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 gas pipeline investments operations. It owns and/or operates 30 hydroelectric generating stations, 24 fossil fuel generating stations, 3 nuclear generating stations, 13 combined cycle/cogeneration stations, 44 solar facilities, 13 wind facilities, 1 fuel cell facility, and 1 battery storage facility; and constructs, operates, and maintains 75,924 miles of natural gas pipelines and 14 storage facilities with total capacity of 157 Bcf to provide natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The company serves approximately 8.6 million electric and gas utility customers. It also provides products and services in the areas of energy efficiency, and utility infrastructure. In addition, the company offers digital wireless communications and fiber optics services. The Southern Company was incorporated in 1945 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
IPO Year:
Exchange: NYSE
Website: southerncompany.com
| Date | Price Target | Rating | Analyst |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6/13/2025 | $98.00 | Outperform | Raymond James |
| 6/5/2025 | $100.00 | Hold → Buy | Jefferies |
| 5/14/2025 | $78.00 | Sector Weight → Underweight | KeyBanc Capital Markets |
| 4/8/2025 | $94.00 | Underweight → Neutral | Analyst |
| 1/23/2025 | Buy → Neutral | Guggenheim | |
| 9/20/2024 | $94.00 | Hold | Jefferies |
| 9/16/2024 | $90.00 | Outperform → Neutral | Mizuho |
| 8/2/2024 | Outperform → Peer Perform | Wolfe Research | |
| 4/4/2024 | Buy → Neutral | UBS | |
| 1/11/2024 | $72.00 → $77.00 | Market Perform → Outperform | BMO Capital Markets |
Insider transactions reveal critical sentiment about the company from key stakeholders. See them live in this feed.
4 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Issuer)
4 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Issuer)
4 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Issuer)
4 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Issuer)
4 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Issuer)
4 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Issuer)
4 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Issuer)
4 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Issuer)
4 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Issuer)
4 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Issuer)
Analyst ratings in real time. Analyst ratings have a very high impact on the underlying stock. See them live in this feed.
Raymond James initiated coverage of Southern with a rating of Outperform and set a new price target of $98.00
Jefferies upgraded Southern from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $100.00
KeyBanc Capital Markets downgraded Southern from Sector Weight to Underweight and set a new price target of $78.00
Analyst upgraded Southern from Underweight to Neutral and set a new price target of $94.00
Guggenheim downgraded Southern from Buy to Neutral
Jefferies initiated coverage of Southern with a rating of Hold and set a new price target of $94.00
Mizuho downgraded Southern from Outperform to Neutral and set a new price target of $90.00
Wolfe Research downgraded Southern from Outperform to Peer Perform
UBS downgraded Southern from Buy to Neutral
BMO Capital Markets upgraded Southern from Market Perform to Outperform and set a new price target of $77.00 from $72.00 previously
Fastest customizable press release news feed in the world
Company's first new natural gas project in more than a decade will help meet growing energy demand; New Advanced Class Heavy Duty Mitsubishi Power turbines assembled in Savannah and delivered via rail and truck ATLANTA, Aug. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power, alongside Mitsubishi Power, announced today that it has received delivery of the first of three new state-of-the-art simple cycle gas combustion turbines at Plant Yates in Coweta County, Georgia, about an hour southwest of Atlanta. Assembled at Mitsubishi Power's Savannah Machinery Works facility, the turbine was transported to the site using both rail and truck, weighs nearly 350 tons, and is 50 feet long and 18 feet wide. The new
ATLANTA, Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today that it has elected Valerie Montgomery Rice, MD, FACOG, to the company's board of directors. Montgomery Rice currently serves as the president and CEO of Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), an institution she has served since 2011. A renowned infertility specialist and researcher, she was the first woman named to lead the freestanding medical institution, which is among the nation's leading educators of primary care physicians and recognized as the top institution among U.S. medical schools for social missions.
GULFPORT, Miss., Aug. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mississippi Power announced today that Pedro Cherry has been elected chairman and CEO by the company's board of directors. Cherry was named president of Mississippi Power in March, becoming the company's 14th president in its 100-year history. Cherry started this role following Anthony Wilson's retirement announcement. Wilson completed his time as chairman and CEO this week after more than 40 years of service to Mississippi Power and Southern Company. "It's been an honor working alongside Anthony over the last few months during thi
Emrich will lead customer and sales organizations at Southern Company's wireless telecommunications subsidiary ATLANTA, July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Linc announced today that Adam Emrich has been named Vice President of Customer Solutions and Sales, effective August 2 by the Southern Linc Board of Directors. A subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE:SO), Southern Linc provides mission critical LTE wireless services to Southern Company subsidiaries including its electric and gas utilities and to public sector customers in Alabama, Georgia and southeast Mississippi. In hi
Expansion of diverse energy mix designed to reliably, economically meet energy needs of a growing Georgia; Projects follow 2022/2025 Integrated Resource Plans and include natural gas turbines, battery energy storage systems, and battery energy storage systems plus solar ATLANTA, July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today that it has requested certification [link to filing] from the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) of new resources totaling approximately 9,900-megawatts (MW) to meet the energy needs of a growing Georgia. The majority of resources - approximately 8,000 MW - submitted to the Georgia PSC this week were chosen from bids submitted in an "all-source" reques
ATLANTA, July 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today reported second-quarter earnings of $0.9 billion, or $0.80 per share, in 2025 compared with earnings of $1.2 billion, or $1.10 per share, in the second quarter of 2024. For the six months ended June 30, 2025, Southern Company reported earnings of $2.2 billion, or $2.01 per share, compared with $2.3 billion, or $2.13 per share, for the same period in 2024. Excluding the items described under "Net Income – Excluding Items" in the table below, Southern Company earned $1.0 billion, or $0.92 per share, during the second
Aaron Abramovitz will be Southern Company senior vice president of finance and treasurer ATLANTA, July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power's Board of Directors has elected Tyler Cook as senior vice president, chief financial officer and treasurer of Georgia Power, effective July 31, 2025. In her new role, Cook will be responsible for overseeing the company's accounting and financial functions. The move comes after the announcement that the company's current executive vice president, chief financial officer and treasurer, Aaron Abramovitz, will move to Georgia Power's parent
ATLANTA, July 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced two key leadership moves in its Accounting, Finance, and Treasury organization. Matt Kim, senior vice president of finance and treasurer of Southern Company, has been named senior vice president, comptroller, and chief accounting officer, and Aaron Abramovitz, executive vice president, CFO, and treasurer of Georgia Power Company, will become senior vice president of finance and treasurer for Southern Company, both effective July 31. Kim will be responsible for the company's accounting policy and research,
ATLANTA, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company announced today that Hans Brown has been named executive vice president & Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO), effective July 31. Brown will lead Southern Company's technology strategy and digital transformation efforts, leveraging his extensive experience in global technology and innovation. He will play a vital role in how the company continues working to embrace technology, data and analytics, AI, and innovation to best meet customers' changing needs and continue to grow and improve our company. Brown joins Sou
ATLANTA, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Southern Company today announced the election of John M. Turner, Jr. as an independent director, effective Sept. 1, 2025. "I'm pleased to welcome John to the Southern Company Board of Directors," said Chris Womack, chairman, president, and CEO of Southern Company. "As we work to meet the incredible demand we're seeing and build the future of energy, his shared belief in a customer-centric approach, emphasizing affordability, service, and integrity, aligns perfectly with Southern Company's core values. His extensi
CERT - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Filer)
8-A12B - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Filer)
8-K - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Filer)
FWP - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Subject)
424B5 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Filer)
8-K - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Filer)
8-K - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Filer)
FWP - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Subject)
424B5 - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Filer)
11-K - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Filer)
This live feed shows all institutional transactions in real time.
SC 13G/A - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Subject)
SC 13G - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Subject)
SC 13G/A - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Subject)
SC 13G - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Subject)
SC 13G/A - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Subject)
SC 13G/A - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Subject)
SC 13G/A - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Subject)
SC 13G/A - SOUTHERN CO (0000092122) (Subject)
Live Leadership Updates
GULFPORT, Miss., Aug. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mississippi Power announced today that Pedro Cherry has been elected chairman and CEO by the company's board of directors. Cherry was named president of Mississippi Power in March, becoming the company's 14th president in its 100-year history. Cherry started this role following Anthony Wilson's retirement announcement. Wilson completed his time as chairman and CEO this week after more than 40 years of service to Mississippi Power and Southern Company. "It's been an honor working alongside Anthony over the last few months during thi
ATLANTA, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company announced today that Hans Brown has been named executive vice president & Chief Information Technology Officer (CITO), effective July 31. Brown will lead Southern Company's technology strategy and digital transformation efforts, leveraging his extensive experience in global technology and innovation. He will play a vital role in how the company continues working to embrace technology, data and analytics, AI, and innovation to best meet customers' changing needs and continue to grow and improve our company. Brown joins Sou
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX/NYSE:AQN) ("AQN", "Algonquin" or the "Company") today announced the appointment of Noel Black as Chief Regulatory and External Affairs Officer, effective June 30. In this newly created role, Mr. Black will lead the Company's regulatory strategy, government and stakeholder relations, and external communications functions. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, he will drive enterprise strategy and alignment, working closely with regulatory commissions, policymakers, community leaders, and other external stakeholders, to advance Algonquin's pure-play utility objectives. "Noel brings a rare combination of regulatory fluency, public affairs a
National industry recognition from Edison Electric Institute highlights exceptional response to Hurricane Helene in 2024; Georgia Power hiring hundreds of new lineworkers in coming years as Georgia grows ATLANTA, April 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power, the state's leading electric utility serving 2.8 million customers, is joining other utilities across the country in marking April as Lineworker Appreciation Month. This April, the company is highlighting the work of local power crews during Hurricane Helene in 2024 and celebrating the recent recognition by Edison Electric Institute (EEI) with its Emergency Recovery Award, commending the company's exceptional efforts to swiftly restore se
March 11 marked as Georgia Linemen Day by Senate Resolution 253 ATLANTA, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power today joined state lawmakers for a special event at the Georgia State Capitol alongside dozens of lineworkers, representatives from the state's electric membership corporations (EMCs) and municipal electric providers. During the event, Senator John Kennedy read and signed Senate Resolution 253, recognizing March 11, 2025 as Georgia Linemen Day, acknowledging lineworkers for their sacrifices during Hurricane Helene – which was the most destructive storm in Georgia Power's more than 140-year history. Senate Resolution 253 (available in full here) highlights that "Hurricane Hel
GULFPORT, Miss., March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mississippi Power announced today that Pedro Cherry has been named president of the company with Anthony Wilson continuing in his roles of chairman and CEO until summer. Cherry has worked in the energy industry for 30 years and been a part of the Southern Company system for nearly 25 years. He previously served as president and CEO of both Atlanta Gas Light and Chattanooga Gas, two southern region natural gas utilities that serve approximately 1.8 million customers in two states. "I am excited to join Mississippi Power during the
ATLANTA, Feb. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Southern Company today announced the election of James O. (Jimmy) Etheredge as an independent director, effective Apr. 1, 2025. Board committee assignments have not yet been determined. "Jimmy's extensive leadership experience makes him an invaluable addition to our board," said Southern Company chairman, president, and CEO Chris Womack. "His proven track record in leading large teams, discovering innovative solutions, and understanding various industry sectors, including utilities, aligns with our company's obje
ATLANTA, Jan. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company Gas today announced its board of directors has elected Stephen Edwards, chief executive officer and executive director of the Virginia Port Authority, and A. Benjamin Spencer, dean of the William & Mary Law School, to join the company's board, effective Jan. 1, 2025. "We are honored to have Stephen and Ben join our board of directors," said Southern Company Gas Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer James Y. (Jim) Kerr II. "With their experience and proven leadership, I am confident they will help us continue to s
John W. Rogers Jr., Chairman and co-CEO of Ariel Investments, LLC, to join the EOC Management Committee as Chair, plus Edison International, Exelon Corporation, and Southern Company join Xcel Energy, Micron, and Air Products to help expand U.S. procurement and supply chain opportunities for small and historically underutilized businesses NEW YORK, July 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rockefeller Foundation announced today that John W. Rogers Jr., Chairman and co-CEO of Ariel Investments, LLC, has joined the Economic Opportunity Coalition's (EOC) Management Committee as Chair. In addition, the EOC is an innovative initiative that has received new procurement commitments from Edison International
Partnership with Georgia's technical colleges helping bring new professionals to field;Company expects to hire 170 lineworkers annually in coming years ATLANTA, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- April is designated nationally as Lineworker Appreciation Month – a time to recognize and celebrate the thousands of lineworkers who work around the clock to keep the lights on for electric customers. This month, Georgia Power is highlighting the successful, forward-thinking collaboration between the company and Georgia's technical colleges to recruit, train and employ the next generation of this critical workforce. For more than a century, Georgia Power has provided high-qu
Live finance-specific insights
ATLANTA, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 74 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable September 8, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 18, 2025. Every quarter for 78 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. Providing clean, safe, reliab
ATLANTA, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the second quarter of 2025 by 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, July 31, 2025. Chairman, President and CEO Christopher C. Womack and CFO Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, July 31. 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 avail
ATLANTA, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced it is increasing its dividend by 8 cents per share on an annualized basis to a rate of $2.96 per share. This marks the 77th consecutive year that Southern Company has paid a dividend on its common stock that is equal to or greater than the previous quarter. Additionally, this is the 24th consecutive year the company has raised its dividend. Southern Company also announced a regular quarterly dividend – including an increase of 2 cents per share over the prior quarter – of 74 cents per share, payable June
ATLANTA, March 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the first quarter of 2025 by 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, May 1, 2025. Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Christopher C. Womack and Chief Financial Officer Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, May 1. 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 CompanySouthern Company (NYSE
ATLANTA, Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 72 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable March 6, 2025, to shareholders of record as of February 18, 2025. Every quarter for 77 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. Providing clean, safe, reliable
ATLANTA, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the fourth quarter of 2024 by 7:30 a.m. EST on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Chairman, president and CEO Christopher C. Womack and CFO Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. EST on Thursday, February 20. 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 wil
ATLANTA, Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 72 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable December 6, 2024, to shareholders of record as of November 18, 2024. Every quarter for 77 consecutive years, Southern Company has paid a dividend to its shareholders that is equal to or greater than the previous quarter. About Southern Company Southern Company (NYSE:SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, relia
ATLANTA, Oct. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the third quarter of 2024 by 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, October 31, 2024. Southern Company Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer Christopher C. Womack and Chief Financial Officer Daniel S. Tucker will discuss earnings during a conference call for financial analysts at 1 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 31. 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 cli
SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Southern Company: 23 Consecutive Years of Dividend Increases Southern Company (NYSE:SO) is an energy company providing electric and gas service to nine million customers across the United States. Click to view the SO Fact Sheet Click to view the SO Investor Presentation Advisor Access spoke with Southern Company's chairman, president and CEO, Chris Womack, about the company's business model, culture and plans for future growth. Advisor Access: For readers unfamiliar with Southern Company, would you share an overview of the company? Chris Womack: Southern Company is one of the largest utility holding companies in the United States. We
ATLANTA, July 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 72 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable September 6, 2024, to shareholders of record as of August 19, 2024. Every quarter for 76 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. Providing clean, safe, reliabl