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RGC Resources Inc (RGCO)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/30/2025: RGCO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
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Number of Analysts
1 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $25.4
1 Year Target Price $25.4
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 0 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -39.24% | Avg. Invested days 24 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/30/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 216.73M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 15.9 | 1Y Target Price 25.4 |
Price to earnings Ratio 15.9 | 1Y Target Price 25.4 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1 | Beta 0.49 | 52 Weeks Range 18.33 - 23.36 | Updated Date 10/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 18.33 - 23.36 | Updated Date 10/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.94% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.32 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 14.48% | Operating Margin (TTM) 7.64% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.79% | Return on Equity (TTM) 12.11% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 15.9 | Forward PE 18.08 | Enterprise Value 366279771 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.3 |
Enterprise Value 366279771 | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.3 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.89 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.3 | Shares Outstanding 10325514 | Shares Floating 8239760 |
Shares Outstanding 10325514 | Shares Floating 8239760 | ||
Percent Insiders 20.24 | Percent Institutions 40.61 |
Upturn AI SWOT
RGC Resources Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
RGC Resources, Inc., formerly Roanoke Gas Company, traces its roots back to the late 19th century. Originally focused on manufacturing gas, it evolved into a natural gas distribution company. Over the years, it has expanded its service territory and diversified its operations within the energy sector.
Core Business Areas
- Regulated Gas Distribution: Distribution of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in southwestern Virginia.
- Energy Development: RGC Midstream, LLC: Focuses on natural gas pipeline projects, including the Mountain Valley Pipeline, in which it holds a minority equity stake.
Leadership and Structure
Paul Nester is the President and CEO. The company has a traditional corporate structure with various departments overseeing operations, finance, and marketing.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Natural Gas Distribution: Core business, providing natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in its service territory. Market share is dominant within its regulated service area. Competitors include other energy sources like electricity and propane.
- Pipeline Transportation Services: Through RGC Midstream, provides pipeline transportation services. Market share dependent on pipeline capacity and demand. Competitors include other pipeline operators and alternative transportation methods like trucking and rail.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The natural gas distribution industry is mature and heavily regulated. Demand is influenced by weather, economic conditions, and energy prices. Increasing focus on renewable energy sources poses a long-term challenge.
Positioning
RGC Resources operates as a regulated utility with a stable customer base in its service territory. Its competitive advantages include its established infrastructure and regulatory approvals.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for natural gas distribution in the US is substantial, projected to be in the billions. RGC Resources captures a small fraction of this TAM focused on its defined service areas. RGC Midstreamu2019s TAM is more variable, dependant on pipeline capacity.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Regulated business model providing stable revenues
- Established infrastructure and customer base
- Experience in regulated energy industry
- Strategic investments in pipeline projects
Weaknesses
- Limited geographic diversification
- Reliance on natural gas prices
- Exposure to regulatory changes
- Dependence on weather conditions
Opportunities
- Expansion of service territory
- Investments in renewable natural gas
- Infrastructure modernization
- Energy transition to renewable sources.
Threats
- Increased competition from renewable energy sources
- Rising natural gas prices
- Stricter environmental regulations
- Economic downturn affecting customer demand
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- UGI
- NWN
- ONE
Competitive Landscape
RGC Resources operates in a regional market. Its advantages include its local presence and regulatory expertise. Disadvantages include its limited scale compared to larger competitors.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: RGC Resources has demonstrated steady growth, driven by customer growth and infrastructure investments.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on analyst estimates and company guidance. Factors include economic conditions and regulatory changes.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include infrastructure upgrades, expansion of service territory, and investments in renewable energy projects.
Summary
RGC Resources is a stable, regulated natural gas distribution company operating primarily in southwestern Virginia. Its strengths lie in its established infrastructure and regulated business model. Challenges include competition from renewable energy sources and dependence on natural gas prices. Recent strategic initiatives and infrastructure development can enhance its long-term growth.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings (10-K, 10-Q), Industry reports, Analyst estimates.
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market data is subject to change. Data points for Market Share are a percentage of the overall Gas Utilities Industry within the US.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About RGC Resources Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Roanoke, VA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1994-02-01 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Paul W. Nester | ||
Sector Utilities | Industry Utilities - Regulated Gas | Full time employees 104 | Website https://www.rgcresources.com |
Full time employees 104 | Website https://www.rgcresources.com | ||
RGC Resources, Inc., through its subsidiaries, operates as an energy services company. It sells and distributes natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Roanoke, Virginia, and the surrounding localities. It operates approximately 1,180 miles of transmission and distribution pipeline; and a liquefied natural gas storage facility, as well as owns and operates eleven metering stations. The company also produces biogas. RGC Resources, Inc. was founded in 1883 and is based in Roanoke, Virginia.
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