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    How UGI's (UGI) Growing Losses and Stable Dividend Are Shaping Its Investment Story

    Simply Wall St·08/14/2025 06:06:42
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    • UGI Corporation recently reported its third-quarter and nine-month earnings, posting US$1.39 billion in quarterly sales and a widened quarterly net loss of US$163 million, while affirming its quarterly dividend of US$0.375 per share payable in October 2025.
    • Despite higher sales, the significant increase in the company's net loss highlights ongoing operational and cost pressures, even as management maintains its dividend commitment.
    • We'll examine how the sharp rise in UGI's quarterly net loss may alter its investment narrative and future earnings expectations.

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    UGI Investment Narrative Recap

    To be a shareholder in UGI, you have to believe the company can successfully manage the transition away from fossil fuels while controlling costs enough to preserve stable returns. The recent third-quarter earnings report, which showed a much larger net loss despite higher sales, makes it clear that immediate operational and cost concerns remain the most important short-term focus, though this update does not appear to materially shift the biggest risk: ongoing margin pressure tied to persistent cost increases and structural demand declines in core markets.

    Among the latest company actions, UGI's decision to affirm its quarterly dividend of US$0.375 per share stands out. This announcement suggests management remains committed to returning cash to shareholders, even in the face of challenging earnings, reinforcing the dividend as a near-term catalyst while cost control and margin protection efforts continue.

    By contrast, investors should also keep an eye on whether ongoing cost pressures could ultimately affect...

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    UGI's outlook anticipates $9.0 billion in revenue and $794.3 million in earnings by 2028. This is based on a 7.0% yearly revenue growth rate and an increase of $376.3 million in earnings from the current level of $418.0 million.

    Uncover how UGI's forecasts yield a $41.00 fair value, a 14% upside to its current price.

    Exploring Other Perspectives

    UGI Community Fair Values as at Aug 2025
    UGI Community Fair Values as at Aug 2025

    Five fair value estimates from the Simply Wall St Community span US$31.87 to US$58.93. While some see significant upside, the risk of sustained operating expense growth remains a key concern impacting future earnings and cash flow; review the range of community perspectives for broader insight.

    Explore 5 other fair value estimates on UGI - why the stock might be worth as much as 64% more than the current price!

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.