This Quiet Utility Has a Multi-Decade Dividend Growth Streak -- Here's Why Almost Nobody Talks About It

Key Points Atmos Energy has one of the longest dividend growth track records among utility stocks. The gas utility is currently experiencing double-digit earnings and dividend growth. Growth could slow, but this remains a top contender for income-focused investors. 10 stocks we like better than Atmos Energy › When it comes to utility stocks with the longest dividend growth streaks, names like Consolidated Edison and NextEra Energy may first come to mind. However, sandwiched between these two names, among utilities with the most consecutive years of dividend growth, is a lesser-known gas utility called Atmos Energy (NYSE: ATO) .