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Southern Company (SO)

Market Closed
7 Jul, 20:00
NYSE NYSE
$
91. 62
+0.11
+0.12%
$
99.9B Market Cap
25.86 P/E Ratio
2.8% Div Yield
2,667,157 Volume
3.6 Eps
$ 91.51
Previous Close
Day Range
91.14 91.73
Year Range
77.62 94.45
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Earnings results expected in 23 days

Summary

SO closed today higher at $91.62, an increase of 0.12% from yesterday's close, completing a monthly increase of 2.6% or $2.32. Over the past 12 months, SO stock gained 10.56%.
SO pays dividends to its shareholders, with the most recent payment made on Jun 06, 2025. The next estimated payment will be in In 1 month on Sep 06, 2025 for a total of $0.74.
The last earnings report, released on Apr 30, 2025, missed the consensus estimates by -1.14%. On average, the company has fell short of earnings expectations by -0.58%, based on the last three reports. The next scheduled earnings report is due on Jul 30, 2025.
Southern Company has completed 2 stock splits, with the recent split occurring on Apr 03, 2001.
The company's stock is traded on 13 different exchanges and in various currencies, with the primary listing on NYSE (USD).

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Southern Company's Georgia Power Freezes Base Rates Through 2028

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Southern Company Dividends

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SO In 1 month
Estimated
Quarterly
$0.74 Per Share
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SO 1 month ago
Paid
Quarterly
$0.74 Per Share
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SO 4 months ago
Paid
Quarterly
$0.72 Per Share
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SO 7 months ago
Paid
Quarterly
$0.72 Per Share
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SO 10 months ago
Paid
Quarterly
$0.72 Per Share
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SO 17 May 2024
Paid
Quarterly
$0.72 Per Share

Southern Company Earnings

30 Jul 2025 (In 3 weeks) Date
1.08
Cons. EPS
-
EPS
30 Apr 2025 Date
1.14
Cons. EPS
-
EPS
20 Feb 2025 Date
0.53
Cons. EPS
0.5
EPS
13 Feb 2025 Date
0.57
Cons. EPS
-
EPS
31 Oct 2024 Date
1.34
Cons. EPS
1.43
EPS
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SO In 1 month
Estimated
Quarterly
$0.74 Per Share
Southern Company logo
SO 1 month ago
Paid
Quarterly
$0.74 Per Share
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SO 4 months ago
Paid
Quarterly
$0.72 Per Share
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SO 7 months ago
Paid
Quarterly
$0.72 Per Share
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SO 10 months ago
Paid
Quarterly
$0.72 Per Share
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SO 17 May 2024
Paid
Quarterly
$0.72 Per Share
30 Jul 2025 (In 3 weeks) Date
1.08
Cons. EPS
-
EPS
30 Apr 2025 Date
1.14
Cons. EPS
-
EPS
20 Feb 2025 Date
0.53
Cons. EPS
0.5
EPS
13 Feb 2025 Date
0.57
Cons. EPS
-
EPS
31 Oct 2024 Date
1.34
Cons. EPS
1.43
EPS

Southern Company (SO) FAQ

What is the stock price today?

The current price is $91.62.

On which exchange is it traded?

Southern Company is listed on NYSE.

What is its stock symbol?

The ticker symbol is SO.

Does it pay dividends? What is the current yield?

Yes, It pays dividends and the current yield is 2.8%.

What is its market cap?

As of today, the market cap is 99.9B.

What is the earnings per share?

The EPS is 1.08.

When is the next earnings date?

The next earnings report will release on Jul 30, 2025.

Has Southern Company ever had a stock split?

Southern Company had 2 splits and the recent split was on Apr 03, 2001.

Southern Company Profile

Regulated Electric Industry
Utilities Sector
Christopher C. Womack CEO
NYSE Exchange
842587107 Cusip
US Country
28,314 Employees
18 Feb 2025 Last Dividend
3 Apr 2001 Last Split
31 Dec 1981 IPO Date

Overview

The Southern Company is a leading energy company that has been operational since 1945. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, it engages in various aspects of the energy sector, primarily focusing on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. Its operations extend to developing, constructing, acquiring, owning, and managing power generation assets. These assets span a broad spectrum, including renewable energy projects, which allows The Southern Company to play a significant role in the wholesale electricity market. Additionally, it is involved in the distribution of natural gas across several states and offers a range of related services. The company's vast infrastructure includes significant natural gas pipelines and storage facilities, ensuring reliable supply to its customers. Serving approximately 8.9 million electric and gas utility customers, The Southern Company also ventures into newer domains such as distributed energy solutions, resilience solutions, and digital communications, further diversifying its portfolio and strengthening its market position.

Products and Services

The Southern Company offers a comprehensive array of products and services designed to meet the diverse needs of its customers. Each product and service is tailored to leverage the company's extensive expertise in the energy sector, ensuring high-quality options for both residential and commercial consumers.

  • Electricity Generation, Transmission, and Distribution: The company produces electricity through various sources, including nuclear, coal, hydro, cogeneration, solar, wind, battery storage, and fuel cell facilities. It is responsible for the transmission and distribution of electricity to meet consumer demand effectively.
  • Renewable Energy Projects: Engaging in renewable energy projects allows The Southern Company to offer environmentally sustainable energy options, including solar and wind power, contributing to the diversification of energy sources and the reduction of carbon emissions.
  • Natural Gas Distribution and Services: It provides natural gas distribution in multiple states, alongside offering gas marketing services. The company manages gas distribution operations and pipeline investment operations, ensuring a reliable supply of natural gas to its customers.
  • Infrastructure Development: The Southern Company owns and operates an extensive network of natural gas pipelines and storage facilities, which play a critical role in energy distribution and storage solutions.
  • Distributed Energy and Resilience Solutions: Offering distributed energy solutions, The Southern Company addresses the growing demand for decentralized energy sources. It also provides resilience solutions to ensure stable and uninterrupted energy supplies.
  • Microgrid Deployment: The development and deployment of microgrids cater to the needs of commercial, industrial, governmental, and utility customers, offering them a self-sufficient energy solution that enhances reliability and sustainability.
  • Digital Wireless Communications and Fiber Optics Services: By offering these services, The Southern Company expands its operations into the telecommunication sector, providing essential communication infrastructure and services.

Contact Information

Address: 30 Ivan Allen Jr. Boulevard, N.W.
Phone: 404 506 5000