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.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 12, 2025

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.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 11, 2025

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.

Seeking Alpha • Dec 11, 2025

Stipulated agreement reached to help keep electricity affordable and meet future energy demand in Georgia

Georgia PSC scheduled to vote on agreement this month to deliver estimated savings of approximately $102 per year for the typical residential customer ATLANTA , Dec. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Good news for Georgia families and businesses: Georgia Power has reached an agreement with the Public Interest Advocacy (PIA) Staff of the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) that, if approved, will help lower energy costs—all while meeting growing electricity demand across the state. The company announced today it has reached the stipulated agreement with the PIA Staff, which is designed to allow the company to meet the projected rapidly increasing demand for electricity in the state while also keeping costs low for customers.

PRNewsWire • Dec 10, 2025

Here's Why Southern Co. (SO) is a Strong Growth Stock

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Zacks Investment Research • Dec 10, 2025

Top 3 Utilities Stocks That May Rocket Higher In Q4

The most oversold stocks in the utilities sector presents an opportunity to buy into undervalued companies.

Benzinga • Dec 10, 2025

South Metro Atlanta communities to benefit from new transmission infrastructure projects including Ashley Park-Wansley line

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.

PRNewsWire • Dec 8, 2025

10 Energy Stocks to Buy Right Now

Data center power demand is projected to grow by 160% by 2030, creating unprecedented opportunities for energy infrastructure companies. Nuclear power is experiencing a renaissance as hyperscalers seek 24/7 carbon-free electricity for AI workloads.

The Motley Fool • Dec 7, 2025

Southern Company Foundation Awards $3M for HBCU Endowed Professorships

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.

GlobeNewsWire • Dec 4, 2025

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.

Zacks Investment Research • Dec 3, 2025