The Southern Company's investment case hinges on robust rate base expansion, with net PPE growing 15.4% from $102.5B in 2024Q1 to $118.3B in 2026Q2, which should support future regulated earnings. However, earnings volatility is pronounced, as evidenced by EPS...
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Jul 30, 2026 | $1.13+11.9% vs $1.01 | $7.0B-3.5% vs $7.2B |
Q2 2026 Apr 30, 2026 | $1.32+9.1% vs $1.21 | $8.4B+4.0% vs $8.1B |
Q1 2026 Feb 19, 2026 | $0.55-1.4% vs $0.56 | $7.0B+14.5% vs $6.1B |
Q4 2025 Oct 30, 2025 | $1.60+6.0% vs $1.51 | $7.8B+2.7% vs $7.6B |
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The Southern Company (SOMN) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
The Southern Company (SOMN) reported $30.18B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 52% increase from $19.90B in 2016.
The Southern Company (SOMN) grew revenue by 10.6% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Yes, The Southern Company (SOMN) is profitable, generating $4.66B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (14.7% net margin).
Yes, The Southern Company (SOMN) pays a dividend with a yield of 5.94%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
The Southern Company (SOMN) has a return on equity (ROE) of 11.5%. This is reasonable for most industries.
The Southern Company (SOMN) generated $2.57B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
The Southern Company (SOMN) has a dividend payout ratio of 69%. This suggests the dividend is well-covered and sustainable.