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Market cap
$105.70B
EPS
3.91
P/E ratio
23.8
Price to sales
3.48
Dividend yield
3.245%
Beta
0.3655
Previous close
$93.14
Today's open
$93.11
Day's range
$92.81 - $93.69
52 week range
$83.09 - $100.84
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CEO
Christopher C. Womack
Employees
28000
Headquarters
Atlanta, GA
Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Shares outstanding
1.13B
Issue type
Common Stock
Utilities
Regulated Utilities
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 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power and the Public Interest Advocacy (PIA) Staff of the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) have reached a stipulated agreement in two cases originally filed with the Georgia PSC in February – the Fuel Cost Recovery (Docket 56765) case and Storm Cost Recovery (Docket 44280) case. The cases sought to recover the cost of fuel to operate power generation plants to serve customers and to recover costs to quickly and safely restore electric service following storms of all sizes, notably the historic Hurricane Helene in 2024.
PRNewsWire • May 12, 2026

Southern Company Q1 Earnings Beat on Rising Power Usage
SO beat Q1 EPS and revenues as weather-normal sales rose, led by a 42% surge in data center usage.
Zacks Investment Research • May 8, 2026

Is Most-Watched Stock Southern Company (The) (SO) Worth Betting on Now?
Zacks.com users have recently been watching Southern Co. (SO) quite a bit. Thus, it is worth knowing the facts that could determine the stock's prospects.
Zacks Investment Research • May 7, 2026

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 transform our city into a global media hub and whose legacy resonates far beyond our region. Many people knew Ted as a pioneer in media and broadcasting, but he was also a passionate advocate for environmental stewardship, working alongside Southern Company to help pioneer the development of utility-scale solar energy.
PRNewsWire • May 6, 2026

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, Georgia Power is encouraging customers across the state to take steps now to stay safe and be prepared for severe weather, including thunderstorms that can bring heavy rain, lightning, strong winds and potential power outages. While forecasts predict strong a line of strong storms moving through Georgia tonight and tomorrow, the company emphasizes that spring and summer weather can be unpredictable and preparation is key this time of year.
PRNewsWire • May 6, 2026

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 NYSE Trading Floor.
PRNewsWire • May 4, 2026

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.
Reuters • Apr 30, 2026

The Southern Company (SO) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
The Southern Company (SO) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Seeking Alpha • Apr 30, 2026

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, in the first quarter of 2025. Excluding the items described under "Net Income – Excluding Items" in the table below, Southern Company earned $1.5 billion, or $1.32 per share, during the first quarter of 2026, compared with $1.4 billion, or $1.23 per share, during the first quarter of 2025.
PRNewsWire • Apr 30, 2026

Southern Co. (SO) Q1 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates
Southern Co. (SO) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.32 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.21 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.23 per share a year ago.
Zacks Investment Research • Apr 30, 2026

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