Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vsUGI Corporation (UGI)
ATO
Atmos Energy Corporation
$175.17
+1.36%
UTILITIES · Cap: $28.81B
UGI
UGI Corporation
$35.43
+1.43%
UTILITIES · Cap: $7.54B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
UGI Corporation generates 51% more annual revenue ($7.36B vs $4.88B). ATO leads profitability with a 27.6% profit margin vs 8.7%. ATO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.09. ATO earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
ATO
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
UGI
Buy60
out of 100
Grade: C
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for ATO.
Margin of Safety
-12.3%
Fair Value
$33.93
Current Price
$35.43
$1.50 premium
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
Reasonable price relative to book value
Strong operational efficiency at 30.4%
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.6% revenue growth
Weak financial health signals
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
0.7% revenue growth
Elevated debt levels
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
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 : UGI
The strongest argument for UGI centers on Price/Book, Operating Margin, P/E Ratio.
Bear Case : ATO
The primary concerns for ATO are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Piotroski F-Score.
Bear Case : UGI
The primary concerns for UGI are Revenue Growth, Debt/Equity, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
UGI carries more volatility with a beta of 0.95 — expect wider price swings.
UGI is growing revenue faster at 0.7% — sustainability is the question.
UGI generates stronger free cash flow (494M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
ATO scores higher overall (64/100 vs 60/100), 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.
UGI Corporation
UTILITIES · UTILITIES - REGULATED GAS · USA
UGI Corporation distributes, stores, transports, and markets energy products and related services in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
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