3 Utility Dividend Stocks Built to Keep Paying in Any Economy

Not every dividend stock survives a recession with its payout intact, but regulated utilities operate under a different set of rules entirely.

24/7 Wall Street • Sep 4, 2026

Forget XLU: These 3 Utility Dividend Stocks Offer More Exposure to AI

XLU gives you exposure to over 30 utilities, but the AI data-center boom is quietly concentrating inside just a handful of them, and owning the fund means paying for a lot of names that will miss the surge entirely.

24/7 Wall Street • Aug 31, 2026

I'd Rather Bet on AI's Electric Bill Than Its Chips. Here's Why.

Nvidia is seen as the AI chip winner today, but many companies are gunning for it. Electricity will be needed to power whatever AI chips are used in this technological revolution.

The Motley Fool • Aug 29, 2026

Southern's Unit Wins Regulatory Approval for OpenAI Power Deal

SO's Georgia Power wins approval for an OpenAI power deal adding 3.2 GW of demand, with flexible load and customer savings in focus.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 28, 2026

3 Time-Tested Dividend Stocks to Build Annual Income

Most dividend calendars lean so hard on utilities that a rate spike can gut your income in a single quarter.

24/7 Wall Street • Aug 27, 2026

AI Data Center Demand Isn't Slowing: Southern CEO

As the AI boom is driving one of the biggest data center buildouts in history, Southern Company CEO Chris Womack discusses the utility's growing pipeline of data center projects, its 25-year agreement supporting OpenAI's planned Georgia expansion, and why he says hyperscalers can bear the cost of new infrastructure while putting downward pressure on electricity rates for existing customers. He joins Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Tech.

Bloomberg Technology • Aug 26, 2026

Georgia Power's contract with OpenAI approved; Latest approval part of portfolio of large-load contracts delivering approximately $950 million in annual savings beginning in 2029

Large-load growth continues to provide benefits to customers with expected savings for Georgia Power customers to increase to $180 per year for the typical residential customer;  Agreement builds on company's prior base rate freeze and overall reduction in rates announced this summer ATLANTA, Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Georgia Power announced that its contract to serve OpenAI's new project in Effingham County has been approved as part of the regulatory process with the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC). This marks the latest step in the company's proactive strategy to ensure Georgia's growth benefits the customers it serves.

PRNewsWire • Aug 27, 2026

SOMN: This Backdoor Way Of Owning Southern Company Rates A Strong Buy

The Southern Company SOMN UNIT 12/15/28 offers a compelling hybrid security with a 7.125% coupon and equity upside, rated Strong Buy. Recent price weakness in SO enhances SOMN's attractiveness, especially for investors confident in SO's ability to navigate climate policy shifts. SO is investing $80 billion over five years in grid modernization, storm-hardening, and advanced technologies, positioning for future energy demand and reliability.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 25, 2026

Jacob Sonenshine Sees MU Buy Opportunity, TER & SO as Hidden AI Plays

Barron's reporter Jacob Sonenshine discusses some names he's keeping a close eye on in the coming weeks and months. He lists Southern Companies (SO) as a utility firm "putting CapEx money to work" as the AI buildout accelerates.

Georgia Power's Learning Power program marks 15 years and 1.5 million Georgia students reached

Program milestone highlights company's ongoing commitment to education and community investment ATLANTA, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today that its Learning Power program has reached a major milestone – engaging more than 1.5 million students across Georgia since 2011. The program provides free, curriculum-based resources on energy, economics, and environmental stewardship that support classroom learning and inspire future generations.

PRNewsWire • Aug 19, 2026