The Southern Company

Report azionario NYSE:SO

Capitalizzazione di mercato: US$104.9b

Southern Crescita futura

Criteri Future verificati 1/6

Southern prevede che gli utili e i ricavi cresceranno rispettivamente di 10.4% e 5.1% all'anno. Si prevede che l'EPS crescerà di 8.8% all'anno. Si prevede che il ritorno sul capitale proprio sarà di 13.4% in 3 anni.

Informazioni chiave

10.4%

Tasso di crescita degli utili

8.83%

Tasso di crescita dell'EPS

Electric Utilities crescita degli utili10.6%
Tasso di crescita dei ricavi5.1%
Rendimento futuro del capitale proprio13.39%
Copertura analitica

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Ultimo aggiornamento28 May 2026

Aggiornamenti recenti sulla crescita futura

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Recent updates

Articolo di analisi • Jun 18

Southern (SO) Stock Looks Fully Priced After Hatch Nuclear License Renewal

Southern (SO) stock is in focus after regulators approved a 20 year license renewal for the Edwin I. Hatch nuclear plant, extending operations at both reactors into the 2050s. See our latest analysis for Southern. Southern stock has eased in recent weeks, with the share price down 1.9% over the last day and 3.8% over 90 days. Its 1 year total shareholder return of 7.8% and 5 year total shareholder return of 81.1% point to momentum that has built over time alongside recent capital raising...
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Jun 17

SO: Future Dividend Strength Will Reflect Data Center Power And Nuclear Progress

Analysts have maintained their price target on Southern at $101.34. This reflects unchanged views on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions following the latest review.
Seeking Alpha • Jun 09

Southern Company: 11GW Of Contracted Large Load Demand Supports My Buy Rating

Summary I am rating Southern Company a buy because I believe large-load demand is changing its earnings profile. The growth is backed by physical infrastructure such as 10 GW of new state-regulated resources under construction, more than 500 miles of new transmission lines, and an $81 billion capital plan. My 2028 estimate for adjusted EPS is $5.25 and is supported by large-load demand, regulated infrastructure growth, DOE financing support, Southern Power capacity additions, and Southeast customer growth. My $105 price target represents a 15.5% upside potential. I compute by applying a 5-year average of FWD non-GAAP P/E multiple of 20.07x to my estimated adjusted EPS of $5.25. The main risks are slower data center load conversion and regulatory pushback. I still believe the risk-reward is attractive because the downside is supported by regulated earnings and dividends, while the upside is tied to one of the most important bottlenecks in AI: reliable power. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Jun 03

SO: Future Dividend Strength Will Reflect Rate Cuts And Dam Safety Progress

Analysts have trimmed Southern's price target slightly to $101.34 from $101.71, reflecting updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E that keep the overall valuation framework largely intact. What's in the News The Georgia Public Service Commission approved a Georgia Power rate reduction plan that is expected to save the typical residential customer about US$50 annually and deliver about US$285 million in total customer savings starting in June 2026, according to recent commission filings.
Aggiornamento della narrazione • May 10

SO: Fair Outlook Will Weigh Dividend Support Against Dam Safety Progress

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Southern to $101.71 from $101.87 as small shifts in the discount rate, revenue growth assumptions, profit margin outlook, and future P/E estimates narrow their view of the upside from here. What's in the News Southern Company announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.76 per share on its common stock, payable June 8, 2026, to shareholders of record as of May 18, 2026, with the annualized dividend rate set at $3.04 per share (Key Developments).
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Apr 23

SO: Fair View Will Reflect Dam Safety Progress And Dividend Support

Analysts now see Southern’s fair value edging to about $101.87 from roughly $101.24, reflecting updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate, and future P/E. These changes slightly adjust the risk and return trade off you may want to watch.
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Apr 07

SO: Fair View Will Reflect Dam Safety Progress And Stable Future P/E

Analysts have nudged their price target on Southern slightly higher to $101.24. This reflects small refinements to their models around the discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin assumptions, and future P/E expectations.
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Mar 23

SO: Fair Value View Will Reflect Dam Safety Compliance And Higher Future P/E

Analysts have lifted their price target for Southern by $1, reflecting updated assumptions that include a slightly lower discount rate, modestly higher revenue growth expectations, a small adjustment to profit margin forecasts, and a marginally higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Southern Company Generation Hydro Services received a compliance letter from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Office of Energy Projects Division of Dam Safety and Inspections for the Tallulah Falls Development of the North Georgia Project No. 2354-03, following a March 9, 2026 inspection conducted as part of the 12th Part 12D Independent Consultant’s Safety Inspection Comprehensive Assessment (Key Developments).
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Mar 07

SO: Fair Value View Will Reflect Modest Revenue Gains And Higher Future P/E

Analysts have raised their price target on Southern to $100.24 from $98.13, reflecting updated assumptions regarding fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. Valuation Changes Fair Value: updated slightly higher to $100.24 from $98.13.
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Feb 21

SO: Fair Value Outlook Will Balance Higher Profitability And Slightly Lower Future P/E

Analysts have reduced their price target for Southern by about $1, reflecting updated assumptions about fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E expectations. Valuation Changes Fair Value was reduced slightly from $99.23 to $98.13, reflecting updated model inputs.
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Dec 04

SO: Composite Equity Units Offering Will Support Future Shareholder Value Upside

Analysts have modestly lowered their price target on Southern by approximately $0.10 to reflect a slightly higher discount rate and marginally less favorable long term valuation assumptions, while leaving core growth and profitability expectations essentially unchanged. What's in the News Southern has completed a $1.75 billion composite equity units offering, issuing 35 million equity derivative units priced at $50 per unit, with a $0.875 discount per security (Key Developments).
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Nov 20

SO: Composite Units Offering Is Expected To Drive Shareholder Value Forward

Narrative Update on Southern Analysts have modestly revised their price target for Southern, lowering it by $1.12 per share. This change reflects updated assessments of discount rates, revenue growth, and margin projections.
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Nov 05

SO: Recent Equity Offering and Improved Margins Will Shape Future Performance

Analysts have raised their price target for Southern from $100.08 to $100.45 per share. They cited slight improvements in projected profit margins while also noting a marginal reduction in expected revenue growth.
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Oct 22

Analysts Lift Southern Price Target on Higher Revenue Growth Despite Lower Margins

Analysts have raised their price target for Southern from $97.15 to $100.08, citing expectations for stronger revenue growth that modestly outweigh a slight decrease in profit margins. Valuation Changes Fair Value has increased modestly, rising from $97.15 to $100.08.
Aggiornamento della narrazione • Oct 08

Southeastern US Electrification And Renewables Will Expand Future Markets

Narrative Update on Southern: Analyst Price Target Revision Analysts have slightly increased their price target for Southern by $0.41 to $97.15. This adjustment reflects modest improvements in expected revenue growth, even though the profit margin forecast is marginally lower.
Articolo di analisi • Sep 08

The Southern Company's (NYSE:SO) Business Is Yet to Catch Up With Its Share Price

When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 19x, you may...
Articolo di analisi • Jul 05

Is Southern (NYSE:SO) A Risky Investment?

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Seeking Alpha • Feb 21

Southern Company: Strong 2024 Earnings Reinforce Confidence In The Investment

Summary High-quality utility The Southern Company released its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results yesterday. In this update, I'll take a fresh look at Southern's operating fundamentals, focusing on customer relationships, energy demand, and profitability. I will also provide an update on debt and leverage, largely because of long-term interest rates, which appear rather unfazed by the Federal Reserve's recent rate-cutting measures. I will also touch on recent regulatory changes that should bode well for Southern's longer-term future. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Feb 14

The Southern Company's Good Fuel Mix

Summary The Southern Company, headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, operates in regulated utility sectors, primarily electricity but also natural gas. This $95.1 billion market cap company offers a 3.32% dividend. Its stock price increased due to its new nuclear units and heightened growth prospects in the electric utility sector generally. The company's beta is low at 0.51, showing less volatility compared to the overall market, typical for utilities. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jan 22

SOJF: A 6.5% Investment Grade Baby Bond IPO From The Southern Company

Summary The Southern Company's new 6.50% Junior Subordinated Notes — SOJF — are investment-grade, with a maturity date of 2085 and callable from 2030. SOJF offers a yield to maturity of 6.38% and is fairly priced compared to similar OTC-traded debt issues. SOJF is undervalued compared to similar exchange-traded debt issues, presenting a good diversification opportunity. SO's strong financials and consistent dividend history provide confidence in its ability to cover interest payments on this new debt. SOJF's market cap makes it a potential addition to the ICE Exchange-Listed Preferred & Hybrid Securities Index, influencing its market behavior. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Jan 15

Southern Company: Solid Commercial Data Center Load Trends, Technical Support (Rating Upgrade)

Summary I am upgrading shares of The Southern Company due to a modest undervaluation and improved technical situation. Despite rising interest rates and natural disaster risks, SO's solid earnings growth and high dividend yield make it an attractive investment. SO's Q3 results were strong, with EPS beating estimates and revenue growth driven by higher utility revenues and AI demand. Technical analysis shows SO at key support levels, indicating a potential buying opportunity ahead of its Q4 earnings report next month. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Nov 01

Southern Company: One Of The Best Utilities At A Lofty Price

Summary The Southern Company has shown remarkable resilience, with a 64% return over three years, driven by demand for energy and successful management of Hurricane Helene's impact. Despite challenges from inflation and rising interest rates, the company expects steady EPS growth of 5-7%, benefiting from economic activity in its operating areas. However, SO stock's current valuation at 23x earnings raises concerns, making it less appealing compared to other income-generating options in the sector. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Oct 08

Southern Company Could Be Dead Money For The Foreseeable Future

Summary Southern Company is financially solid but quite overvalued, making it a poor investment opportunity. The company's dividend yield is at multi-decade lows, which indicates that shares are historically expensive vs. the company's organic growth and profitability. We recommend selling SO, locking in recent gains, and looking for opportunities elsewhere. We rate SO a 'Sell'. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Seeking Alpha • Sep 28

The Southern Company: Time To Lock In Gains

Summary The Southern Company is a regulated utility benefiting from stable returns. However, it is not as dynamic as merchant power producers. Georgia's economic expansion and increasing power demand drive Southern's growth, but regulatory approvals and capital constraints limit the pace of growth. Southern's 3.1% dividend yield is below its historical average, raising scepticism about the sudden improvement in growth expectations. We believe it is time to lock-in some of the capital gains of this year. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Previsioni di crescita degli utili e dei ricavi

NYSE:SO - Stime future degli analisti e dati finanziari passati (USD Millions )
DataRicaviUtiliFlusso di cassa liberoLiquidità dell'operazioneAvg. Numero di analisti
12/31/202834,8066,21920913,04215
12/31/202732,7605,587-2,47412,15017
12/31/202631,1175,009-2,15510,38916
3/31/202630,1754,363-3,6259,778N/A
12/31/202529,5534,341-3,0949,802N/A
9/30/202528,9134,459-1,9319,378N/A
6/30/202528,3634,283-1,1859,220N/A
3/31/202527,8534,606-39,727N/A
12/31/202426,7244,4017259,788N/A
9/30/202426,4284,7225899,428N/A
6/30/202426,1344,608-5398,652N/A
3/31/202425,4194,243-1,0948,020N/A
12/31/202325,2533,976-1,6417,553N/A
9/30/202326,2553,034-2,1477,025N/A
6/30/202327,6533,085-3,1755,623N/A
3/31/202329,1113,354-2,9905,554N/A
12/31/202229,2793,524-1,8116,302N/A
9/30/202227,9993,396-1,8046,105N/A
6/30/202225,8593,024-6456,844N/A
3/31/202223,8512,290-9366,519N/A
12/31/202123,1132,393-1,6056,169N/A
9/30/202122,4632,995-9586,557N/A
6/30/202121,8453,147-1,1046,753N/A
3/31/202121,2673,386-7607,044N/A
12/31/202020,3753,119-1,0376,696N/A
9/30/202020,1723,173-1,6176,120N/A
6/30/202020,5473,237-1,4196,115N/A
3/31/202021,0253,523-1,7385,931N/A
12/31/201921,4194,739N/A5,781N/A
9/30/201921,8424,576N/A6,242N/A
6/30/201922,0064,424N/A6,200N/A
3/31/201922,5353,372N/A6,180N/A
12/31/201823,4952,226N/A6,945N/A
9/30/201823,7862,443N/A6,727N/A
6/30/201823,8282,349N/A6,911N/A
3/31/201823,6321,122N/A7,007N/A
12/31/201723,031842N/A6,394N/A
9/30/201722,584544N/A5,849N/A
6/30/201722,647613N/A5,495N/A
3/31/201721,6752,617N/A4,912N/A
12/31/201619,8962,448N/A4,894N/A
9/30/201618,2832,522N/A5,482N/A
6/30/201617,4202,341N/A6,307N/A
3/31/201617,2982,348N/A6,239N/A
12/31/201517,4892,367N/A6,274N/A
9/30/201517,9382,379N/A6,216N/A
6/30/201517,8762,139N/A5,852N/A

Previsioni di crescita futura degli analisti

Guadagni vs tasso di risparmio: La crescita prevista degli utili di SO ( 10.4% all'anno) è superiore al tasso di risparmio ( 3.5% ).

Guadagni vs Mercato: Si prevede che gli utili di SO ( 10.4% all'anno) cresceranno più lentamente rispetto al mercato US ( 18.9% all'anno).

Guadagni ad alta crescita: Si prevede che gli utili di SO cresceranno, ma non in modo significativo.

Ricavi vs Mercato: Si prevede che il fatturato di SO ( 5.1% all'anno) crescerà più lentamente rispetto al mercato US ( 13% all'anno).

Ricavi ad alta crescita: Si prevede che il fatturato di SO ( 5.1% all'anno) crescerà più lentamente di 20% all'anno.

Previsioni di crescita dell'utile per azione

Rendimento futuro del capitale proprio

ROE futuro: Si prevede che il Return on Equity di SO sarà basso tra 3 anni ( 13.4 %).

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Analisi aziendale e situazione dei dati finanziari

DatiUltimo aggiornamento (ora UTC)
Analisi dell'azienda2026/06/21 10:42
Prezzo dell'azione a fine giornata2026/06/18 00:00
Utili2026/03/31
Utili annuali2025/12/31

Fonti dei dati

I dati utilizzati nella nostra analisi aziendale provengono da S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. I seguenti dati sono utilizzati nel nostro modello di analisi per generare questo report. I dati sono normalizzati, il che può comportare un ritardo nella disponibilità della fonte.

PacchettoDatiTempisticaEsempio Fonte USA *
Dati finanziari della società10 anni
  • Conto economico
  • Rendiconto finanziario
  • Bilancio
Stime di consenso degli analisti+3 anni
  • Previsioni finanziarie
  • Obiettivi di prezzo degli analisti
Prezzi di mercato30 anni
  • Prezzi delle azioni
  • Dividendi, scissioni e azioni
Proprietà10 anni
  • Top azionisti
  • Insider trading
Gestione10 anni
  • Team di leadership
  • Consiglio di amministrazione
Sviluppi principali10 anni
  • Annunci aziendali

* Esempio per i titoli statunitensi, per i titoli non statunitensi si utilizzano forme e fonti normative equivalenti.

Se non specificato, tutti i dati finanziari si basano su un periodo annuale ma vengono aggiornati trimestralmente. Si tratta dei cosiddetti dati TTM (Trailing Twelve Month) o LTM (Last Twelve Month). Per saperne di più.

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Fonti analitiche

The Southern Company è coperta da 30 analisti. 17 di questi analisti ha fornito le stime di fatturato o di utile utilizzate come input per il nostro report. Le stime degli analisti vengono aggiornate nel corso della giornata.

AnalistaIstituzione
Jacob KilsteinArgus Research Company
Daniel FordBarclays
Nicholas CampanellaBarclays