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Atmos Energy Corporation

Dividend AristocratS&P 500
ATO|Utilities|Utilities - Regulated Gas|$181.57|P/E 24.6|MCap 31.1B|NYSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Atmos Energy Corporation

Atmos Energy Corporation is a leading fully regulated natural gas utility operating in the United States. It engages in the regulated distribution of natural gas and related pipeline and storage operations through two primary segments: Distribution and Pipeline and Storage. The Distribution segment delivers natural gas to over 3.4 million residential, commercial, public authority, industrial, and electric generation customers across eight states, including Texas, Colorado, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Tennessee, and Virginia, supported by approximately 76,000 miles of underground distribution lines. The Pipeline and Storage segment manages intrastate pipelines and storage facilities, particularly in key shale gas regions. Atmos Energy Corporation emphasizes system modernization, safety, reliability, and infrastructure maintenance to ensure continuous service. Its operations include gas delivery, integrity programs, transmission connections, and customer programs focused on billing, conservation, and energy efficiency. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Atmos Energy Corporation plays a vital role in providing safe, clean, and efficient natural gas distribution as the largest pure-play natural gas utility in the nation.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.99%

Annual Dividend

$3.74

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

47.07%

FCF Payout Ratio

-36.63%

Stock Price

$181.57

52-Week Range

$141.59 $190.13

Dividend Health Score

78/ 100Safe

ATO's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 47.1% earnings payout ratio & 27.4% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: -36.6% fcf payout ratio. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, ATO has a proven commitment to shareholders. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
47.1%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
-36.6%Danger
CFO Payout Ratio
27.4%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
9.6xSafe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
32.2%Caution
Current Ratio
1.1xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
67.4Very Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
9.2%Caution
Operating Margin
38.9%Very Safe
Gross Margin
60.8%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
Aristocrat (25+ yrs)Very Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
9.0%Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

ATO annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

ATO earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 23, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 9, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

9.10%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

8.97%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

8.55%

3-Year Total Growth

29.86%

5-Year Total Growth

53.62%

10-Year Total Growth

127.04%

Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs)

This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$18,157.00

Annual Income

$374.00

Quarterly Income

$93.50

Monthly Income

$31.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ATO's current dividend yield?
Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) currently has a dividend yield of 1.99%, based on a stock price of $181.57 and an annual dividend of $3.74.
When is ATO's next dividend payment date?
ATO's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-23 and the next payment date is 2026-03-09. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does ATO pay in dividends per year?
Atmos Energy Corporation paid $3.61 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has ATO been increasing its dividend?
Yes, Atmos Energy Corporation is a Dividend Aristocrat (25+ yrs). Its dividend has grown at a 5-year CAGR of 8.97%, a 3-year CAGR of 9.10% and a 10-year CAGR of 8.55%.
Is ATO's dividend safe?
Atmos Energy Corporation has a payout ratio of 47.07%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is ATO's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Atmos Energy Corporation's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for utilities companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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