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The Southern Company
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The Southern Company (SO) Stock Price & Financial Analysis

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Day's Range$93.17 - $94.95
52-Week High$100.84
52-Week Low$83.09
Open$93.56
Volume8.34M
Average Volume (3M)5.09M
Market Cap106.19B
Shares Outstanding1.13B
P/E Ratio (TTM)24.34
Forward P/E25.21
Price to Sales (P/S)3.52
Price to Book (P/B)2.86
EV/EBITDA12.50
Revenue (TTM)30.17B
Net Income (TTM)4.36B
Free Cash Flow (TTM)-3.64B
EPS (TTM)$3.92
Profit Margin14.46%
Operating Margin24.17%
Return on Equity (ROE)11.75%
Debt to Equity2.01
50-Day MA$95.54
200-Day MA$92.67
52-Week Change6.06%
Annual Dividend$2.98
Dividend Yield3.18%
Payout Ratio76.02%
Last Dividend Ex-DateMay 18, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions About The Southern Company

What is the current stock price for SO?

As of the latest trading session, SO stock trades at $94.14. The 52-week range is $83.09–$100.84, with a day range of $93.17–$94.95.

What is the P/E ratio for SO?

The Southern Company's trailing P/E ratio is 24.3, meaning investors pay $24.3 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 25.2, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. The Southern Company operates in the Utilities sector.

Does SO pay dividends?

Yes, The Southern Company pays a 3.18% annual dividend yield ($2.98 per share). The payout ratio is 76.0%. The last ex-dividend date was 2026-05-18.

What do analysts recommend for SO?

Based on 12 analysts, the consensus for SO is Hold. The average 12-month price target is $NaN, representing a NaN% downside from the current price.

What is the market cap of SO?

The Southern Company's market capitalization is $106.19B, classifying it as a large-cap company. The Southern Company operates in the Utilities sector within the Utilities - Regulated Electric industry.