The Southern Company (SO)
SO's Georgia Power Approves Power Expansion to Serve Data Centers
Southern Company's Georgia Power approved a major power build-out for data centers, sparking debate over costs, risks and who ultimately pays the bill.
Will Direct Distribution in Southern Europe Boost ISRG's Margins?
ISRG plans a 2026 shift to direct distribution in Italy, Spain, and Portugal, aiming to lift margins by capturing distributor economics with execution risk.
UK's Serica Energy to buy Southern North Sea assets for $76 million
Britain's Serica Energy said on Tuesday it had agreed to acquire a portfolio of Southern North Sea assets from Spirit Energy for an upfront consideration of 57 million pounds ($76.19 million).
Recent Pullback Provides Opportunity In Southern Company
The Southern Company is rated a Buy after a 15% pullback, offering a stable, income-producing utility with multiple growth catalysts for 2026. SO projects 5–7% annual EPS growth, supported by 8% regulated rate base and electric load growth through 2029, with 90% of earnings from regulated utilities. The company's $76 billion capital plan is 77% equity-funded through 2029, and SO will become a Dividend Aristocrat in 2025, likely driving ETF demand.
SO Stock Declines 6% in Past 6 Months: Here's How to Play
Southern Company faces stock underperformance, yet rising large-load demand, strong regulation and $76B growth pipeline strengthen its long-term outlook.
Southern Company: Solid Execution And Data-Center Tailwinds Unlock Upside
Southern Company (SO) is rated Buy with a $96 target, offering 12% upside and a 3.5% dividend yield. Q3 results exceeded expectations, driven by strong demand from data centers and regional economic growth. SO's revenue structure is shifting, with long-term sales growth underpinned by contracted industrial and data center clients.
Here's Why Southern Co. (SO) is a Strong Growth Stock
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Southern Company Pledges Steady Customer Rates Through 2027
SO's subsidiary Alabama Power commits to steady rates through 2027 while strengthening the grid and offering tools to help households manage monthly bills.
Waymo gets regulatory approval to expand across Bay Area and Southern California
Waymo continues to expand its reach, with the robotaxi company posting Friday that it's now “officially authorized to drive fully autonomously across more of the Golden State.”
Southern Company Rises 10% YTD: Time to Buy, Sell or Hold?
SO benefits from strong load growth, long-term contracts, major regulated investments and steady dividends, but faces regulatory risks, high valuation and interest cost pressure.
Here's Why Southern Co. (SO) is a Strong Growth Stock
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Southern Company Q3 Earnings Top on Usage, New Customers
SO beats Q3 estimates as revenues and earnings climb on higher power usage and customer gains.
