Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vsRGC Resources Inc (RGCO)
ATO
Atmos Energy Corporation
$181.55
-0.01%
UTILITIES · Cap: $30.04B
RGCO
RGC Resources Inc
$21.09
-2.04%
UTILITIES · Cap: $223.79M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Atmos Energy Corporation generates 4853% more annual revenue ($4.87B vs $98.31M). ATO leads profitability with a 25.7% profit margin vs 13.1%. RGCO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.30. ATO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ATO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
RGCO
Buy57
out of 100
Grade: C
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
-155.1%
Fair Value
$8.50
Current Price
$21.09
$12.59 premium
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
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 22.2%
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Elevated debt levels
Earnings declined 7.8%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
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 : RGCO
The strongest argument for RGCO centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, Operating Margin. Revenue growth of 10.9% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 1.30 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : ATO
The primary concerns for ATO are PEG Ratio, Piotroski F-Score, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : RGCO
The primary concerns for RGCO are Market Cap, Debt/Equity, EPS Growth.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
ATO profiles as a mature stock while RGCO is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
ATO carries more volatility with a beta of 0.70 — expect wider price swings.
ATO is growing revenue faster at 14.2% — sustainability is the question.
RGCO generates stronger free cash flow (-5M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
ATO scores higher overall (64/100 vs 57/100), backed by strong 25.7% margins and 14.2% revenue growth. 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.
RGC Resources Inc
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
RGC Resources, Inc. is an energy services company. The company is headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia.
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