Discontinued — last reported Q4 '16
Business Segments · Operating Expenses
Distribution — Operating Expenses
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ4 2015
Last reportedQ4 2016
Rolls up toTotal Operating Expenses
How to read this metric
A decrease relative to revenue indicates improved operational efficiency, while an increase may signal rising maintenance costs or inflationary pressures.
Detailed definition
This represents the total costs incurred to operate and maintain the distribution segment, excluding the cost of the nat...
Peer comparison
Standard metric for utility operational efficiency; peers are often benchmarked on O&M cost per customer.
Metric ID:
ato_segment_distribution_operating_expensesSimilar Metrics at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does distribution — operating expenses mean?
- The total costs to run the distribution business, excluding the cost of gas purchased.