Atmos Energy (ATO)
NYSE:ATO
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ATO Stock Chart & Stats
$186.54
$1.39(1.02%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$186.54
$1.39(1.02%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$149.98 - $192.51
Previous CloseN/A
Volume145.80K
Average Volume (3M)1.63M
Market Cap
$28.08B
Enterprise Value$37.74B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$127.11M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$9.63B
Price to Earnings (P/E)21.0
Beta0.11
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS Estimate
1.37Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.15%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)8.22
Shares Outstanding166,919,820
10 Day Avg. Volume2,292,118
30 Day Avg. Volume1,632,304
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio2.18
Price to Book (P/B)2.00
Price to Sales (P/S)5.77
P/FCF Ratio-17.95
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.34
Enterprise Value/Revenue7.73
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit15.03
Enterprise Value/Ebitda14.62
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$190.14Price Target Upside1.93% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering7
EPS Forecast (FY)8.39
Revenue Forecast (FY)$5.25B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Competitive AffordabilityNatural gas remaining materially cheaper than electricity in core service territories strengthens customer retention and provides a competitive edge in rate cases.
Customer GrowthOngoing residential customer additions combined with rising industrial load expand the revenue base and support more stable, higher earnings potential.
Earnings GuidanceFY26 EPS guidance implies about ten percent growth year over year, offering a clear earnings catalyst if results track or exceed current expectations.
Bears Say
Cash‑flow And Financing PressureHigher upfront gas purchase costs can create timing-driven cash‑flow strain and lead to modest increases in short-term borrowings and interest expense, which could constrain financial flexibility.
Regulatory And Political RiskSharp commodity-driven bill increases could spark regulatory scrutiny or political pushback that complicates cost recovery and raises compliance or rate-case risks.
Valuation HeadroomA premium valuation already reflects scale and execution strength, limiting upside if future operational improvements or multiple expansion fail to materialize.
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ATO FAQ
What was Atmos Energy’s price range in the past 12 months?
Atmos Energy lowest stock price was $149.97 and its highest was $192.51 in the past 12 months.
What is Atmos Energy’s market cap?
Atmos Energy’s market cap is $28.08B.
When is Atmos Energy’s upcoming earnings report date?
Atmos Energy’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 59 days.
How were Atmos Energy’s earnings last quarter?
Atmos Energy released its earnings results on May 06, 2026. The company reported $3.47 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $3.408 by $0.062.
Is Atmos Energy overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Atmos Energy’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Atmos Energy pay dividends?
Atmos Energy pays a Quarterly dividend of $1 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.15%. See more information on Atmos Energy dividends here
What is Atmos Energy’s EPS estimate?
Atmos Energy’s EPS estimate is 1.37.
How many shares outstanding does Atmos Energy have?
Atmos Energy has 166,919,820 shares outstanding.
What happened to Atmos Energy’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Atmos Energy reported an EPS of $3.47 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $3.408. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.57%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Atmos Energy?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in ATO
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology
Atmos Energy Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$190.14 (1.93% Upside)
$190.14 (1.93% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
ATO Sentiment 100%
Sector Average 74%
Sector Average 74%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 2.6K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.0%
Last 30 Days ▲ 7.2%
Last 30 Days ▲ 7.2%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
11.83%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
9.59%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
12.60%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Atmos Energy
Atmos Energy Corporation, alongside its subsidiaries, is a U.S.-based enterprise primarily involved in the regulated distribution of natural gas, as well as operating pipeline and storage facilities. The company functions through two core divisions: Distribution, and Pipeline and Storage. The Distribution division manages the regulated delivery and associated sales of natural gas across eight states. This division supplies natural gas to approximately three million customers, encompassing homeowners, businesses, public agencies, and industrial clients. By September 30, 2021, its extensive infrastructure comprised 71,921 miles of subterranean distribution and transmission lines. Conversely, the Pipeline and Storage division focuses on pipeline and storage activities. It is responsible for transporting natural gas on behalf of other entities and oversees five underground storage facilities located in Texas. Additionally, it offers various support services to the pipeline sector, such as gas parking, lending, and inventory transactions. As of September 30, 2021, this division maintained a network of 5,699 miles of gas transmission lines. Established in 1906, Atmos Energy Corporation maintains its principal office in Dallas, Texas.
ATO Company Deck
ATO Earnings Call
Q2 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call communicated multiple positive operational and financial results: solid year-to-date earnings growth (+12.5% EPS), an upward revision to full-year guidance, substantial customer additions, major capital investments focused on safety and reliability, improved APT through-system performance and strong liquidity and regulatory progress. Offsetting these positives are cost pressures (O&M and other operating cost increases), commodity price and basis volatility in the Permian/Waha market that introduce earnings variability, and some one-time presentation and implementation timing complexities related to Texas Rule 7.7102 and rate filings. Overall, the positives—raised guidance, strong customer growth, sizable capital program and ample liquidity—outweigh the challenges, though execution and commodity risks remain items to monitor.View all ATO earnings summariesATO Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$190.14
▲(1.93% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.33% Insiders
31.11% Mutual Funds
22.09% Other Institutional Investors
16.33% Public Companies and
Individual Investors