities with stable infrastructure like ATO, SWX, NJR and CPK are well-poised to gain.

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SWX or ATO: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
ATO, SWX
Published: April 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors with an interest in Utility - Gas Distribution stocks have likely encountered both Southwest Gas (SWX) and Atmos Energy (ATO). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

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About Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)

  • IPO Date 1983-12-28
  • Website https://www.atmosenergy.com
  • Industry Regulated Gas
  • CEO Mr. 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.