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Atmos Energy (ATO)

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$156.72 USD

156.72
382,461

-2.73 (-1.71%)

Updated Aug 5, 2025 02:50 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

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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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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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Utility stocks, which are defensive, such as Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO), American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK), Consolidated Edison, Inc. (ED) and Fortis Inc. (FTS) are a safe bet during times of market uncertainty.

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3 Reasons Growth Investors Will Love Atmos (ATO)

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Atmos (ATO) is well positioned to outperform the market, as it exhibits above-average growth in financials.

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

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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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Atmos Energy (ATO) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?

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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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A company that is capable of generating earnings well above its interest expense can withstand financial hardship. MOH, ATO, AMZN and OPCH are sound enough to meet financial obligations.

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Utility Sector Set to Revive in 2024: 5 Top Picks

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We have narrowed our search to five low-beta utility stocks that are regular dividend payers. These are: NI, ATO, AWK, ED, SRE.

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3 Reasons Why Growth Investors Shouldn't Overlook Atmos (ATO)

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Atmos (ATO) could produce exceptional returns because of its solid growth attributes.

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Atmos Energy (ATO) Could Be a Great Choice

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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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4 Utility Stocks to Buy as Inflation Resumes Climb

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Stocks from the utility sector such as Otter Tail Corporation (OTTR), Entergy Corporation (ETR), Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) and American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK) are a safe bet during times of market volatility.

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5 Solid Low-Beta Stocks to Buy as Market Volatility Returns

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Defensive stocks like Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO), Consolidated Water Co. Ltd. (CWCO), Consolidated Edison, Inc. (ED), Ingredion Incorporated (INGR) and PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) area a safe bet during market volatility.

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5 Stocks From the Favorite Sectors of This Earnings Season

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5 Top Defensive Stocks to Counter Market Upheavals in 2024

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To protect your portfolio from any uncertainties plaguing the market, invest in stocks such as Atmos Energy (ATO), CenterPoint Energy (CNP), NiSource (NI), Lifeway Foods (LWAY) and MGP Ingredients (MGPI).

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Are Utilities Stocks Lagging Atmos Energy (ATO) This Year?

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