Southern Company
$ 92.69
-0.23%
07 Aug - close price
- Market Cap 106,627,154,000 USD
- Current Price $ 92.69
- High / Low $ 93.59 / 91.75
- Stock P/E 22.33
- Book Value 32.93
- EPS 4.15
- Next Earning Report -
- Dividend Per Share $2.98
- Dividend Yield 3.21 %
- Next Dividend Date 2026-09-08
- ROA 0.03 %
- ROE 0.12 %
- 52 Week High 99.26
- 52 Week Low 82.46
About
Southern Company is an American gas and electric utility holding company based in the southern United States. It is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with executive offices also located in Birmingham, Alabama.
Analyst Target Price
$100.92
Quarterly Earnings
| Jun 2026 | Mar 2026 | Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | |
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| Reported Date | 2026-07-30 | 2026-04-30 | 2026-02-19 | 2025-10-30 | 2025-07-31 | 2025-05-01 | 2025-02-20 | 2024-10-31 | 2024-08-01 | 2024-05-02 | 2024-02-15 | 2023-11-02 |
| Reported EPS | 1.13 | 1.32 | 0.55 | 1.6 | 0.92 | 1.23 | 0.5 | 1.43 | 1.1 | 1.03 | 0.64 | 1.42 |
| Estimated EPS | 1.01 | 1.21 | 0.57 | 1.51 | 0.88 | 1.19 | 0.53 | 1.34 | 0.93 | 0.9 | 0.6 | 1.32 |
| Surprise | 0.12 | 0.11 | -0.02 | 0.09 | 0.04 | 0.04 | -0.03 | 0.09 | 0.17 | 0.13 | 0.04 | 0.1 |
| Surprise Percentage | 11.8812% | 9.0909% | -3.5088% | 5.9603% | 4.5455% | 3.3613% | -5.6604% | 6.7164% | 18.2796% | 14.4444% | 6.6667% | 7.5758% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
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Previous Dividend Records
| Sep 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jul 2026 | Jun 2026 | Jun 2026 | Mar 2026 | Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | |
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| Payment Date | 2026-09-08 | 2026-07-30 | 2026-07-15 | 2026-07-01 | 2026-06-15 | 2026-06-08 | 2026-03-06 | 2025-12-08 | 2025-09-08 | 2025-06-06 |
| Amount | $0.76 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.0 | $0.76 | $0.74 | $0.74 | $0.74 | $0.74 |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | $2.98 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.21% |
| Next Dividend Date | 2026-09-08 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | 2026-08-17 |
Recent News: SO
2026-08-08 19:09:55
Southern Company (SO) has completed several large senior unsecured convertible bond offerings to fund its substantial capital plan, which includes investments in data centers, renewables, and nuclear projects. While these offerings provide funding flexibility and appeal to bond investors with a step-up coupon structure, analysts are concerned about potential shareholder dilution due to conversion features and tight interest coverage. The company's reliance on capital markets for growth necessitates close monitoring of its balance sheet discipline, especially compared to its peers.
2026-08-08 14:39:08
Despite limited growth in the utilities sector, Southern Company and Duke Energy reported strong earnings with double-digit percentage increases in 2026 and reaffirmed positive outlooks. Southern Company offers greater long-term price potential, while Duke Energy leads in clean energy contributions. Both stocks are currently considered fairly valued, making them attractive for investors interested in the green economy and utility sector growth.
2026-08-08 09:33:03
PensionDanmark Pensionsforsikringsaktieselskab increased its stake in Southern Company (NYSE:SO) by 10.8% in the second quarter, now owning 192,080 shares valued at approximately $18.4 million. Despite institutional ownership of 64.1%, the company's stock opened down 0.1% at $92.83. Southern reported Q2 EPS of $1.13, surpassing estimates, but revenue of $6.98 billion missed expectations, with analysts maintaining a "Hold" rating and an average price target of $100.26.
2026-08-08 08:41:39
Alabama regulators are holding hearings to potentially reduce the allowed profit margin for Spire Alabama and Spire Gulf, the state's largest gas utility, marking the first such effort in over 40 years. This move comes amid public pressure over high energy prices and differing proposals from Spire, the Attorney General's office, and clean energy advocates regarding the appropriate return on equity. The Public Service Commission is expected to make a final decision on Spire's allowed returns by September 1, which could significantly impact ratepayers and the utility's operations.
2026-08-07 19:49:49
Pinnacle West Capital Corp (PNW) currently has an earnings forecast score of 6.89, ranking 33rd in its industry. Analysts have set an average price target of $96.00, with a range from $81.50 to $115.00, and most recommend a "Hold" rating for the stock. The company's expected revenue for the next quarter is $1.85 billion, and the anticipated EPS is $3.17, following a previous quarter's EPS of $0.27 against an expectation of $1.47.
2026-08-07 19:37:32
Sterling A. Spainhour Jr., EVP and Chief Legal Officer at Southern Company (NYSE:SO), sold 3,333 shares of company stock for approximately $313,368. Following the sale, he directly holds 35,219 shares and indirectly owns 951.3316 shares through a 401(k) plan. Southern Company recently reported Q2 2026 adjusted earnings of $1.13 per share, exceeding estimates, but revenue missed expectations at $6.98 billion.
