Southwest Gas (SWX)
NYSE:SWX
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SWX Stock Chart & Stats
$90.99
-$1.06(-1.50%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$90.99
-$1.06(-1.50%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$70.03 - $94.43
Previous CloseN/A
Volume54.22K
Average Volume (3M)464.80K
Market Cap
$6.24B
Enterprise Value$9.26B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$484.75M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$3.51B
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.4
Beta0.29
Next Earnings
Aug 11, 2026EPS Estimate
0.43Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.07%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)6.42
Shares Outstanding72,374,870
10 Day Avg. Volume418,440
30 Day Avg. Volume464,800
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.11
Price to Book (P/B)1.46
Price to Sales (P/S)2.98
P/FCF Ratio-22.93
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.48
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.70
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit10.44
Enterprise Value/Ebitda9.82
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$102.67Price Target Upside12.83% Upside
Rating ConsensusStrong Buy
Number of Analyst Covering6
EPS Forecast (FY)4.26
Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.98B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Regulated Rate-base GrowthA multi-year rate-base CAGR backed by an explicit $6.3B capex plan creates durable earnings leverage for a regulated distributor. Rate-base growth underpins allowed returns and predictable recovery mechanisms, supporting sustainable revenue and margin expansion over the medium term.
Commercial Support For Great BasinNearly 800 MMcf/d of committed capacity materially de-risks project economics: when placed in service it should add a durable, contract-backed margin stream. This expands geographic and throughput capability and supports long-term utility earnings beyond organic distribution growth.
Improved Liquidity And Credit ProfileProceeds from strategic divestiture and an S&P upgrade strengthen financing flexibility and lower refinancing risk. Elevated liquidity and improved credit metrics support the planned capex program, dividend policy, and disciplined financing without near-term equity dilution.
Bears Say
Weak Cash Conversion / Negative FCFRecurring negative free cash flow and operating cash flow covering only ~60% of net income indicate earnings are not fully converting to cash. This reduces internal funding for capex and dividends, increasing reliance on financing and pressuring HoldCo liquidity during heavy investment periods.
Rising Fixed And Financing CostsHigher O&M, depreciation and interest expense increase the company’s fixed-cost base and lower incremental margins on new investment. As capex ramps, elevated D&A and interest burdens may compress cash flow and require higher regulatory recovery to preserve returns.
Regulatory And Execution RiskThe Great Basin project and rate cases hinge on regulatory approvals and permitting; adverse timing or decisions could delay revenue recognition, increase costs, or limit allowed returns. These structural uncertainties can materially affect multi-year growth and cash generation timing.
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SWX FAQ
What was Southwest Gas’s price range in the past 12 months?
Southwest Gas lowest stock price was $70.03 and its highest was $94.42 in the past 12 months.
What is Southwest Gas’s market cap?
Southwest Gas’s market cap is $6.24B.
When is Southwest Gas’s upcoming earnings report date?
Southwest Gas’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 11, 2026 which is in 72 days.
How were Southwest Gas’s earnings last quarter?
Southwest Gas released its earnings results on May 05, 2026. The company reported $1.91 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $2.02 by -$0.11.
Is Southwest Gas overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Southwest Gas’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Southwest Gas pay dividends?
Southwest Gas pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.62 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.07%. See more information on Southwest Gas dividends here
What is Southwest Gas’s EPS estimate?
Southwest Gas’s EPS estimate is 0.43.
How many shares outstanding does Southwest Gas have?
Southwest Gas has 72,374,870 shares outstanding.
What happened to Southwest Gas’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Southwest Gas reported an EPS of $1.91 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $2.02. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.645%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Southwest Gas?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in SWX
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
Southwest Gas Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Strong Buy
Average Price Target:
$102.67 (12.83% Upside)
$102.67 (12.83% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
SWX Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 74%
Sector Average 74%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 6.7M Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 2.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 14.8%
Last 30 Days ▲ 14.8%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
23.52%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
11.86%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
-13.82%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Southwest Gas
Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiaries, distributes and transports natural gas in Arizona, Nevada, and California. The company operates through Natural Gas Distribution, Utility Infrastructure Services, and Pipeline and Storage segments. It also provides trenching, installation, and replacement of underground pipes, as well as maintenance services for energy distribution systems. As of December 31, 2021, it had 2,159,000 residential, commercial, industrial, and other natural gas customers. Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. was incorporated in 1931 and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
SWX Company Deck
SWX Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented a predominantly positive outlook anchored by successful strategic simplification (Centuri sale), strong 2025 utility performance (19% EPS increase from continuing operations and 8.7% adjusted net income growth), upgraded credit ratings, ample liquidity, constructive regulatory developments in Arizona and Nevada, and a material growth runway driven by the Great Basin expansion (800 MMcf/d commitments; $215M–$245M incremental margin). Risks were acknowledged but largely framed as manageable: higher O&M, increased D&A and interest costs, near-term earnings moderation during project construction, regulatory/permitting/legal timing uncertainty, and a planned use of HoldCo cash that will reduce year-end HoldCo balances. Overall, highlights substantially outweigh lowlights, supporting a positive sentiment for the company’s transition to a pure regulated utility and its forward-looking growth plan.View all SWX earnings summariesSWX Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$102.67
▲(12.83% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
9.06% Insiders
27.16% Mutual Funds
26.08% Other Institutional Investors
10.59% Public Companies and
Individual Investors