Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vsCenturi Holdings, Inc. (CTRI)
ATO
Atmos Energy Corporation
$175.17
+1.36%
UTILITIES · Cap: $28.81B
CTRI
Centuri Holdings, Inc.
$31.85
-4.39%
UTILITIES · Cap: $3.21B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Atmos Energy Corporation generates 55% more annual revenue ($4.88B vs $3.16B). ATO leads profitability with a 27.6% profit margin vs 1.0%. CTRI appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.01. ATO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ATO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
CTRI
Buy59
out of 100
Grade: C
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Strong operational efficiency at 39.3%
Keeps 28 of every $100 in revenue as profit
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 31.5% year-over-year
Earnings expanding 175.2% YoY
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of 3.6% — below average capital efficiency
1.0% margin — thin
Elevated debt levels
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 27.6% and operating margin at 39.3%.
Bull Case : CTRI
The strongest argument for CTRI centers on Revenue Growth, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 31.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.01 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ATO
The primary concerns for ATO are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : CTRI
The primary concerns for CTRI are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, Profit Margin. A P/E of 88.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 1.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ATO profiles as a value stock while CTRI is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
CTRI carries more volatility with a beta of 1.06 — expect wider price swings.
CTRI is growing revenue faster at 31.5% — sustainability is the question.
CTRI generates stronger free cash flow (-55M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ATO scores higher overall (64/100 vs 59/100), backed by strong 27.6% margins. Both earn "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.
Centuri Holdings, Inc.
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
Centuri Holdings, Inc. is a premier infrastructure services provider focused on delivering essential utility solutions throughout North America. Specializing in the installation and maintenance of energy and utility systems, the company is instrumental in facilitating the shift towards sustainable energy practices, with a strong commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. By utilizing advanced technologies to drive operational efficiency, Centuri positions itself to respond adeptly to the evolving utility market. Through strategic partnerships and a robust business framework, Centuri is well-equipped to achieve significant growth and generate value for institutional investors.
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