Atmos Energy Reports Fiscal 2026 Results and Announces $29 Billion Five-Year Investment Plan
Atmos Energy (ATO) reported strong fiscal 2026 results, highlighted by a diluted EPS of $8.49, marking its 24th consecutive year of earnings growth. The company's expansion was driven by significant infrastructure investments and customer additions, including 49,000 new residential customers. A major portion of this growth is concentrated in Texas, which accounts for the vast majority of planned capital spending. Looking ahead, Atmos Energy has unveiled an ambitious five-year investment plan totaling $29 billion through fiscal 2031, with a primary focus on system modernization and safety. The company provided optimistic guidance for fiscal 2027, projecting EPS between $9.05 and $9.25 and an annual dividend increase of 9%. Management expects the rate base to grow by 12% to 14% annually through 2031.
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