Earnings analysis · 10-Q
OGS earnings analysis
Filed May 5, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report
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ONE Gas, Inc. reported disappointing Q1 2026 results, with total revenue of $831.71 million falling short of estimates and a diluted EPS of $2.11, also below expectations. Despite a slight increase in operating income,…
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ONE Gas, Inc. reported disappointing Q1 2026 results, with total revenue of $831.71 million falling short of estimates and a diluted EPS of $2.11, also below expectations. Despite a slight increase in operating income, management faces challenges with declining natural gas sales and elevated costs, while reaffirming their ongoing financial guidance.
Reported figures
- Earnings per share
- $2.11
What stood out
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Revenue Fell Short of Estimates
Total revenue reached $831.71 million, 14% below the estimated $967.09 million.
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Diluted EPS Below Expectations
Diluted EPS was reported at $2.11, falling short of the estimated $2.15.
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Operating Income Increased
Operating income rose to $189.6 million, up 5% from $180.5 million in the prior year.
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Cash Dividend Declared
A dividend of $0.68 per share was declared for shareholders, payable on June 2, 2026.
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Tax Refund Boost
Received a $64.3 million tax refund, aiding cash flow.
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Natural Gas Sales Declined
Natural gas sales dropped significantly by 12%, from $870.4 million to $769.9 million.
What to watch
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Operational Challenges Persist
Lower sales volumes and higher costs related to planned workforce investments affect profitability.
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Weather Impact on Revenue
The first quarter was 24.6% warmer than last year, leading to decreased demand for natural gas.
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Debt Exposure
The changing interest rates led to increased debt servicing costs, with a weighted average rate of 4.14% on commercial paper.
Management's outlook
Management reaffirmed its overall financial guidance for 2026 without numeric specifics.
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