Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vsChesapeake Utilities Corporation (CPK)
ATO
Atmos Energy Corporation
$181.55
-0.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $30.04B
CPK
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
$123.44
-0.85%
UTILITIES · Cap: $2.98B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Atmos Energy Corporation generates 424% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $930.00M). ATO leads profitability with a 25.7% profit margin vs 15.1%. ATO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.16. CPK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 69/100 (B-).
ATO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
CPK
Strong Buy69
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-5.2%
Fair Value
$167.29
Current Price
$181.55
$14.26 premium
Margin of Safety
+46.3%
Fair Value
$242.55
Current Price
$123.44
$119.11 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 38.9%
Keeps 26 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 28.5%
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 21.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Expensive relative to growth rate
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : ATO
The strongest argument for ATO centers on Operating Margin, Profit Margin, Price/Book. Profitability is solid with margins at 25.7% and operating margin at 38.9%. Revenue growth of 14.2% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : CPK
The strongest argument for CPK centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, Revenue Growth. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.1% and operating margin at 28.5%. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : ATO
The primary concerns for ATO are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : CPK
The primary concerns for CPK are PEG Ratio, Free Cash Flow, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ATO profiles as a mature stock while CPK is a growth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CPK carries more volatility with a beta of 0.76 — expect wider price swings.
CPK is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
CPK generates stronger free cash flow (-179M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
CPK scores higher overall (69/100 vs 64/100), backed by strong 15.1% margins and 20.4% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Atmos Energy Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Atmos Energy Corporation, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the United States' largest natural-gas-only distributors.
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is a power supply company. The company is headquartered in Dover, Delaware.
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