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25 items- PRGeorgia Power's Learning Power program marks 15 years and 1.5 million Georgia students reachedProgram milestone highlights company's ongoing commitment to education and community investmentATLANTA, 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. Celebrating 15 years in Georgia's classrooms, Learning Power delivers engaging, hands-on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities and lessons for stude
- PRGeorgia Power Generation employees keep reliable energy flowing throughout the hottest days of summerCompany recognizing importance of power plant workers in August during Generation Appreciation Month ATLANTA, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- August often includes some of the hottest days of summer, when energy demand is at its highest, and Georgia Power is committed to keeping power flowing when it matters most. Across the state, more than 1,100 power generation employees work around the clock to operate, maintain and support the company's diverse fleet of energy resources, helping keep power flowing to millions of homes and businesses. The company marks Generation Appreciation Month in August as a time to recognize the dedicated professionals who power Georgia every day, ensuring that famili
- PRSouthern Power Foundation distributes grant to Haskell County, Texas, fire departmentATLANTA, Aug. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Power, a leading U.S. wholesale energy provider and subsidiary of Southern Company, today announced that the Southern Power Foundation recently distributed a grant to the Haskell Volunteer Fire Department in Haskell County, Texas. Located near Southern Power's Millers Branch Solar Facility, the fire department used the funds to outfit a quick response brush truck, which will improve the group's ability to quickly respond to emergencies across the county."Since our founding in 2001, Southern Power has proudly served the people and communities across our footprint, and the Southern P
- PRSouthern Company announces upsize and pricing of $725 million in aggregate principal amount of Series 2026A 2.125% Convertible Senior Notes due December 15, 2027 and $1.65 billion in aggregate principal amount of Series 2026B 3.50% Convertible Senior Notes due September 15, 2029ATLANTA, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company (NYSE:SO) today announced the pricing of $725 million in aggregate principal amount of its Series 2026A 2.125% Convertible Senior Notes due December 15, 2027 (the "Series 2026A Convertible Notes") and $1.65 billion in aggregate principal amount of its Series 2026B 3.50% Convertible Senior Notes due September 15, 2029 (the "Series 2026B Convertible Notes" and, together with the Series 2026A Convertible Notes, the "Convertible Notes") in private placements to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"), reflecting upsizes of $75 m
- PRSouthern Company announces offerings of $650 million in aggregate principal amount of Convertible Senior Notes due December 15, 2027 and $1.5 billion in aggregate principal amount of Convertible Senior Notes due September 15, 2029ATLANTA, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company (NYSE:SO) today announced offerings of $650 million in aggregate principal amount of its convertible senior notes due December 15, 2027 (the "2027 Convertible Notes") and $1.5 billion in aggregate principal amount of its convertible senior notes due September 15, 2029 (the "2029 Convertible Notes" and, together with the 2027 Convertible Notes, the "Convertible Notes") in private placements to persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Securities Act"). In addition, Southern Company expects to grant the initial purchasers of the Convertible Note
- PRGeorgia Power, Department of Energy and elected officials celebrate the future of energy production at Plant BowenNorthwest Georgia power plant has served customers since 1971;Investments in efficiency and technology include advanced air emissions controls and beneficial reuse of coal ash;Company building new natural gas units totaling nearly 1,500 MW and 500 MW of battery energy storage ATLANTA, July 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Since bringing the first unit online in 1971, Plant Bowen has been an essential piece of Georgia Power's diverse generation mix, providing reliable energy for the state as it has grown over the decades, and it has become one of the most advanced coal-fired power plants in the world. Leaders from Georgia Power this week joined the Department of Energy (DOE), as well as elected offic
- PRSouthern Company reports second-quarter 2026 earningsATLANTA, July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today reported second-quarter earnings of $1.2 billion, or $1.03 per share, in 2026 compared with earnings of $0.9 billion, or $0.80 per share, in the second quarter of 2025. For the six months ended June 30, 2026, Southern Company reported earnings of $2.5 billion, or $2.24 per share, compared with $2.2 billion, or $2.01 per share, for the same period in 2025. Excluding the items described under "Net Income – Excluding Items" in the table below, Southern Company earned $1.3 billion, or $1.13 per share, during the second quarter of 2026, compared with $1.0 billion, or $0.9
- PRGeorgia Power cuts ribbon on new Moody battery energy storage facility paired with solarNewest Lowndes County facility adds 49.5 MW of flexible energy storage to gridATLANTA, July 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power leaders joined state and local elected officials, as well as community leaders, recently to celebrate the completion of one of the company's first battery energy storage systems (BESS) connected to solar. The Moody Battery Facility, located just outside of Valdosta, Ga., is capable of 49.5 megawatts (MW) of battery storage, which can be deployed back to the grid over a four-hour period. This flexible energy storage system matches the output of the nearby Moody solar facility and adds resiliency to the state's power grid.
- PRALABAMA POWER ANNOUNCES ADDITIONS TO BOARD OF DIRECTORSBIRMINGHAM, Ala., July 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Tom Hand and Mike Kemp, Sr. have been elected to the Alabama Power Board of Directors. SO), provides reliable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the state." alt="Alabama Power, a subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), provides reliable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the state."> "We are pleased to welcome Tom and Mike to our board and appreciate their willingness to serve," said Alabama Power chairman, president, and CEO Jeff Peoples. "Their strategic leadership and commitment to Alabama communities will be valuable to our board."Hand is the c
- PRSouthern Company Joins President Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge, Reinforcing Customer-First Approach to Powering GrowthCommitment reflects Southern Company's approach to growth through clear cost responsibility, enhanced grid reliability and broad-based economic and community benefitsATLANTA, July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company (NYSE:SO) announced it is joining President Donald Trump's Ratepayer Protection Pledge, underscoring the company's commitment to ensuring that America's leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced technologies delivers broad-based benefits for customers and communities. The Pledge aligns with the Southern Company system's well-established approach to serving growth in a responsible manner while m
- ANALYSTSouthern downgraded by KeyBanc Capital Markets with a new price targetKeyBanc Capital Markets downgraded Southern from Sector Weight to Underweight and set a new price target of $79.00
- PRGeorgia Power to serve OpenAI project in Effingham CountyOpenAI commits to supporting the power grid with up to 1,000 MW of flexible demand response; Lowering power use at scale will help ensure reliable electric service for all customers when demand is highest ATLANTA, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As Georgia continues to grow and attract new investment and jobs, Georgia Power continues to work to ensure that growth benefits all Georgia Power customers. Today, AI research and deployment company OpenAI announced its plans for a new project in Effingham County, Georgia – about 45 minutes outside of Savannah – which will be served by Georgia Power. The project is expected to create thousands of new jobs and billions of dollars in new investment for
- PRSouthern Company announces quarterly dividendATLANTA, July 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 76 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable September 8, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 17, 2026. Every quarter for 79 consecutive years, Southern Company has paid a dividend to its shareholders that is equal to or greater than the previous quarter.About Southern CompanySouthern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribu
- PRGeorgia Power reaffirms longstanding commitment to make growth work for customers with Customer Protection PledgePledge highlights key elements of company's industry-leading strategy that have enabled its earlier base rate freeze and will provide future savings for customers ATLANTA, July 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- With new residents moving to the state and large-energy users like data centers and manufacturers choosing Georgia, Georgia Power continues to work to ensure that growth benefits all Georgia Power customers. The company has moved quickly to anticipate and effectively manage this growth with the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC), creating an industry-leading strategy that is helping protect residential and small business customers through a comprehensive approach that has helped deliver t
- PRGeorgia Power continues to offer options to connect customers to solarNew Customer Identified Resource programs expand how commercial and industrial customers can support their sustainability efforts; Company has procured more than 2,200 megawatts of new solar in last two years through CARES program ATLANTA, June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power has opened enrollment for the new Clean and Renewable Energy Subscription Customer Identified Resource (CARES CIR) program, which the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) approved in the 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) stipulated agreement. As part of Georgia Power's commitment to clean energy, Georgia Power routinely seeks utility-scale and distributed solar generation resources through competitive reques
- PRSouthern Company second-quarter 2026 earnings to be released July 30ATLANTA, June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the second quarter of 2026 by 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, July 30, 2026. Chairman, President and CEO Christopher C. Womack and CFO David P. Poroch will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, July 30.Investors, media and the public may listen to a live webcast of the conference call at https://investor.southerncompany.com/events-and-presentations/default.aspx by clicking on the appropriate audio link. A replay of the webcast will be available at the same site for 12 months.About Southern Com
- PRGeorgia's Plant Hatch receives 20-year license renewal from the Nuclear Regulatory CommissionUnit 1 authorized to operate through 2054 and Unit 2 through 2058 ATLANTA, June 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today that the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has approved the subsequent license renewal for the Edwin I. Hatch Nuclear Plant near Baxley. The approval authorizes continued operation of the facility for an additional 20 years by extending the operating license for Plant Hatch Unit 1 through 2054 and Unit 2 through 2058 – up to 80 years of operation for each reactor. The units were originally licensed to operate in the mid-1970s, with the NRC approving a previous 20-year license extension in 2002.
- PRGeorgia Power encourages customers to prepare for hurricane seasonGrid improvements help reduce outages and speed recovery during severe weatherATLANTA, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Atlantic hurricane season is here and runs through Nov. 30. Georgia Power is encouraging customers to take simple steps now to protect their families, homes and businesses. Hurricane season can bring heavy rain, strong winds and flooding to both coastal and inland communities. While the National Weather Service predicts a below-normal hurricane season due to a strengthening El Niño driving more unfavorable conditions for hurricane formation in the Atlantic basi
- PRGeorgia Power names Anthony Oni as vice president of Corporate AffairsATLANTA, June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today that Anthony Oni has joined the company as vice president of Corporate Affairs. In this role, Oni will lead the company's overall communications function, including media relations, social and digital media, branding and advertising, employee communications and more. "Anthony brings a combination of deep utility experience, innovation leadership, and credibility across communications, brand, and stakeholder engagement to his new leadership role at Georgia Power," said Trey Kilpatrick, senior vice president of ex
- PRGeorgia PSC approves plan to lower overall rates, deliver annual savings of $50 per year for Georgia Power residential customersRate decrease will be effective beginning next month; Total annual savings for all customers of approximately $285 million ATLANTA, May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) today approved a plan to lower overall rates for customers and deliver annual savings of approximately $50 per year, or $4.04 per month, for the typical residential customer using an average of 1,000 kilowatt-hours a month. Total annual savings for all Georgia Power customers will amount to approximately $285 million. Today's vote by the Georgia PSC follows a stipulated agreeme
- PRBeth Lowry named to Georgia Power Board of DirectorsATLANTA, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today that Beth Lowry has been elected to the company's board of directors. Lowry currently serves as president and CEO of Holder Construction Company, a $10 billion construction services firm founded in 1960 and based in Atlanta. Holder is a national commercial contractor with offices nationwide specializing in data centers, aviation, corporate and commercial offices, science and technology buildings, advanced manufacturing, and adaptive reuse. Lowry's career with Holder started in 1994 when she joined the company a
- PRGeorgia Power shares tips, tools and free resources to reduce energy use this summerSavings 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 begin to rise across Georgia heading into the heat of summer, Georgia Power is encouraging customers to take advantage of free and low-cost energy-efficiency resources that are available to help keep homes comfortable, while managing energy use. By taking small, proactive steps, customers can better manage energy use during the hottest months of the year while maintaining comfort at
- PRGeorgia 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 natural gas usage carbon neutral, reached a new milestone of over 1 billion pounds of carbon emissions offset from the atmosphere. Using the EPA's Greenhouse Gas calculator, that amount is equivalent to recycling more than 20,000 garbage truckloads of waste instead of sending them to a landfill. GNG customers participating in Greener Life help support Green‑e® certified carbon offset p
- PRNew stipulated agreement offers $285 million in annual savings for Georgia Power customers starting this summerSavings of approximately $4 per month for the typical residential customer expected in June; Agreement subject to review and approval by the Georgia Public Service CommissionATLANTA, 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 si
- PRNYSE Content Update: Stocktwits Cashtag Awards Takes Place at NYSE TodayNYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor.NEW YORK, May 4, 2026 /CNW/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on May 4thStocks are down Monday morning after President Trump announced over the weekend that 'Project Freedom' would get underway in the Strait of Hormuz today.The Stocktwits Cashtag Awards will be in the spotlight at the NYSE this evening, honoring innovators in finance.The ETF CRTR Economy, which aims to drive awareness of th
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7 questionsWhat does Southern Company do?
The Southern Company, through its subsidiaries, engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. It operates in four segments: Gas Distribution Operations, Gas Pipeline Investments, Wholesale Gas Services, and Gas Marketing Services. The company also constructs, acquires, owns, and manages power generation assets, including renewable energy and battery energy storage projects and sells electricity in the wholesale market; and distributes natural gas in Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, and Tennessee, as well as provides gas marketing services, wholesale gas services, and...Where does SO stock trade?
Southern Company (SO) is listed on NYSE.What sector and industry is SO in?
Southern Company operates in the Utilities sector, Electric Utilities: Central industry.Does SO pay a dividend?
SO's most recent ex-dividend date was 2026-08-17 with a cash dividend of $0.76 per share. No future ex-date is on file yet.What are analysts saying about SO?
Southern Company has had 8 recent analyst actions on file. The most recent action was from KeyBanc Capital Markets: Underweight on 2026-07-23.What companies are similar to SO?
Notable peers in the same industry include CEG (Constellation Energy Corporation), D (Dominion Energy Inc.), ETR (Entergy Corporation), VST (Vistra Corp.), AEP (American Electric Power Company Inc.). Compare SO side-by-side with any of them on Quantisnow.How can I track SO on Quantisnow?
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