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Atmos Energy (ATO)

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$156.70 USD

156.70
195,784

-2.75 (-1.73%)

Updated Aug 5, 2025 12:14 PM ET

Zacks Rank:

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Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy23.75%
2Buy17.82%
3Hold9.58%
4Sell5.28%
5Strong Sell2.61%
S&P50011.30%

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3-Hold of 5     3    

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The scores are based on the trading styles of Value, Growth, and Momentum. There's also a VGM Score ('V' for Value, 'G' for Growth and 'M' for Momentum), which combines the weighted average of the individual style scores into one score.

  • Value Score A
  • Growth Score A
  • Momentum Score A
  • VGM Score A

Within each Score, stocks are graded into five groups: A, B, C, D and F. As you might remember from your school days, an A, is better than a B; a B is better than a C; a C is better than a D; and a D is better than an F.

As an investor, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. That means you want to buy stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2, Strong Buy or Buy, which also has a Score of an A or a B in your personal trading style.

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D Value C Growth B Momentum D VGM

Industry Rank:

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The industry with the best average Zacks Rank would be considered the top industry (1 out of 265), which would place it in the top 1% of Zacks Ranked Industries. The industry with the worst average Zacks Rank (265 out of 265) would place in the bottom 1%.

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Top 30% (74 out of 246)

Industry: Utility - Gas Distribution

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Zacks News

Founded in 1906, Atmos Energy Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, is engaged in regulated natural gas distribution and storage business. The company serves in excess of three million natural gas distribution customers in more than 1,400 communities in eight states from the Blue Ridge Mountains in the East to the Rocky Mountains in the West. The company operates more than 75,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines.

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4 Gas Distribution Stocks to Watch in a Prospering Industry

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Increased 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 SRE, ATO, MDU and NJR can provide reliable services to customers and will gain from a positive industry outlook.

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Atmos Energy (ATO) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release

by Zacks Equity Research

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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Spire (SR) Q2 Earnings Lag Estimates, Revenues Rise Y/Y

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Spire's (SR) fiscal second-quarter earnings decline year over year, while revenues increase. Total operating expenses decline during the same period.

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Economic Growth Slows Triggering Slowdown Fears: 5 Safe Bets

by Ritujay Ghosh

Investing in utility stocks like Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO), American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK), National Grid plc (NGG), California Water Service Group (CWT) and Eversource Energy (ES) is a safe bet amid ongoing market volatility.

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Atmos Energy (ATO) is a Top Dividend Stock Right Now: Should You Buy?

by Zacks Equity Research

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? Let's find out.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Atmos Energy, Ecolab and The Sherwin-Williams

by Zacks Equity Research

Atmos Energy, Ecolab and The Sherwin-Williams are part of the Zacks top Analyst Blog.

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3 Dividend Aristocrats to Take the Edge off Market Volatility

by Tirthankar Chakraborty

With markets remaining topsy-turvy, it's prudent for astute investors to pick dividend aristocrats like Atmos Energy (ATO), Ecolab (ECL) and SherwinWilliams (SHW) for steady income.

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

by Zacks Equity Research

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

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Reasons to Add Eversource Energy (ES) to Your Portfolio

by Zacks Equity Research

Eversource Energy (ES), with strong investment in transmission and distribution networks, rising earnings estimates and stable ROE, is an attractive stock to pick in the utility space.

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Here's Why You Should Add ONE Gas (OGS) to Your Portfolio Now

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ONE Gas (OGS) makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, capability to increase shareholders' value and strong ROE.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Atmos Energy, Global Water Resources, American Water Works, Lancaster Colony and Molson Coors Beverage

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Atmos Energy, Global Water Resources, American Water Works, Lancaster Colony and Molson Coors Beverage are included in this Analyst Blog.

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5 Safe Stocks to Buy as Consumer Sentiment Takes a Hit

by Ritujay Ghosh

Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO), Global Water Resources, Inc. (GWRS), American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK), Lancaster Colony Corporation (LANC) and Molson Coors Beverage Company (TAP) are a safe bet amid rising inflation is denting consumer sentiment

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4 Low-Beta Utility Stocks to Buy Amid Rate Cut Uncertainty

by Ritujay Ghosh

Utility stocks like American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK), Portland General Electric Company (POR), Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) and Global Water Resources, Inc. (GWRS) are a safe bet amid uncertainty over rate cuts.

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5 Safe Stocks to Buy as Severe Volatility Grips Wall Street

by Nalak Das

We have narrowed our search to five stocks from defensive sectors to safeguard one's portfolio. These are: AWK, ATO, CELH, HCA, TAP.

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The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights Atmos Energy, American Water Works, Global Water Resources and Lancaster Colony

by Zacks Equity Research

Atmos Energy, American Water Works, Global Water Resources and Lancaster Colony are part of the Zacks top Analyst Blog.

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4 Low-Beta Stocks to Buy on Hotter-Than-Expected Inflation

by Ritujay Ghosh

Inflation has started its climb, raising concerns over the Federal Reserve's plans for rate cuts. It would be wise to invest in utilities and consumer staples stocks such as ATO, AWK, GWRS and LANC.

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Atmos Energy (ATO) Could Be a Great Choice

by Zacks Equity Research

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? Let's find out.

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Reasons to Add New Jersey Resources (NJR) to Your Portfolio

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New Jersey Resources (NJR) makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, capability to increase shareholders' value and strong ROE.

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Reasons to Add Atmos Energy (ATO) to Your Portfolio Right Now

by Zacks Equity Research

Atmos Energy (ATO) makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, strong ROE and ability to increase shareholders' value.

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Reasons to Add MDU Resources (MDU) to Your Portfolio Now

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MDU Resources (MDU) makes a strong case for investment, given its systematic investments, robust ROE and rising earnings estimates.

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Southwest Gas (SWX) Gains From Investment Plans, Customer Growth

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Southwest Gas (SWX) should continue to benefit from its long-term investment plans, strategic acquisitions and customer additions.

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

by Zacks Equity Research

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

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Reasons to Add Entergy (ETR) Stock to Your Portfolio Now

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Entergy (ETR) makes a strong case for investment in the utility space with its systematic investments, strong ROE and stable dividend.

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Are You Looking for a High-Growth Dividend Stock?

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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? Let's find out.

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Reasons to Add Sempra Energy (SRE) to Your Portfolio Now

by Zacks Equity Research

Sempra Energy (SRE) makes a strong case for investment in the utility space with its systematic investments, strong ROE and stable dividend.