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SO.US
The Southern Company, through its subsidiaries, engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. The company develops, constructs, acquires, owns, and manages power generation assets, including renewable energy projects and sells electricity in the wholesale market; distributes natural gas in Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, and Tennessee; operates, constructs, and maintains approximately 78,500 miles of natural gas pipelines and 14 storage facilities; and provides gas marketing services, as well as electric services to retail customers. It also offers distributed energy and resilience solutions, and digital wireless communications and fiber optics services, as well as deploys microgrids for commercial, industrial, governmental, utility customers. The Southern Company was incorporated in 1946 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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05/12/2025 Update
C
Electric UtilitiesIndustry
Industry Ranking6/45
Industry medianC
Industry averageC
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  • Profit ScoreB
    • ROE13.06%B
    • Profit Margin15.42%A
    • Gross Margin55.02%B
  • Growth ScoreC
    • Revenue YoY9.40%B
    • Net Profit YoY-5.57%C
    • Total Assets YoY6.45%B
    • Net Assets YoY3.71%C
  • Cash ScoreB
    • Cash Flow Margin648.42%C
    • OCF YoY9.40%B
  • Operating ScoreD
    • Turnover0.19D
  • Debt ScoreE
    • Gearing Ratio75.02%E

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    DevvStream and Southern Announce Plans to Combine and Form Nasdaq-Listed Company

    DevvStream and Southern plan to merge and form a Nasdaq-listed company focused on producing sustainable aviation fuel and green methanol. The merger involves Sierra Merger Sub, Inc. and requires remaining approvals and a successful bond issuance. The structure aims to provide non-recourse financing while protecting equity value. Final bond terms depend on market conditions and further approvals.

    Reuters·
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    Southern Company Foundation Awards $3M for HBCU Endowed Professorships

    Southern Company Foundation awarded $3 million for endowed professorships in sustainability at six HBCUs. The initiative aims to enhance sustainability-related academic programs and research. Hampton University, Morehouse College, Tennessee State University, and Virginia State University received $500,000 each in the second cycle. The program supports HBCU students with internships, scholarships, and career coaching.

    fidelity·
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    Southern Co. Stock Underperforms Wednesday When Compared To Competitors

    Southern Co. (SO) shares fell 1.19% to $87.98 on Wednesday, underperforming compared to competitors. The S&P 500 Index rose 0.30% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.86%. Southern Co. is 12.75% below its 52-week high of $100.84. Competitors' performance: NextEra Energy Inc. (NEE) rose 0.44%, Dominion Energy Inc. (D) fell 0.53%, and American Electric Power Co. Inc. (AEP) fell 0.98%. Trading volume was 9.2M, above the 50-day average of 5.7M.

    Dow Jones·
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    SO
    -0.74%
    Dow Jones·
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    Alabama Power Freezes Rates Ahead of 2026 Election Cycle

    The Alabama Public Service Commission approved Alabama Power's proposal to freeze electric rates until the end of 2027. This move aims to provide rate stability for customers and is seen as a strategic regulatory de-risking initiative by Southern Company ahead of the 2026 election cycle.

    Fact Set·
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    SO
    -0.74%
    Fact Set·
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    Southern Company Pledges Steady Customer Rates Through 2027

    Southern Company's subsidiary, Alabama Power, has committed to maintaining steady customer rates through 2027, absorbing future costs to ensure affordability. This pledge, announced during the Alabama Public Service Commission meeting, aims to provide financial certainty for families and businesses amidst rising living costs. The company also highlights its efforts to reduce operating expenses and offers tools to help customers manage their bills.

    TradingView·
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    SO
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    TradingView·
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