Clark Capital Management Group Inc. Increases Stake in Atmos Energy

Investment firm boosts holdings in natural gas utility company by 1.9% in third quarter

Mar. 15, 2026 at 9:51am

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Clark Capital Management Group Inc. increased its stake in Atmos Energy Corporation (NYSE:ATO) by 1.9% in the third quarter, according to a recent SEC filing. The investment firm now owns 324,042 shares of the utilities provider's stock, valued at around $55.3 million.

Why it matters

Atmos Energy is a major natural gas utility company serving customers across the United States. Institutional investors like Clark Capital closely monitor and adjust their positions in the company, which can signal broader market trends and investor sentiment around the stock.

The details

According to the filing, Clark Capital Management Group acquired an additional 6,182 shares of Atmos Energy during the third quarter, increasing its total position to 324,042 shares. This represents around 0.20% of the company's outstanding stock. The investment firm cited the utilities provider's stable performance and growth potential as reasons for boosting its stake.

  • Clark Capital Management Group filed the 13F report disclosing the increased Atmos Energy holdings in the third quarter of 2026.

The players

Clark Capital Management Group Inc.

An investment management firm that oversees over $20 billion in client assets, with a focus on fixed income, equity, and alternative strategies.

Atmos Energy Corporation

A U.S.-based natural gas utility company that distributes and stores natural gas for residential, commercial, industrial, and electric generation customers across the country.

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The takeaway

The increase in Clark Capital's Atmos Energy holdings suggests the investment firm sees continued growth potential in the natural gas utility sector, despite broader market volatility. This could signal broader investor confidence in Atmos Energy's ability to navigate industry challenges and deliver stable returns.