Spire Inc. · Utilities · Utilities - Regulated Gas
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OpenOpen$90.83
Day highHigh$92.91
Day lowLow$89.46
VolumeVol595,531
Avg volAvgVol387,034
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Mkt cap
$5.41B
P/E ratio
20.00
FY Revenue
$2.57B
EPS
4.58
Gross Margin
63.10%
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Utilities
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Spire Inc.
Spire Inc. exhibits steady long-term price appreciation with the 6–12 month returns in double digits and the current price above key moving averages, while near-term performance has been more uneven. Fundamentally, the company combines high gross and operating margins with a long dividend track record but faces negative free cash flow, elevated leverage, and declining earnings growth. Technical indicators and recent news lean constructive, yet liquidity ratios, capital intensity, and moderate short interest create a non-trivial risk backdrop.
AI summarized at 2:11 PM ET, 2026-02-03
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INTRADAY:63SWING:66LONG:58
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+158% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 2.58×
RSI
65.86(Strong)
Strong (60–70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
-0.02 (Weak)
MACD: -0.05 Signal: -0.03
Short-Term
+0.16 (Strong)
MACD: 1.78 Signal: 1.62
Long-Term
+0.41 (Strong)
MACD: 2.00 Signal: 1.59
Intraday trend score
72.78
LOW60.78HIGH89.78
Latest news
SR•12 articles•Positive: 6Neutral: 1Negative: 0
NeutralBenzinga• Prnewswire
Spire Inc. Amends Redemption of 5.90% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock
Spire Inc. announced the redemption of all 10,000 outstanding shares of its 5.90% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock on February 13, 2026. Shareholders will receive a redemption price of $25.00 per depositary share plus accrued dividends, with a regular quarterly dividend of $0.36875 per depositary share payable on February 17, 2026.
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Sentiment note
The redemption announcement is a routine corporate action with no indication of financial distress or strategic concerns. The company is executing a planned redemption with clear terms and timelines, which is a standard capital management activity. No negative or positive operational developments are mentioned.
PositiveBenzinga• Prnewswire
Spire declares dividend
Spire Inc. (NYSE:SR) announced a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.825 per share, payable April 2, 2026. The company has continuously paid dividends since 1946 and 2026 marks its 23rd consecutive year of increasing its common stock dividend on an annualized basis. Spire also announced its intent to redeem all outstanding shares of its 5.90% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock on February 13, 2026.
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Sentiment note
The company declared a dividend and announced its 23rd consecutive year of dividend increases, demonstrating financial stability and commitment to shareholder returns. Continuous dividend payments since 1946 and consistent annual increases indicate strong financial health and shareholder-friendly capital allocation.
PositiveBenzinga• Prnewswire
Spire declares dividend
Spire Inc. announced a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.785 per share, payable on October 2, 2025, to shareholders of record on September 11, 2025. This marks the company's 22nd consecutive year of increasing its common stock dividend.
The company has consistently increased its dividend for 22 consecutive years, demonstrating financial stability and commitment to shareholders. The press release highlights the company's growth strategy and service to 1.7 million homes and businesses.
PositiveBenzinga• Prnewswire
Spire declares dividend
Spire Inc. (NYSE:SR) declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.785 per share, payable on July 2, 2025. The company has continuously paid a cash dividend since 1946 and is increasing its common stock dividend for the 22nd consecutive year.
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Sentiment note
The company is increasing its dividend for the 22nd consecutive year, indicating financial stability and a commitment to shareholder returns.
PositiveBenzinga• Lekha Gupta
JPMorgan Boosts Atmos Price Target, Reaffirms Bullish View On Spire And NJR
JPMorgan analyst Richard W Sunderland raised the price target for Atmos Energy and maintained a bullish view on Spire and New Jersey Resources. The analyst expects Atmos to raise its EPS guidance, while Spire and NJR are poised for steady performance in 2025 despite potential tariff and IRA impacts.
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Sentiment note
JPMorgan remains optimistic about Spire's outlook, expecting the company to meet its 2025 goals despite potential tariff and IRA impacts, which the analyst believes are manageable.
PositiveBenzinga• Prnewswire
Spire declares dividend
Spire Inc. (NYSE:SR) declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.785 per share, payable on April 2, 2025, to shareholders of record on March 11, 2025. The company also declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.36875 per depositary share on its 5.90% Series A Cumulative Redeemable Perpetual Preferred Stock, payable on May 15, 2025, to holders of record on April 25, 2025.
SRSRPAdividendSpire Inc.natural gasutilities
Sentiment note
The article reports that Spire Inc. has declared a quarterly common stock dividend and a regular quarterly dividend on its preferred stock, indicating the company's financial stability and commitment to returning value to shareholders.
PositiveBenzinga• Prnewswire
Spire Increases Common Stock Dividend
Spire Inc. (NYSE:SR) has increased its annual common stock dividend by $0.12 per share to $3.14 per share, marking the company's 22nd consecutive year of dividend increases.
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Sentiment note
The company has increased its common stock dividend for the 22nd consecutive year, reflecting its strong financial position and growth strategy.
UnknownBenzinga• Avi Kapoor
Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts' Views 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.
Benzinga readers can review the latest analyst takes on their favorite stocks by visiting our Analyst Stock Ratings page. Traders can sort through Benzinga's extensive database of analyst ratings, including by analyst accuracy.
Below are the ratings of the most accurate analysts for three high-yielding stocks in the utilities sector.
Northwest Natural Holding Co (NYSE:NWN)
Dividend Yield: 5.19%
Stifel analyst Selman Akyol maintained a Buy rating and raised the price target from $39 to $40 on May 7. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 69%.
Janney Montgomery Scott analyst Michael Gaugler initiated coverage on the stock with a Neutral rating and a price target of $39 on Jan. 31. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 74%.
Recent News: ...Full story available on Benzinga.com
UnknownZacks Investment Research• Zacks Equity Research
Spire (SR) Down 2.8% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Rebound?
Spire (SR) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.
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UnknownBenzinga• Benzinga Insights
Forecasting The Future: 6 Analyst Projections For Spire
In the last three months, 6 analysts have published ratings on Spire (NYSE:SR), offering a diverse range of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.
Bullish
Somewhat Bullish
Indifferent
Somewhat Bearish
Bearish
Total Ratings
1
0
5
0
0
Last 30D
0
0
1
0
0
1M Ago
0
0
2
0
0
2M Ago
1
0
2
0
0
3M Ago
0
0
0
0
0
Insights from analysts' 12-month price targets are revealed, presenting an average target of $64.25, a high estimate of $68.00, and a low estimate of $57.50. Surpassing the previous average price target of $64.00, the current average has increased by 0.39%.
Investigating Analyst Ratings: An Elaborate Study
The standing of Spire among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
Analyst
Analyst Firm
Action Taken
Rating
Current Price Target
Prior Price Target
Stephen Byrd
Morgan Stanley
Raises
Equal-Weight
$67.00
$64.00
Sarah Akers
Wells Fargo
Raises
Equal-Weight
$66.00
$64.00
Gabriel Moreen
Mizuho
Lowers
Neutral
$62.00
$64.00
Paul Fremont
Ladenburg Thalmann
Announces
Neutral
$57.50
-
Shelby Tucker
RBC Capital
Maintains
Sector Perform
$65.00
-
William Appicelli
UBS
Announces
Buy
$68.00
-
Key Insights:
Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their reaction to recent developments related to Spire. This insight gives ...Full story available on Benzinga.com
SRAnalyst Ratings
UnknownZacks Investment Research• Zacks Equity Research
ONE Gas (OGS) Q1 Earnings Miss Estimates, Revenues Down Y/Y
ONE Gas (OGS) first-quarter earnings come in lower than expected due to warmer-than-normal weather impacting demand. The company expands customer base in the reported quarter.
UGIMDUSROGS
UnknownBenzinga• Benzinga Insights
Analyst Expectations For Spire's Future
Analysts' ratings for Spire (NYSE:SR) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 4 analysts.
The following table provides a quick overview of their recent ratings, highlighting the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
Bullish
Somewhat Bullish
Indifferent
Somewhat Bearish
Bearish
Total Ratings
1
0
3
0
0
Last 30D
0
0
1
0
0
1M Ago
1
0
2
0
0
2M Ago
0
0
0
0
0
3M Ago
0
0
0
0
0
Analysts provide deeper insights through their assessments of 12-month price targets, revealing an average target of $63.12, a high estimate of $68.00, and a low estimate of $57.50. A decline of 1.38% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average.
Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look
The perception of Spire by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
Analyst
Analyst Firm
Action Taken
Rating
Current Price Target
Prior Price Target
Gabriel Moreen
Mizuho
Lowers
Neutral
$62.00
$64.00
Paul Fremont
Ladenburg Thalmann
Announces
Neutral
$57.50
-
Shelby Tucker
RBC Capital
Maintains
Sector Perform
$65.00
-
William Appicelli
UBS
Announces
Buy
$68.00
-
Key Insights:
Action Taken: Responding to changing market dynamics and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' their stance, it signifies their response to recent developments related to Spire. This offers insight into analysts' perspectives on the current state of ...Full story available on Benzinga.com
SRAnalyst Ratings
News and sentiment labels describe article tone and are provided for research purposes only. They are not trading recommendations or forecasts.
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