SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS INC (SWX) Fundamental Analysis & Valuation
NYSE:SWX • US8448951025
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This SWX fundamental analysis includes valuation metrics, fair value assessment, financial health analysis, profitability trends, growth metrics and dividend sustainability analysis.
1. SWX Profitability Analysis
1.1 Basic Checks
- In the past year SWX was profitable.
- In the past year SWX had a positive cash flow from operations.
- SWX had positive earnings in 4 of the past 5 years.
- In the past 5 years SWX always reported a positive cash flow from operatings.
1.2 Ratios
- SWX has a Return On Assets of 4.22%. This is in the better half of the industry: SWX outperforms 73.33% of its industry peers.
- SWX has a Return On Equity of 11.10%. This is in the better half of the industry: SWX outperforms 66.67% of its industry peers.
- With a Return On Invested Capital value of 4.09%, SWX is not doing good in the industry: 80.00% of the companies in the same industry are doing better.
- The Average Return On Invested Capital over the past 3 years for SWX is below the industry average of 6.14%.
- The last Return On Invested Capital (4.09%) for SWX is above the 3 year average (3.18%), which is a sign of increasing profitability.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 4.22% | ||
| ROE | 11.1% | ||
| ROIC | 4.09% |
ROA(3y)2.38%
ROA(5y)1.43%
ROE(3y)7.11%
ROE(5y)4.3%
ROIC(3y)3.18%
ROIC(5y)3.01%
1.3 Margins
- SWX's Profit Margin of 13.68% is fine compared to the rest of the industry. SWX outperforms 73.33% of its industry peers.
- In the last couple of years the Profit Margin of SWX has grown nicely.
- With a Operating Margin value of 15.29%, SWX is not doing good in the industry: 80.00% of the companies in the same industry are doing better.
- In the last couple of years the Operating Margin of SWX has grown nicely.
- SWX's Gross Margin of 84.52% is amongst the best of the industry. SWX outperforms 93.33% of its industry peers.
- SWX's Gross Margin has declined in the last couple of years.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| OM | 15.29% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 13.68% | ||
| GM | 84.52% |
OM growth 3Y41.12%
OM growth 5Y13.75%
PM growth 3YN/A
PM growth 5Y26.34%
GM growth 3Y-3.94%
GM growth 5Y-3.66%
2. SWX Health Analysis
2.1 Basic Checks
- With a Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) below the Cost of Capital (WACC), SWX is destroying value.
- The number of shares outstanding for SWX has been increased compared to 1 year ago.
- SWX has more shares outstanding than it did 5 years ago.
- The debt/assets ratio for SWX has been reduced compared to a year ago.
2.2 Solvency
- Based on the Altman-Z score of 1.23, we must say that SWX is in the distress zone and has some risk of bankruptcy.
- The Altman-Z score of SWX (1.23) is better than 66.67% of its industry peers.
- A Debt/Equity ratio of 0.87 indicates that SWX is somewhat dependend on debt financing.
- SWX's Debt to Equity ratio of 0.87 is fine compared to the rest of the industry. SWX outperforms 80.00% of its industry peers.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.87 | ||
| Debt/FCF | N/A | ||
| Altman-Z | 1.23 |
ROIC/WACC0.55
WACC7.45%
2.3 Liquidity
- A Current Ratio of 1.28 indicates that SWX should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
- SWX has a Current ratio of 1.28. This is amongst the best in the industry. SWX outperforms 100.00% of its industry peers.
- A Quick Ratio of 1.18 indicates that SWX should not have too much problems paying its short term obligations.
- With an excellent Quick ratio value of 1.18, SWX belongs to the best of the industry, outperforming 100.00% of the companies in the same industry.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Current Ratio | 1.28 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.18 |
3. SWX Growth Analysis
3.1 Past
- The Earnings Per Share has grown by an nice 13.92% over the past year.
- SWX shows a decrease in Earnings Per Share. Measured over the last years, the EPS has been decreasing by -4.36% yearly.
- Looking at the last year, SWX shows a very negative growth in Revenue. The Revenue has decreased by -37.12% in the last year.
- The Revenue has been decreasing by -4.52% on average over the past years.
EPS 1Y (TTM)13.92%
EPS 3Y-4.78%
EPS 5Y-4.36%
EPS Q2Q%-2.16%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-37.12%
Revenue growth 3Y-12.39%
Revenue growth 5Y-4.52%
Sales Q2Q%-62.15%
3.2 Future
- The Earnings Per Share is expected to grow by 15.80% on average over the next years. This is quite good.
- The Revenue is expected to decrease by -10.16% on average over the next years. This is quite bad
EPS Next Y16.03%
EPS Next 2Y15.63%
EPS Next 3Y16.78%
EPS Next 5Y15.8%
Revenue Next Year-30.6%
Revenue Next 2Y-33.54%
Revenue Next 3Y-22.72%
Revenue Next 5Y-10.16%
3.3 Evolution
- When comparing the EPS growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is accelerating.
- When comparing the Revenue growth rate of the last years to the growth rate of the upcoming years, we see that the growth is decreasing.
4. SWX Valuation Analysis
4.1 Price/Earnings Ratio
- SWX is valuated rather expensively with a Price/Earnings ratio of 24.79.
- SWX's Price/Earnings ratio is rather expensive when compared to the industry. SWX is more expensive than 86.67% of the companies in the same industry.
- The average S&P500 Price/Earnings ratio is at 25.60. SWX is around the same levels.
- With a Price/Forward Earnings ratio of 21.12, SWX is valued on the expensive side.
- SWX's Price/Forward Earnings ratio is a bit more expensive when compared to the industry. SWX is more expensive than 73.33% of the companies in the same industry.
- SWX's Price/Forward Earnings ratio indicates a similar valuation than the S&P500 average which is at 22.84.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 24.79 | ||
| Fwd PE | 21.12 |
4.2 Price Multiples
- The rest of the industry has a similar Enterprise Value to EBITDA ratio as SWX.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| P/FCF | N/A | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 11.41 |
4.3 Compensation for Growth
- The PEG Ratio(NY), which compensates the Price/Earnings for growth, indicates a correct valuation of the company.
- The decent profitability rating of SWX may justify a higher PE ratio.
- A more expensive valuation may be justified as SWX's earnings are expected to grow with 16.78% in the coming years.
PEG (NY)1.55
PEG (5Y)N/A
EPS Next 2Y15.63%
EPS Next 3Y16.78%
5. SWX Dividend Analysis
5.1 Amount
- SWX has a Yearly Dividend Yield of 2.86%.
- Compared to an average industry Dividend Yield of 3.67, SWX is paying slightly less dividend.
- SWX's Dividend Yield is rather good when compared to the S&P500 average which is at 1.88.
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.86% |
5.2 History
- The dividend of SWX has a limited annual growth rate of 2.08%.
- SWX has been paying a dividend for at least 10 years, so it has a reliable track record.
- SWX has not decreased their dividend for at least 10 years, which is a reliable track record.
Dividend Growth(5Y)2.08%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years32
5.3 Sustainability
- SWX pays out 40.59% of its income as dividend. This is a bit on the high side, but may be sustainable.
- SWX's earnings are growing more than its dividend. This makes the dividend growth sustainable.
DP40.59%
EPS Next 2Y15.63%
EPS Next 3Y16.78%
SWX Fundamentals: All Metrics, Ratios and Statistics
89.24
+1.73 (+1.98%)
Chartmill FA Rating
GICS SectorUtilities
GICS IndustryGroupUtilities
GICS IndustryGas Utilities
Earnings (Last)02-25 2026-02-25/bmo
Earnings (Next)05-11 2026-05-11
Inst Owners85.2%
Inst Owner Change-1.67%
Ins Owners0.35%
Ins Owner Change6.58%
Market Cap6.45B
Revenue(TTM)3.21B
Net Income(TTM)439.83M
Analysts88.33
Price Target94.28 (5.65%)
Short Float %1.99%
Short Ratio1.78
Dividend
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.86% |
Yearly Dividend2.48
Dividend Growth(5Y)2.08%
DP40.59%
Div Incr Years0
Div Non Decr Years32
Ex-Date02-17 2026-02-17 (0.62)
Surprises & Revisions
EPS beat(2)2
Avg EPS beat(2)10.89%
Min EPS beat(2)0.55%
Max EPS beat(2)21.24%
EPS beat(4)4
Avg EPS beat(4)12.76%
Min EPS beat(4)0.55%
Max EPS beat(4)21.24%
EPS beat(8)5
Avg EPS beat(8)-2.33%
EPS beat(12)9
Avg EPS beat(12)22.52%
EPS beat(16)9
Avg EPS beat(16)2.86%
Revenue beat(2)0
Avg Revenue beat(2)-55.34%
Min Revenue beat(2)-66.15%
Max Revenue beat(2)-44.54%
Revenue beat(4)0
Avg Revenue beat(4)-32.54%
Min Revenue beat(4)-66.15%
Max Revenue beat(4)-5.29%
Revenue beat(8)1
Avg Revenue beat(8)-23.15%
Revenue beat(12)5
Avg Revenue beat(12)-11.57%
Revenue beat(16)9
Avg Revenue beat(16)-6.09%
PT rev (1m)0%
PT rev (3m)3.35%
EPS NQ rev (1m)-0.25%
EPS NQ rev (3m)6.56%
EPS NY rev (1m)0.54%
EPS NY rev (3m)1.15%
Revenue NQ rev (1m)0%
Revenue NQ rev (3m)-20.86%
Revenue NY rev (1m)0%
Revenue NY rev (3m)-19.47%
Valuation
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PE | 24.79 | ||
| Fwd PE | 21.12 | ||
| P/S | 2.01 | ||
| P/FCF | N/A | ||
| P/OCF | 11.6 | ||
| P/B | 1.63 | ||
| P/tB | 1.63 | ||
| EV/EBITDA | 11.41 |
EPS(TTM)3.6
EY4.03%
EPS(NY)4.22
Fwd EY4.73%
FCF(TTM)-3.48
FCFYN/A
OCF(TTM)7.69
OCFY8.62%
SpS44.48
BVpS54.81
TBVpS54.66
PEG (NY)1.55
PEG (5Y)N/A
Graham Number66.63
Profitability
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ROA | 4.22% | ||
| ROE | 11.1% | ||
| ROCE | 5.17% | ||
| ROIC | 4.09% | ||
| ROICexc | 4.35% | ||
| ROICexgc | 4.36% | ||
| OM | 15.29% | ||
| PM (TTM) | 13.68% | ||
| GM | 84.52% | ||
| FCFM | N/A |
ROA(3y)2.38%
ROA(5y)1.43%
ROE(3y)7.11%
ROE(5y)4.3%
ROIC(3y)3.18%
ROIC(5y)3.01%
ROICexc(3y)3.31%
ROICexc(5y)3.11%
ROICexgc(3y)3.45%
ROICexgc(5y)3.39%
ROCE(3y)4.18%
ROCE(5y)4.15%
ROICexgc growth 3Y7.29%
ROICexgc growth 5Y-1.95%
ROICexc growth 3Y11.31%
ROICexc growth 5Y-0.69%
OM growth 3Y41.12%
OM growth 5Y13.75%
PM growth 3YN/A
PM growth 5Y26.34%
GM growth 3Y-3.94%
GM growth 5Y-3.66%
F-Score6
Asset Turnover0.31
Health
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt/Equity | 0.87 | ||
| Debt/FCF | N/A | ||
| Debt/EBITDA | 4.18 | ||
| Cap/Depr | 244.27% | ||
| Cap/Sales | 25.13% | ||
| Interest Coverage | 2.05 | ||
| Cash Conversion | 67.63% | ||
| Profit Quality | N/A | ||
| Current Ratio | 1.28 | ||
| Quick Ratio | 1.18 | ||
| Altman-Z | 1.23 |
F-Score6
WACC7.45%
ROIC/WACC0.55
Cap/Depr(3y)219.3%
Cap/Depr(5y)206.69%
Cap/Sales(3y)38.09%
Cap/Sales(5y)30.21%
Profit Quality(3y)N/A
Profit Quality(5y)N/A
High Growth Momentum
Growth
EPS 1Y (TTM)13.92%
EPS 3Y-4.78%
EPS 5Y-4.36%
EPS Q2Q%-2.16%
EPS Next Y16.03%
EPS Next 2Y15.63%
EPS Next 3Y16.78%
EPS Next 5Y15.8%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)-37.12%
Revenue growth 3Y-12.39%
Revenue growth 5Y-4.52%
Sales Q2Q%-62.15%
Revenue Next Year-30.6%
Revenue Next 2Y-33.54%
Revenue Next 3Y-22.72%
Revenue Next 5Y-10.16%
EBIT growth 1Y1.61%
EBIT growth 3Y3.21%
EBIT growth 5Y2.3%
EBIT Next Year75.31%
EBIT Next 3Y26.87%
EBIT Next 5Y26.63%
FCF growth 1Y-161.43%
FCF growth 3YN/A
FCF growth 5YN/A
OCF growth 1Y-58.98%
OCF growth 3Y13.17%
OCF growth 5Y-2.34%
SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS INC / SWX Fundamental Analysis FAQ
What is the ChartMill fundamental rating of SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS INC (SWX) stock?
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 4 / 10 to SWX.
What is the valuation status for SWX stock?
ChartMill assigns a valuation rating of 2 / 10 to SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS INC (SWX). This can be considered as Overvalued.
How profitable is SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS INC (SWX) stock?
SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS INC (SWX) has a profitability rating of 6 / 10.
Can you provide the PE and PB ratios for SWX stock?
The Price/Earnings (PE) ratio for SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS INC (SWX) is 24.79 and the Price/Book (PB) ratio is 1.63.
Can you provide the financial health for SWX stock?
The financial health rating of SOUTHWEST GAS HOLDINGS INC (SWX) is 4 / 10.