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SO - Southern Company - Stock Price & Dividends

Exchange: USA Stocks • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US8425871071

Electricity, Natural Gas, Renewable Energy

The Southern Company is a leading energy provider that generates, transmits, and distributes electricity to millions of customers across the United States. Through its subsidiaries, the company develops, constructs, and manages a diverse range of power generation assets, including renewable energy projects such as solar and wind farms, as well as traditional facilities like nuclear, coal, and hydroelectric power plants.

In addition to electricity generation, the company is also a major player in the natural gas market, distributing gas to customers in Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, and Tennessee. It provides a range of gas-related services, including gas marketing, distribution operations, and pipeline investments. The company's extensive network of natural gas pipelines spans over 77,900 miles, with 14 storage facilities capable of holding up to 157 billion cubic feet of gas.

The Southern Company serves a vast customer base of approximately 8.9 million electric and gas utility customers, providing them with reliable and efficient energy solutions. The company is also at the forefront of innovation, developing distributed energy and resilience solutions, as well as deploying microgrids for commercial, industrial, governmental, and utility customers. Furthermore, it offers digital wireless communications and fiber optics services, making it a one-stop-shop for customers' energy and communication needs.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, The Southern Company has a rich history dating back to 1945. With a strong commitment to delivering value to its customers, the company continues to evolve and adapt to the changing energy landscape, investing in new technologies and sustainable practices to ensure a brighter energy future.

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SO Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD	89,497m
Sector	Utilities
Industry	Utilities - Regulated Electric
GiC SubIndustry	Electric Utilities
TER	0.00%
IPO / Inception	1981-12-31

SO Stock Ratings

Growth 5y	64.2
Fundamental	-11.3
Dividend	64.4
Rel. Performance vs Sector	0.28
Analysts	3.76/5
Fair Price Momentum	85.58 USD
Fair Price DCF	-

SO Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m	3.43%
Yield on Cost 5y	6.16%
Dividends CAGR 5y	2.48%
Payout Consistency	99.6%

SO Growth Ratios

Growth 12m	18.20%
Growth Correlation 12m	61%
Growth Correlation 3m	50%
CAGR 5y	12.37%
CAGR/Mean DD 5y	1.45
Sharpe Ratio 12m	0.73
Alpha vs SP500 12m	-0.07
Beta vs SP500 5y weekly	0.83
ValueRay RSI	79.24
Volatility GJR Garch 1y	16.37%
Price / SMA 50	3.84%
Price / SMA 200	15.2%
Current Volume	4010.1k
Average Volume 20d	3284.4k

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What is the price of SO stocks?
As of July 27, 2024, the stock is trading at USD 82.17 with a total of 4,010,104 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by +0.95%, over one month by +5.06%, over three months by +13.27% and over the past year by +18.22%.

What are the forecast for SO stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, SO Southern Company will be worth about 92.5 in July 2025. The stock is currently trading at 82.17. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +12.57%.

Issuer	Forecast	Upside
Wallstreet Target Price	78.7	-4.17
Analysts Target Price	72.7	-11.5
ValueRay Target Price	92.5	12.6

The History, Business, and Market Status of Southern Company (NYSE:SO)

History of Southern Company

Founded in 1945, Southern Company has grown into one of the leading energy providers in the United States. It started with a simple mission to provide electricity to the American South, an area that was vastly underserved at the time. Over the years, Southern Company has expanded its reach and diversified its energy sources to include not only traditional coal and natural gas but also nuclear, solar, and wind power.

Core and Side Businesses

At its core, Southern Company remains a leading electricity provider, serving millions of customers across the southeastern United States. Its electric utility units include Alabama Power, Georgia Power, and Mississippi Power. Beyond its primary electric utility services, Southern Company has also ventured into other areas. It has investments in telecommunications and broadband services, providing infrastructure and network services. Additionally, Southern Company is exploring the renewable energy sector, focusing on solar and wind energy projects, to adapt to the growing demand for sustainable energy solutions.

Current Market Status

As of 2023, Southern Company continues to be a major player in the energy sector, with a strong presence on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:SO). The company has shown resilience in the face of economic fluctuations and changes in the energy sector. With an increasing shift towards renewable energy sources and sustainability, Southern Company is investing in green energy projects, which has piqued the interest of environmentally conscious investors. Its consistent dividend payouts and commitment to clean energy initiatives make it an attractive option for those looking to invest in the utility sector.