These five low-beta, dividend-paying utility stocks have strong potential for the rest of 2024. These are: EVRG, XEL, WEC, AWK, ATO.
This strategy equates to a 3.6% return, or 28% on an annualized basis.
ATO makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, better debt management, liquidity and ability to increase shareholders' value.
Here is how Atmos Energy (ATO) and Entergy (ETR) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
Atmos (ATO) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
Atmos Energy (ATO) makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, better debt management and ability to increase shareholders' value.
Here is how Atmos Energy (ATO) and PPL (PPL) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
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Atmos (ATO) could produce exceptional returns because of its solid growth attributes.
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Dividend aristocrats make an excellent case for inclusion in your portfolio, irrespective of the underlying circumstances. To qualify as a dividend aristocrat, a stock must represent one of the S&P 500 companies and have boosted their dividend every year for at least 25 years.
Atmos Energy shares have risen steadily in recent weeks as interest rates have declined, up 8% over the past year, but likely have limited upside unless rates fall further. Atmos earnings beat expectations, with solid Q3 results driven by reliability-focused cap-ex and predictable cash flow. Atmos's regulatory wins, Texas positioning, and credible guidance support continued growth, though ongoing share dilution does limit EPS growth to 6-8%.