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Atmos Energy (ATO) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$162.45 +5.43 (+3.46%)
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Atmos Energy - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Sell
0
Hold
6
Buy
6

Based on 12 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for Atmos Energy in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Moderate Buy." Out of the 12 analysts, 6 have given a hold rating, 4 have given a buy rating, and 2 have given a strong buy rating for ATO.

Consensus Price Target

$157.14
-3.27% Downside
According to the 12 analysts' twelve-month price targets for Atmos Energy, the average price target is $157.14. The highest price target for ATO is $166.00, while the lowest price target for ATO is $150.00. The average price target represents a forecasted downside of -3.27% from the current price of $162.45.
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ATO Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
8/7/24 to 8/7/25
1 Month Ago
7/8/24 to 7/8/25
3 Months Ago
5/9/24 to 5/9/25
1 Year Ago
8/8/23 to 8/7/24
Strong Buy
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
2 Strong Buy rating(s)
1 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
4 Buy rating(s)
4 Buy rating(s)
5 Buy rating(s)
4 Buy rating(s)
Hold
6 Hold rating(s)
5 Hold rating(s)
4 Hold rating(s)
2 Hold rating(s)
Sell
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$157.14$156.05$154.28$128.67
Forecasted Upside-3.27% Downside2.64% Upside-3.50% Downside0.40% Upside
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy
Moderate Buy

ATO Analyst Recommendations By Month

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ATO Price Targets by Month

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Atmos Energy Stock vs. The Competition

TypeAtmos EnergyUtilities CompaniesS&P 500
Consensus Rating Score
2.67
2.48
2.53
Consensus RatingModerate BuyHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside-5.35% Downside16.11% Upside14.28% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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DateBrokerageAnalyst NameActionRatingPrice TargetUpside/Downside on Report DateDetails
7/30/2025UBS Group
3 of 5 stars
William Appicelli
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Reiterated RatingNeutral ➝ Neutral$146.00 ➝ $159.00+1.31%
7/10/2025Barclays
3 of 5 stars
Nicholas Campanella
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Lower TargetEqual Weight ➝ Equal Weight$156.00 ➝ $153.00-0.37%
6/18/2025Morgan Stanley
3 of 5 stars
Stephen Byrd
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Set TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$159.00 ➝ $156.00+2.09%
5/28/2025Argus
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M. Ferguson
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UpgradeStrong-Buy
5/16/2025Citigroup
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Ryan Levine
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Boost TargetNeutral ➝ Neutral$148.00 ➝ $163.00+4.12%
5/9/2025LADENBURG THALM/SH SH
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P. Fremont
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4/28/2025Mizuho
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Gabriel Moreen
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DowngradeOutperform ➝ Neutral$165.00 ➝ $164.00+3.60%
4/16/2025JPMorgan Chase & Co.
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Richard Sunderland
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Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$164.00 ➝ $166.00+5.38%
3/31/2025Wolfe Research
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Steve Fleishman
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Initiated CoveragePeer Perform
12/13/2024Bank of America
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 Initiated CoverageBuy$156.00+11.27%
10/16/2024Wells Fargo & Company
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 Boost TargetOverweight ➝ Overweight$145.00 ➝ $156.00+8.86%
10/2/2024Jefferies Financial Group
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 Initiated CoverageHold$155.00+11.53%

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Should I Buy Atmos Energy Stock? ATO Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Monday, August 4, 2025. Please send any questions or comments about these Atmos Energy pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

Atmos Energy
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Atmos Energy Co.:

  • The company recently reported a significant revenue increase, surpassing analysts' expectations, which indicates strong operational performance.
  • Atmos Energy Co. has a solid net margin, reflecting efficient management and profitability, which can be attractive for investors seeking stable returns.
  • The current stock price is around $150, which is within a reasonable range compared to its 52-week high, suggesting potential for growth.
  • With a dividend yield of approximately 2.25%, Atmos Energy Co. provides a steady income stream for investors, making it appealing for those focused on dividends.
  • The company has received multiple upgrades from analysts, indicating positive sentiment and confidence in its future performance.

Atmos Energy
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in Atmos Energy Co. for these reasons:

  • The stock has experienced fluctuations, with a recent price target reduction by some analysts, which may signal concerns about future performance.
  • Atmos Energy Co. has a relatively high P/E ratio, which could indicate that the stock is overvalued compared to its earnings, posing a risk for potential investors.
  • The company's debt-to-equity ratio is moderate, suggesting that it relies on debt financing, which can be a risk if interest rates rise.
  • Insider selling activity has been noted, which may raise concerns about the confidence of company leadership in its future prospects.
  • Market volatility can impact utility stocks like Atmos Energy Co., making them susceptible to broader economic changes that could affect performance.

ATO Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 12 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for Atmos Energy is $157.14, with a high forecast of $166.00 and a low forecast of $150.00.

12 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Atmos Energy in the last twelve months. There are currently 6 hold ratings, 4 buy ratings and 2 strong buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" ATO shares.

According to analysts, Atmos Energy's stock has a predicted downside of -3.27% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, Atmos Energy's stock had 2 upgrades by analysts.

Atmos Energy has been rated by research analysts at Argus, Barclays, Citigroup, LADENBURG THALM/SH SH, Morgan Stanley, and UBS Group in the past 90 days.

Analysts like Atmos Energy more than other "utilities" companies. The consensus rating for Atmos Energy is Moderate Buy while the average consensus rating for "utilities" companies is Hold. Learn more on how ATO compares to other companies.


This page (NYSE:ATO) was last updated on 8/7/2025 by MarketBeat.com Staff
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