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Atmos Energy

Atmos Energy Corporation, based in Dallas, Texas, is a major natural gas distributor in the United States. It provides natural gas to approximately three million customers across more than 1,400 communities spanning nine states, from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Rocky Mountains. The company focuses solely on natural gas distribution and is one of the largest in its sector.

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1906: Company Founding

In 1906, Atmos Energy Corporation's history began in the Panhandle of Texas.

1981: Incorporation

In 1981, the company was incorporated and became a fully regulated natural-gas-only distributor.

1983: Energas Spin-off

In 1983, Energas, the natural gas distribution division of Pioneer, was spun off and became an independent, publicly held natural gas distribution company.

October 1988: Name Change and Stock Listing

In October 1988, Energas changed its corporate name to Atmos Energy Corporation, and its stock began trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol "ATO".

2000: Sale of Gaffney Operations

In 2000, Atmos sold the Gaffney, South Carolina operations of United Cities Gas to Piedmont Natural Gas.

October 2004: Acquisition of TXU Gas Company

In October 2004, Atmos Energy acquired the distribution and pipeline operations of TXU Gas Company.

2012: Sale of Operations to Liberty Utilities

In 2012, Atmos sold its Missouri operations to Liberty Utilities.

2013: Sale of Operations to Liberty Utilities

In 2013, Atmos sold its Iowa, Illinois, and Georgia operations to Liberty Utilities.