Dividend Grades
vs Utilities sector| Metric | ATO | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.07% | 3.23% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 8.97% | 4.64% |
| Payout Ratio | 48.6% | 61.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 24 | 23 |
| 1Y Total Return | +23.5% | 14.1% |
Grades compare this stock to Utilities sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
9.89%
3-Year Growth
9.10%
5-Year Growth
8.97%
10-Year Growth
8.55%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 23, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 9, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 23, 2026 | $1.0000 | 0.00% |
| Nov 24, 2025 | $1.0000 | +14.94% |
| Aug 25, 2025 | $0.8700 | 0.00% |
| May 27, 2025 | $0.8700 | 0.00% |
| Feb 25, 2025 | $0.8700 | 0.00% |
| Nov 25, 2024 | $0.8700 | +8.07% |
| Aug 26, 2024 | $0.8050 | 0.00% |
| May 24, 2024 | $0.8050 | 0.00% |
| Feb 23, 2024 | $0.8050 | 0.00% |
| Nov 24, 2023 | $0.8050 | +8.78% |
| Aug 18, 2023 | $0.7400 | 0.00% |
| May 19, 2023 | $0.7400 | 0.00% |
| Feb 16, 2023 | $0.7400 | 0.00% |
| Nov 25, 2022 | $0.7400 | +8.82% |
| Aug 19, 2022 | $0.6800 | 0.00% |
| May 20, 2022 | $0.6800 | 0.00% |
| Feb 17, 2022 | $0.6800 | 0.00% |
| Nov 26, 2021 | $0.6800 | +8.80% |
| Aug 20, 2021 | $0.6250 | 0.00% |
| May 21, 2021 | $0.6250 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
48.6%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
N/A
Financial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $2.48 | -$725.29M |
| Q1 2025 | $2.26 | N/A |
| Q2 2025 | $3.05 | $83.27M |
| Q3 2025 | $1.17 | -$370.56M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Atmos Energy Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes, Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.07%.
What is ATO's dividend yield?
ATO's current dividend yield is 2.07%. The annual dividend is $3.74.
When is ATO's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for ATO has not been announced yet.
How many years has Atmos Energy Corporation increased its dividend?
Atmos Energy Corporation has increased its dividend for 22 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.