ATMOS ENERGY CORP ATO 83.76
Utilities · NYSE · Data as of 2026-10-08
ATMOS ENERGY CORP (ATO) has delivered +7.3% annualized revenue growth, +13.7% earnings growth, and +14.2% dividend growth over 10 years of data. Ranked #59 of 1968 stocks overall and #6 of 87 in the Utilities sector by Steady Score.
About ATMOS ENERGY CORP
Company Overview
Atmos Energy is a regulated natural-gas utility serving customers across multiple states. Its distribution operations deliver gas to homes, businesses and public authorities, while its pipeline and storage operations transport and store gas, principally in Texas and Louisiana. The company owns extensive distribution mains, service lines, transmission pipelines and storage assets and invests continually in safety, reliability and system modernization.
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Business Model & Revenue
Revenue is earned through regulated rates for natural-gas distribution, transportation and storage. State and federal regulators authorize rates designed to recover operating costs and provide a return on qualifying infrastructure investment. Customer growth and weather affect distribution volumes, although rate mechanisms can reduce some variability. Atmos deploys substantial capital to replace aging pipe and expand capacity, funding the program through operating cash, debt and equity.
Key Facts & Market Position
The company reports two segments: Distribution, and Pipeline and Storage. Its assets provide an essential service in defined territories, with regulatory frameworks central to earnings and cash recovery. Safety programs and infrastructure replacement are major investment drivers. Performance is also influenced by financing costs, construction execution, customer growth and the timing of rate proceedings.