The Southern Company (SO)

NYSE: SO · Real-Time Price · USD
94.55
+0.31 (0.33%)
At close: May 22, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
93.63
-0.92 (-0.97%)
After-hours: May 22, 2026, 7:59 PM EDT
Market Cap106.59B +7.4%
Revenue (ttm)30.18B +8.3%
Net Income4.36B -5.3%
EPS3.91 -6.1%
Shares Out 1.13B
PE Ratio24.15
Forward PE20.62
Dividend$3.04 (3.22%)
Ex-Dividend DateMay 18, 2026
Volume3,396,108
Open94.49
Previous Close94.24
Day's Range93.77 - 94.80
52-Week Range83.80 - 100.84
Beta0.36
AnalystsHold
Price Target101.50 (+7.35%)
Earnings DateApr 30, 2026

About SO

The Southern Company, through its subsidiaries, engages in the sale of electricity. The company offers electric service to retail customers and wholesale customers; and energy-related products and services to natural gas choice markets. It also develops, constructs, acquires, owns, operates, and manages power generation assets, as well as battery energy storage projects; sells electricity at market-based rates in the wholesale market; and deploys microgrids for commercial, industrial, governmental, and utility customers. In addition, the compan... [Read more]

Sector Utilities
Founded 1945
Employees 29,800
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol SO
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, The Southern Company's revenue was $29.55 billion, an increase of 10.59% compared to the previous year's $26.72 billion. Earnings were $4.34 billion, a decrease of -1.36%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 24 analysts, the average rating for SO stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $101.5, which is an increase of 7.35% from the latest price.

Price Target
$101.5
(7.35% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

Georgia Power shares tips, tools and free resources to reduce energy use this summer

Savings of approximately $4 per month for the typical residential customer expected in June if approved by the Georgia Public Service Commission ATLANTA, May 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As temperatures b...

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1 day ago - PRNewsWire

Georgia Natural Gas® Reaches 1 Billion Pounds of Carbon Offsets Through Greener Life®

ATLANTA, May 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Natural Gas® (GNG) announced today that its Greener Life® program, which helps customers protect the environment by offsetting emissions to make their nat...

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3 days ago - PRNewsWire

The Southern Company Transcript: AGM 2026

The meeting featured strong financial results, major infrastructure investments, and a 25th consecutive annual dividend increase. All board nominees and company proposals passed with high support, while stockholder proposals on governance, data center costs, and climate due diligence were rejected.

10 days ago - Transcripts

New stipulated agreement offers $285 million in annual savings for Georgia Power customers starting this summer

Savings of approximately $4 per month for the typical residential customer expected in June; Agreement subject to review and approval by the Georgia Public Service Commission ATLANTA, May 12, 2026 /PR...

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11 days ago - PRNewsWire

Southern Company Chairman, President and CEO Chris Womack Regarding the Passing of Ted Turner

ATLANTA, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company Chairman, President and CEO Chris Womack said: "Ted Turner was a visionary who called Atlanta home—an entrepreneur whose bold ideas helped transfo...

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17 days ago - PRNewsWire

Georgia Power encourages customers to be storm ready this May

With storms expected this week, company provides tips and resources to stay connected and informed ATLANTA, May 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As temperatures heat up and summer storm season approaches, Geor...

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17 days ago - PRNewsWire

The Southern Company Proxy statement: Proxy filing

The Southern Company filed a proxy statement on May 5, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.

18 days ago - Filings

NYSE Content Update: Stocktwits Cashtag Awards Takes Place at NYSE Today

NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK, May 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYS...

Other symbols: MASO
19 days ago - PRNewsWire

The Southern Company Earnings Call Transcript: Q1 2026

Q1 2026 adjusted EPS exceeded estimates, driven by strong customer and data center growth, with over 11 GW of large load contracts signed and robust capital investment underway. Rate stability and a $26.5B DOE loan support long-term value and customer savings.

23 days ago - Transcripts

The Southern Company Quarterly report: Q1 2026

The Southern Company has published its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report on April 30, 2026.

23 days ago - Filings

The Southern Company Slides: Q1 2026

The Southern Company has posted slides in relation to its Q1 2026 quarterly earnings report, which was published on April 30, 2026.

23 days ago - Filings

The Southern Company Earnings release: Q1 2026

The Southern Company released its Q1 2026 earnings on April 30, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

23 days ago - Filings

Southern Co beats first-quarter profit estimates as power demand soars

Southern Co beat analysts' estimates for first-quarter profit on Thursday, helped by an ​increase in power demand.

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23 days ago - Reuters

Southern Company reports first-quarter 2026 earnings

ATLANTA, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today reported first-quarter earnings of $1.4 billion, or $1.21 per share, in 2026 compared with earnings of $1.3 billion, or $1.21 per share, ...

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23 days ago - PRNewsWire

Georgia Power continues to plan for additional generation to meet the energy needs of a growing Georgia

Latest filing with Georgia PSC requests 2,000 to 6,000 MW of new resources through competitive RFP by the end of 2033; Certification of an additional 385 MW of new solar resources under CARES 2023 pro...

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4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Southern Company increases dividend for 25th consecutive year

The company is increasing its dividend by 8 cents per share on an annualized basis to a rate of $3.04 per share. ATLANTA, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quar...

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4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

PowerSecure to deliver advanced energy storage and solar for PRECorp, strengthening rural grid resiliency

DURHAM, N.C., April 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PowerSecure, a subsidiary of Southern Company and a leading provider of resilient, innovative energy solutions, is collaborating with Powder River Energy C...

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5 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Georgia Natural Gas® celebrates Earth Day and invites Atlanta to free electronics recycling event at Lenox Square

The company marks 16 years of Earth Day leadership and nearly 1 billion ‑ pounds of carbon offset through Greener Life® ATLANTA, April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- During Earth Week, Georgia residents and...

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5 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

U.S. Soccer Federation and Georgia Power partner to expand access and opportunity through the Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center

New adaptive Power Soccer and Futsal Court underscores commitment to accessibility and inclusion ATLANTA, April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Soccer and Georgia Power today announced that Georgia Powe...

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5 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

This Utility Could Be the Next Dividend Aristocrat. It May Return 10% This Year.

Southern Co. is nearing eligibility for the Dividend Aristocrats index, and steady earnings growth plus a 3% yield could drive solid returns.

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6 weeks ago - Barrons

Georgia Power highlights career opportunities during Lineworker Appreciation Month

Company hired over 200 lineworkers in 2025 with plans to add more critical jobs in 2026 amid unprecedented growth ATLANTA, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power, the state's leading electric uti...

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6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Georgia Power continues focus on improving reliability through Grid Investment Program

Company completes 100+ grid projects and major system upgrades statewide in 2025 ATLANTA, April 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As access to reliable and affordable energy continues to drive economic growth i...

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6 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

The Southern Company Proxy statement: Proxy filing

The Southern Company filed a proxy statement on April 3, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.

7 weeks ago - Filings

The Southern Company Proxy statement: Proxy filing

The Southern Company filed a proxy statement on April 3, 2026, providing details for shareholder voting and corporate governance matters.

7 weeks ago - Filings

Georgia Power begins construction of newest battery storage system in Wadley, Ga.

Company to build 260 MW BESS to meet growing energy needs ATLANTA, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power recently started construction on a new 260 megawatt (MW) battery energy storage system (...

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7 weeks ago - PRNewsWire