# Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Utilities · Industry: Regulated Gas
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Atmos Energy Corporation, alongside its subsidiaries, is a U.S.-based enterprise primarily involved in the regulated distribution of natural gas, as well as operating pipeline and storage facilities. The company functions through two core divisions: Distribution, and Pipeline and Storage. The Distribution division manages the regulated delivery and associated sales of natural gas across eight states. This division supplies natural gas to approximately three million customers, encompassing homeowners, businesses, public agencies, and industrial clients. By September 30, 2021, its extensive i...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $172.89 USD |
| Market Cap | $29.22B |
| P/E (TTM) | 20.56 |
| EPS (TTM) | $8.41 |
| 52-Week Range | $154.72 – $192.51 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 2.31% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 2.31% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $4.00 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $4.00 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 42 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 14.9% / 10.6% / 9.9% / 9.1% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 46.1% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | -32.2% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 47.6% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | -33.3% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-24 | $1.0000 | 2026-09-08 |
| 2026-05-26 | $1.0000 | 2026-06-08 |
| 2026-02-23 | $1.0000 | 2026-03-09 |
| 2025-11-24 | $1.0000 | 2025-12-08 |
| 2025-08-25 | $0.8700 | 2025-09-08 |
| 2025-05-27 | $0.8700 | 2025-06-09 |
| 2025-02-25 | $0.8700 | 2025-03-10 |
| 2024-11-25 | $0.8700 | 2024-12-09 |
| 2024-08-26 | $0.8050 | 2024-09-09 |
| 2024-05-24 | $0.8050 | 2024-06-10 |
| 2024-02-23 | $0.8050 | 2024-03-11 |
| 2023-11-24 | $0.8050 | 2023-12-11 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ato/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Atmos Energy Corporation do?

Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) operates in the Regulated Gas industry within the Utilities sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is ATO's market cap?

Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) has a market capitalization of approximately $29.22 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does ATO pay a dividend?

Yes, Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 2.31%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does ATO pay dividends?

Atmos Energy Corporation pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $4.00 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is ATO's payout ratio?

Atmos Energy Corporation's payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

### Is ATO a Dividend Aristocrat?

Yes, Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) is an S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat, meaning it has raised its dividend for at least 25 consecutive years. Its full dividend history and growth rates are on this page.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ato
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ato/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ato/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ato/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ato/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ato/peers

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