The Southern Company
As of Oct 23, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $55.50B
- P/E (TTM)
- 11.92
- Forward P/E
- 10.85
- Dividend yield
- 6.25%
- 52-week range
- $44.35$53.99
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 737.93K
The Southern Company (SOMN) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators
| Day's Range | $48.78 - $48.78 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $53.99 |
| 52-Week Low | $44.35 |
| Open | $48.78 |
| Volume (last close) | 15.75K |
| Average Volume (3M) | 737.93K |
| Revenue (TTM) | 30.18B |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 4.66B |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | -3.27B |
| EPS (TTM) | $4.15 |
| Profit Margin | 15.43% |
| Operating Margin | 24.21% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 11.00% |
| Debt to Equity | 1.79 |
| Annual Dividend | $3.06 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 6.25% |
| Payout Ratio | 73.68% |
| Next Dividend Ex-Date | Dec 14, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 55.50B |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 1.14B |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 11.92 |
| Forward P/E | 10.85 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 1.84 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 1.31 |
| EV/EBITDA | 9.02 |
| 50-Day MA | $47.04 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $49.92 |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 23, 2026. Data sources and methodology
The Southern Company at a Glance
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, The Southern Company (SOMN) has a market capitalization of $55.50B. The stock trades at 11.9× trailing earnings, 10.8× forward earnings and 1.8× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $4.66B on revenue of $30.18B (a 15.4% profit margin) and burned $3.27B of free cash flow. Revenue grew 6.4% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $2.98B in cash and securities against $75.58B of debt, a net debt position of $72.60B.
The Southern Company pays a quarterly dividend totaling $3.06 per share a year, a 6.25% yield at the Oct 23, 2026 close, with a 74% payout ratio.
At $48.64 (the Oct 23, 2026 close) it sits within its 52-week range of $44.35 to $53.99, below its 200-day moving average of $49.92.
Frequently Asked Questions About The Southern Company
What is the current stock price for SOMN?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, SOMN stock trades at $48.64. The 52-week range is $44.35–$53.99, with a day range of $48.78–$48.78.
What is the P/E ratio for SOMN?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, The Southern Company's trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 11.9, meaning investors pay $11.9 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 10.8, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. The Southern Company operates in the Utilities sector.
Does SOMN pay dividends?
Yes, The Southern Company pays a 6.25% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 23, 2026 close ($3.06 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 73.7%. The next ex-dividend date is December 14, 2026.
What do analysts recommend for SOMN?
Analyst ratings and recommendations for SOMN are displayed in the Analyst Consensus section, including buy/hold/sell distribution and 12-month price targets.
What is the market cap of SOMN?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, The Southern Company's market capitalization is $55.50B, classifying it as a large-cap company. The Southern Company operates in the Utilities sector within the Utilities - Regulated Electric industry.