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- symbol SO
- Rev/Share 26.2359
- Book/Share 34.7314
- PB 2.7445
- Debt/Equity 1.8915
- CurrentRatio 0.7549
- ROIC 0.0436
- MktCap 95863460788.0
- FreeCF/Share -1.8131
- PFCF -47.9797
- PE 21.5432
- Debt/Assets 0.432
- DivYield 0.0337
- ROE 0.1311
- Rating B
- Score 3
- Recommendation Neutral
- P/E Score 2
- DCF Score 3
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 2
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downgrade | SO | Morgan Stanley | Equal Weight | Underweight | -- | $81 | Dec. 16, 2025 |
| Downgrade | SO | Goldman | Buy | Neutral | -- | $98 | Nov. 6, 2025 |
| Downgrade | SO | Jefferies | Buy | Hold | -- | $103 | Nov. 5, 2025 |
| Initiation | SO | Wells Fargo | -- | Equal Weight | -- | $97 | Oct. 28, 2025 |
| Resumed | SO | RBC Capital Mkts | -- | Sector Perform | -- | $107 | Oct. 28, 2025 |
| Initiation | SO | BTIG Research | -- | Neutral | -- | -- | Oct. 22, 2025 |
| Downgrade | SO | Ladenburg Thalmann | Buy | Neutral | -- | $102.5 | Oct. 17, 2025 |
| Initiation | SO | TD Cowen | -- | Buy | -- | $112 | Oct. 16, 2025 |
| Initiation | SO | Evercore ISI | -- | In-line | -- | $103 | Oct. 7, 2025 |
| Downgrade | SO | Scotiabank | Sector Outperform | Sector Perform | -- | $99 | Oct. 3, 2025 |
News
SO's Georgia Power Approves Power Expansion to Serve Data Centers
Published: December 22, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
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.
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Georgia Natural Gas® Donates $250,000 to the Heating Energy Assistance Team to Help Keep Georgians Safe and Warm this Winter
Published: December 22, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
ATLANTA , Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Natural Gas® (GNG) recently presented a $250,000 grant to the Heating Energy Assistance Team, Inc. (HEAT) to support Atlanta and communities throughout Georgia during the 2025/2026 winter heating season. "We understand the vital work that HEAT does to protect the safety, health and comfort of our neighbors," said John Jamieson, vice president of retail operations for Georgia Natural Gas.
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Georgia PSC approves plan to deliver savings for electric customers, meet energy demands of a growing state
Published: December 19, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Plan will deliver estimated savings of approximately $102 per year for the typical residential customer; Growth continues to create thousands of new jobs and billions of dollars of positive economic impact expected across Georgia ATLANTA , Dec. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today that the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) has approved a plan which will allow the company to proceed with procuring approximately 9,900 megawatts (MW) of diverse, cost-effective generation resources to serve the energy needs of a growing state. The plan follows a stipulated agreement the company recently reached with the Public Interest Advocacy (PIA) Staff, …
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Southern Company Ranked as the No. 1 Employer in the US on 2025 Military Times Best for Vets: Employers List
Published: December 16, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
ATLANTA , Dec. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company is proud to announce the company has earned the No. 1 ranking in the United States on this year's Military Times Best for Vets: Employers list.
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Georgia Power receives turbine and generator for new Unit 9 at Plant Yates
Published: December 15, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Progress continues on new Units 8 and 9 as expansion moves forward to meet Georgia's growing energy demand ATLANTA , Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Progress continues on new natural gas generation units at Plant Yates in Coweta County, Georgia, located about an hour southwest of Atlanta. Georgia Power recently received delivery of the latest major components – including the turbine and generator – to complete the new Unit 9 combustion turbine (CT).
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SO Stock Declines 6% in Past 6 Months: Here's How to Play
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
Southern Company faces stock underperformance, yet rising large-load demand, strong regulation and $76B growth pipeline strengthen its long-term outlook.
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Here's Why Southern Co. (SO) is a Strong Growth Stock
Published: December 10, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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South Metro Atlanta communities to benefit from new transmission infrastructure projects including Ashley Park-Wansley line
Published: December 08, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Investments reflect Georgia Power's ongoing commitment to being here for customers and the state—serving the energy needs of a growing Georgia, while enhancing service and reliability for local communities ATLANTA , Dec. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power continues to invest in communities across the state by upgrading and enhancing the power grid to improve reliability and resiliency, and meet new demand in the coming years. The company recently announced major transmission infrastructure projects in Coweta, Fayette, Fulton and Heard counties—advancing energy reliability and supporting Georgia's continued growth.
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Southern Company Foundation Awards $3M for HBCU Endowed Professorships
Published: December 04, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Grant recipients include Hampton University, Morehouse College, Tennessee State University, and Virginia State University. Previous awardees include Clark Atlanta University and Stillman College. Grant recipients include Hampton University, Morehouse College, Tennessee State University, and Virginia State University. Previous awardees include Clark Atlanta University and Stillman College.
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Southern Company Pledges Steady Customer Rates Through 2027
Published: December 03, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
SO's subsidiary Alabama Power commits to steady rates through 2027 while strengthening the grid and offering tools to help households manage monthly bills.
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Alabama Power Commits to Steady Rates Through 2027
Published: December 02, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Multi-year rate stability plan provides certainty for customers while company focuses on efficiencies and grid investments BIRMINGHAM, Ala. , Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Following today's Alabama Public Service Commission meeting, Alabama Power announced its commitment to keep customer rates steady through 2027 while maintaining the dependable service customers count on.
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VST vs. SO: Which Utility Stock Looks More Attractive for Now?
Published: November 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
VST's rising earnings outlook, strong ROE and faster sales growth sharpen its edge in a head-to-head comparison with SO.
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Southern Company Rises 10% YTD: Time to Buy, Sell or Hold?
Published: November 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
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.
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Here's Why Southern Co. (SO) is a Strong Growth Stock
Published: November 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Southern Company (The) (SO) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
Published: November 06, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Southern Co. (SO) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
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Southern Company Q3 Earnings Top on Usage, New Customers
Published: November 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
SO beats Q3 estimates as revenues and earnings climb on higher power usage and customer gains.
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The Southern Company (SO) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
The Southern Company ( SO ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 30, 2025 1:00 PM EDT Company Participants Greg MacLeod - Director of Investor Relations Christopher Womack - CEO, President & Chairman David Poroch - Executive VP & CFO Conference Call Participants Steven Fleishman - Wolfe Research, LLC Carly Davenport - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division Julien Dumoulin-Smith - Jefferies LLC, Research Division Shahriar Pourreza - Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, Research Division Anthony Crowdell - Mizuho Securities USA LLC, Research Division Jeremy Tonet - JPMorgan Chase & Co, Research Division Andrew Weisel - Scotiabank Global Banking and Markets, Research …
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Southern Co. (SO) Q3 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates (Revised)
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The headline numbers for Southern Co. (SO) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended September 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.
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Southern Co. (SO) Q3 Earnings: Taking a Look at Key Metrics Versus Estimates
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The headline numbers for Southern Co. (SO) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended September 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.
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Southern Co. (SO) Q3 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Southern Co. (SO) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.6 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.5 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.43 per share a year ago.
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Southern Company Ranked as Top U.S. Energy Company in Newsweek's World's Most Trustworthy Companies 2025 List
Published: October 29, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
ATLANTA , Oct. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company is the highest-ranked U.S. energy company on Newsweek's World's Most Trustworthy Companies 2025 list. Southern Company is listed alongside a prestigious group of companies recognized for earning and maintaining the trust of customers, investors and employees around the world.
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Curious about Southern Co. (SO) Q3 Performance? Explore Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics
Published: October 27, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Get a deeper insight into the potential performance of Southern Co. (SO) for the quarter ended September 2025 by going beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining the estimates for some of its key metrics.
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Investors Heavily Search Southern Company (The) (SO): Here is What You Need to Know
Published: October 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Southern Co. (SO) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.
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Southern Company Q3 Earnings Preview: Another Beat in Store?
Published: October 24, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
SO readies Q3 results as strong regional growth meets rising cost pressures and uncertain earnings prospects.
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Southern Co. (SO) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
Published: October 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Southern Co. (SO) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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Southern Company announces quarterly dividend
Published: October 20, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
ATLANTA , Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 74 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable December 8, 2025, to shareholders of record as of November 17, 2025. Every quarter for 78 consecutive years, Southern Company has paid a dividend to its shareholders that is equal to or greater than the previous quarter.
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Georgia Power begins construction of newest battery storage system near Macon
Published: October 20, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
200 MW BESS to help deliver reliable capacity for customers and meet energy needs in the winter of 2027-2028 ATLANTA , Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today that it has started construction on a new 200-megawatt (MW) battery energy storage system (BESS) in Twiggs County, southeast of Macon, Ga. The project was selected through competitive processes resulting from the 2023 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Update and was approved for construction by the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) on Sept.
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Why Southern Co. (SO) Could Beat Earnings Estimates Again
Published: October 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Southern Co. (SO) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.
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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Utilities Stocks Now
Published: October 14, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
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Georgia Power grid emerges stronger following Hurricane Helene
Published: October 06, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Extensive damage required grid rebuilding in many areas hardest hit by historic storm; Investments continue to make grid stronger and more resilient Watch a video message from Georgia Power CEO Kim Greene marking the anniversary of Hurricane Helene on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7377673367023218688/ ATLANTA , Oct. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- One year ago, Georgia Power announced that it had largely completed immediate restoration work following Hurricane Helene with 95 percent of impacted customers restored within 8 days of the most destructive storm in the company's history. The company mobilized its largest restoration effort ever with more than 20,000 personnel responding at …
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About The Southern Company (SO)
- IPO Date 1981-12-31
- Website https://www.southerncompany.com
- Industry Regulated Electric
- CEO Christopher C. Womack
- Employees 28314