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The Southern Company
$96.60-- (--)
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The Southern Company (SO) Stock Price & Financial Analysis

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Day's Range$94.84 - $96.67
52-Week High$100.84
52-Week Low$83.80
Open$95.01
Volume4.47M
Average Volume (3M)5.63M
Market Cap108.96B
Shares Outstanding1.13B
P/E Ratio (TTM)24.97
Forward P/E26.02
Price to Sales (P/S)3.61
Price to Book (P/B)2.94
EV/EBITDA12.70
Revenue (TTM)30.17B
Net Income (TTM)4.36B
Free Cash Flow (TTM)-3.47B
EPS (TTM)$3.92
Profit Margin14.46%
Operating Margin24.17%
Return on Equity (ROE)11.75%
Debt to Equity2.01
50-Day MA$94.23
200-Day MA$92.86
52-Week Change1.55%
Annual Dividend$2.98
Dividend Yield3.08%
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 $96.60. The 52-week range is $83.80–$100.84, with a day range of $94.84–$96.67.

What is the P/E ratio for SO?

The Southern Company's trailing P/E ratio is 25.0, meaning investors pay $25.0 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 26.0, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. The Southern Company operates in the Utilities sector.

Does SO pay dividends?

Yes, The Southern Company pays a 3.08% 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 13 analysts, the consensus for SO is Hold.

What is the market cap of SO?

The Southern Company's market capitalization is $108.96B, classifying it as a large-cap company. The Southern Company operates in the Utilities sector within the Utilities - Regulated Electric industry.