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RGC Resources Inc (RGCO)

RGC Resources Inc (RGCO) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/13/2025: RGCO (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

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Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial 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

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$25.4 Target price
52w Low $18.33
Current$21.8
52w High $23.36

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -39.24%
Avg. Invested days 24
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn last close icon Last Close 11/13/2025

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 225.10M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 16.52
1Y Target Price 25.4
Price to earnings Ratio 16.52
1Y Target Price 25.4
Volume (30-day avg) 1
Beta 0.52
52 Weeks Range 18.33 - 23.36
Updated Date 11/13/2025
52 Weeks Range 18.33 - 23.36
Updated Date 11/13/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 3.87%
Basic EPS (TTM) 1.32

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-19
When After Market
Estimate -0.05
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 16.52
Forward PE 18.08
Enterprise Value 362769096
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.39
Enterprise Value 362769096
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.39
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.85
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.2
Shares Outstanding 10325514
Shares Floating 8232119
Shares Outstanding 10325514
Shares Floating 8232119
Percent Insiders 20.34
Percent Institutions 40.7

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RGC Resources Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo 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.

Company business area logo 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 logo 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

Product Key Offerings logo 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 logo 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 competitor logo 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.

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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
Full time employees 104

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.