72.32 USD
+2.72
3.91%
At close Jan 21, 4:00 PM EST
After hours
72.32
+0.00
0.00%
1 day
3.91%
5 days
8.90%
1 month
8.51%
3 months
9.16%
6 months
9.49%
Year to date
5.73%
1 year
20.19%
5 years
-14.04%
10 years
31.47%
 

About: Spire Inc is a public utility holding company with three reportable business segments: Gas Utility, Gas Marketing and Midstream. The Gas Utility segment includes the regulated operations of Laclede Gas, Alabama Gas Corporation ('Alagasco') changed its name to Spire Alabama Inc. effective September 1, 2017, and Laclede Gas Company changed its name to Spire Missouri Inc. effective August 30, 2017. The Gas Utility segment generates a majority of the company's revenue but is subject to seasonal fluctuations. The Gas Marketing segment includes Laclede Energy Resources, Inc, whose operations include the marketing of natural gas and related activities on a non-regulated basis and the Midstream segment includes transportation and storage of natural gas. Maximum revenue from residential area.

Employees: 3,475

0
Funds holding %
of 6,823 funds
0
Analysts bullish %
of 6 analysts

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2024 Q3 regulatory filings by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

1,403% more call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $1.1M | Put options by funds: $73K

48% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 49 | Existing positions closed: 33

11% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 109 | Existing positions reduced: 98

10% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $3.07B [Q2] → $3.37B (+$292M) [Q3]

4% more funds holding

Funds holding: 293 [Q2] → 305 (+12) [Q3]

0% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 1 [Q2] → 1 (+0) [Q3]

0.92% less ownership

Funds ownership: 87.6% [Q2] → 86.68% (-0.92%) [Q3]

Research analyst outlook

6 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months

Low target
$69
5%
downside
Avg. target
$75
3%
upside
High target
$80
11%
upside

6 analyst ratings

positive
33%
neutral
67%
negative
0%
Mizuho
Gabriel Moreen
92% 1-year accuracy
34 / 37 met price target
5%upside
$76
Outperform
Upgraded
20 Dec 2024
Janney Montgomery Scott
Michael Gaugler
100% 1-year accuracy
1 / 1 met price target
1%upside
$73
Neutral
Initiated
17 Dec 2024
Morgan Stanley
Stephen Byrd
53% 1-year accuracy
59 / 111 met price target
4%upside
$75
Equal-Weight
Maintained
22 Nov 2024
Stifel
Selman Akyol
92% 1-year accuracy
24 / 26 met price target
5%downside
$69
Hold
Maintained
22 Nov 2024
UBS
William Appicelli
64% 1-year accuracy
7 / 11 met price target
11%upside
$80
Buy
Maintained
21 Nov 2024

Financial journalist opinion

Based on 7 articles about SR published over the past 30 days

Positive
Zacks Investment Research
6 hours ago
SR or OGS: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Investors looking for stocks in the Utility - Gas Distribution sector might want to consider either Spire (SR) or ONE Gas (OGS). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?
SR or OGS: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
8 hours ago
Here's Why Spire (SR) is a Strong Value Stock
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Here's Why Spire (SR) is a Strong Value Stock
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
8 hours ago
Are Investors Undervaluing Spire (SR) Right Now?
Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Are Investors Undervaluing Spire (SR) Right Now?
Neutral
PRNewsWire
6 days ago
Spire to Host FY25 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call on Feb. 5
ST. LOUIS , Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR) will host a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, Feb. 5 to discuss fiscal 2025 first quarter financial results, earnings guidance, and other matters. A news release will be issued before the market opens that day and will be available at Investors.SpireEnergy.com under the News tab.
Spire to Host FY25 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call on Feb. 5
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
Spire to Gain From Investments and Expanding Customer Base
SR is expected to benefit from its systematic investments to strengthen infrastructure and rising demand from its growing customer base.
Spire to Gain From Investments and Expanding Customer Base
Positive
Seeking Alpha
4 weeks ago
Spire: Higher Leverage Than Peers, Which Could Pose A Risk
Spire Inc. is a regulated natural gas utility serving Missouri, Mississippi, and Alabama, offering a high 4.71% dividend yield, appealing to income-focused investors. Despite a 2.75% YoY revenue decline, Spire's operating income grew by 16.44% due to lower natural gas prices, showcasing financial stability. Spire's growth strategy includes a $3.5 billion capital spending program from 2025 to 2029, aiming for a 5%-7% annual earnings growth rate.
Spire: Higher Leverage Than Peers, Which Could Pose A Risk
Positive
Benzinga
4 weeks ago
Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts Give Their Take On 3 Utilities Stocks With Over 4% Dividend Yields
During times of turbulence and uncertainty in the markets, many investors turn to dividend-yielding stocks. These are often companies that have high free cash flows and reward shareholders with a high dividend payout.
Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts Give Their Take On 3 Utilities Stocks With Over 4% Dividend Yields
Positive
Seeking Alpha
1 month ago
17 Upcoming Dividend Increases, Including A King
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17 Upcoming Dividend Increases, Including A King
Neutral
PRNewsWire
1 month ago
Spire again earns spot on Newsweek's 'Most Responsible Companies' list
For sixth consecutive year, Spire is recognized for strong performance in the areas of environment, social responsibility and corporate governance. ST. LOUIS , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For the sixth consecutive year, Spire has been named one of "America's Most Responsible Companies" by Newsweek, recognizing the company's strong performance in the areas of environment, social responsibility and corporate governance.
Spire again earns spot on Newsweek's 'Most Responsible Companies' list
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 month ago
Spire to Gain From Investments and Expanding Customer Base
SR is expected to benefit from its systematic investment plan to strengthen infrastructure and higher demand from its expanding customer base.
Spire to Gain From Investments and Expanding Customer Base
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