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Southern Company (NYSE) SO

Current Price$93.83
Market Cap$106.48BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1968)+41,888%
5 Year+81%
1 Year+4%
1 Month+1%
Southern Company last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 94.462026-07-20
Southern Company stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-2.08%USD 96.472026-07-13
1 month+1.47%USD 93.092026-06-18
3 month+3.61%USD 91.172026-04-21
Year to date+10.08%USD 85.812025-12-31
1 year+3.66%USD 91.122025-07-18
3 year+43.67%USD 65.752023-07-21
5 year+80.85%USD 52.232021-07-21
Since inception+41,887.97%USD 0.221968-01-02

Southern Company Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$106.48BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$30.17B

Net Income (TTM)

$4.36B

EPS (TTM)

$3.91

P/E Ratio

24.16

Dividend

$2.98

Beta (Volatility)

0.24 (Low)

Price

$93.83

Volume

4,622,447

Open

$94.01

Previous Close

$93.85

Daily Range

$93.21 - $94.44

52-Week Range

$83.80 - $100.84

Estimated Earnings Date

Jul 30, 2026

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About Southern Company

The Southern Company provides electricity and natural gas to millions in the U.S. It powers homes and businesses with diverse energy sources. Its services are essential for daily life and industry.

Powering the Nation

Electricity Generation: Operates hydroelectric, fossil fuel, nuclear, solar, and wind facilities.

Natural Gas Distribution: Manages extensive pipeline networks and storage facilities.

Renewable Energy Projects: Invests in solar and wind energy developments.

Digital Services: Offers wireless communications and fiber optics.

Energy Storage Solutions: Develops battery storage facilities to enhance grid reliability.

Wholesale Gas Services: Provides gas marketing and pipeline investments.

Expanding Horizons

Acquired AGL Resources in 2016, enhancing natural gas operations.

Invested in renewable energy projects, increasing solar and wind capacity.

Expanded digital services with fiber optics and wireless communications.

What Makes The Southern Company Special

The Southern Company stands out with its vast infrastructure and diverse energy portfolio. Its commitment to renewable energy positions it as a leader in sustainable power.

Five Things You Need to Know

Serves 8.7 million utility customers as of 2023.

Operates 76,289 miles of natural gas pipelines.

Manages 30 hydroelectric and 24 fossil fuel stations.

Invests heavily in renewable energy projects.

Reported a market cap of $99.78 billion in 2023.

Bottom Line

The Southern Company has evolved through diversification and innovation. Its focus on renewable energy and infrastructure expansion supports its strong market position.

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Industry

Electric Utilities

Sector

Utilities

Employees

29,800

CEO

Christopher C. Womack

Website

www.southerncompany.com

Headquarters

Atlanta, GA 30308, US

SO Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

43.11%

Operating Margin

24.15%

Net Income Margin

14.46%

Return on Equity

12.28%

Return on Capital

7.14%

Return on Assets

2.78%

Earnings Yield

4.14%

Dividend Yield

3.15%

Payout Ratio

70.02%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$106.48BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

1.13B

Volume

4.62M

Avg. Volume

5.77M

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$13.01B

Operating Income

$7.29B

EBITDA

$14.44B

Operating Cash Flow

$9.78B

Capital Expenditure

-$13.56B

Free Cash Flow

-$3.78B

Cash & ST Invst.

$981.00M

Total Debt

$76.01B

Southern Company Performance Analysis

Southern Company annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 29,290,000,00026.1%
20232023-12-31USD 25,253,000,000-13.8%
20242024-12-31USD 26,724,000,0005.8%
20252025-12-31USD 29,553,000,00010.6%
Southern Company sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-30-10.3%
Q32025-09-3012.2%
Q42025-12-31-10.8%
Q12026-03-3120.3%
Southern Company annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 3.2645.5%
20232023-12-31USD 3.6211.1%
20242024-12-31USD 3.9910.3%
20252025-12-31USD 3.91-2.0%
Southern Company sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-30-33.9%
Q32025-09-3092.5%
Q42025-12-31-76.0%
Q12026-03-31224.3%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$8.40B

+8.0%

Gross Profit

$3.90B

+4.3%

Gross Margin

46.47%

N/A

Market Cap

$106.48BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

$3.57M

N/A

Employees

29,800

N/A

Net Income

$1.36B

+1.6%

EBITDA

$3.92B

+6.8%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$981.00M

-57.8%

Total Debt

$76.01B

+8.4%

Accounts Receivable

$3.87B

-9.4%

Inventory

$3.17B

+3.8%

Long Term Debt

$68.43B

+6.5%

Short Term Debt

$7.58B

+28.8%

Return on Assets

2.78%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

5.14%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-$1.72B

-44.7%

Operating Cash Flow

$1.23B

-1.9%

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Questions About SO

What is the current price of Southern Company ?

Southern Company is trading at $93.85 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Southern Company ?

Over the past 52 weeks, Southern Company has traded between $83.80 and $100.84.

How much debt does Southern Company have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Southern Company reported total debt of $76.01B.

How much cash does Southern Company have on hand?

Southern Company reported $987.00M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Southern Company ’s dividend yield?

Southern Company currently has a dividend yield of 3.15%.

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