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SO Overall Performance

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VALUE
vs. INDUSTRY
EPS (TTM)
4.05
PE Ratio (TTM)
21.68
Forward PE
19.08
PS Ratio (TTM)
3.32
PB Ratio
2.74
Price-to-FCF
-
Gross Margin
43.84%
Net Margin
15.42%
Revenue Growth (YoY)
9.40%
Profit Growth (YoY)
8.66%
3-Year Revenue Growth
-2.26%
3-Year Profit Growth
9.91%

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QuarterlyEPS ForecastQoQMaxMin
2025Q1
2025Q2
2025Q3
2025Q4
2026Q1

SO Earnings Table

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QTRNon-GAAP EPSEPS YoYEPS Surprise %SalesSales YoYSales Surprise %NPM
Current
2024Q4
2024Q3
2024Q2
2024Q1

SO Profile

The Southern Company, through its subsidiaries, engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. It operates through Gas Distribution Operations, Gas Pipeline Investments, Wholesale Gas Services, and Gas Marketing Services segments. The company also develops, constructs, acquires, owns, and manages power generation assets, including renewable energy projects and sells electricity in the wholesale market; and distributes natural gas in Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, and Tennessee, as well as provides gas marketing services, wholesale gas services, and gas pipeline investments operations. In addition, it owns and/or operates 30 hydroelectric generating stations, 24 fossil fuel generating stations, three nuclear generating stations, 13 combined cycle/cogeneration stations, 45 solar facilities, 15 wind facilities, one fuel cell facility, and four battery storage facility; and constructs, operates, and maintains 76,289 miles of natural gas pipelines and 14 storage facilities with total capacity of 157 Bcf to provide natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The company serves approximately 8.7 million electric and gas utility customers. Further, the company offers digital wireless communications and fiber optics services. The Southern Company was incorporated in 1945 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

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  • When is SO's latest earnings report released?

    The most recent financial report for The southern company (SO) covers the period of 2025Q3 and was published on 2025/09/30. This report is prepared according to IFRS/US GAAP standards and includes key financial indicators—Revenue, Profitability, Cash Flow, and Capital Structure. This information is essential for investors evaluating SO's short-term business performance and financial health. For the latest updates on SO's earnings releases, visit this page regularly.

  • Where does SO fall in the P/E River chart?

    According to historical valuation range analysis, The southern company (SO)'s current price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is 23.48, placing it in the Reasonable zone on the P/E River chart. This level indicates that the market's expectations for future earnings are already reflected in the share price, with the valuation currently leaning conservative. Investors are advised to further examine the company's fundamentals and its position in the industry cycle to validate whether the valuation is justified.

  • What is the operating profit of SO?

    According to the latest financial report, The southern company (SO) reported an Operating Profit of 2.59B with an Operating Margin of 33.16% this period, representing a growth of 9.54% compared to the same period last year. Operating Profit reflects the company's core business efficiency and cost control, making it a key indicator for evaluating operational strength and profitability.

  • How is SO's revenue growth?

    In the latest financial report, The southern company (SO) announced revenue of 7.82B, with a Year-Over-Year growth rate of 7.55%. Revenue growth can be driven by product mix changes, market share expansion, price adjustments, or international market penetration. Investors should also monitor gross margin and regional revenue distribution for a comprehensive view of growth quality and sustainability.

  • How much debt does SO have?

    As of the end of the reporting period, The southern company (SO) had total debt of 73.75B, with a debt ratio of 0.48. Long-term debt comprises a higher/lower proportion. The level of financial leverage directly impacts the company's capital structure and interest coverage. If debt is high, pay attention to interest expenses and refinancing risks. Conversely, a low-leverage structure indicates greater risk tolerance but potentially less growth flexibility.

  • How much cash does SO have?

    At the end of the period, The southern company (SO) held Total Cash and Cash Equivalents of 3.34B, accounting for 0.02 of total assets. Both current and quick ratios indicate robust short-term debt repayment ability. High cash reserves typically mean the company has strong liquidity, supporting operational needs, expansion investments, or shareholder returns.

  • Does SO go with three margins increasing?

    In the latest report, The southern company (SO) achieved the “three margins increasing” benchmark, with a gross margin of 51.3%%, operating margin of 33.16%%, and net margin of 21.9%%. This demonstrates improvement in profitability, which is a key signal for fundamental analysis. Investors should consider margin trends alongside other financial indicators to assess SO's profit trajectory and future growth potential.

  • Is SO's EPS continuing to grow?

    According to the past four quarterly reports, The southern company (SO)'s earnings per share (EPS) shows a steady growth trend, with the latest EPS at 1.55. If EPS continues to rise due to revenue growth and cost optimization, it can support P/E valuation recovery and attract long-term investors.

  • What is the FCF of SO?

    The southern company (SO)'s Free Cash Flow (FCF) for the period is 670M, calculated as Operating Cash Flow minus Capital Expenditures, representing a fall of 52.25% compared with the previous period. Positive FCF growth provides stable funding for dividends, debt repayment, or strategic acquisitions, and is an important measure of true profitability and shareholder return potential.

  • What are the PEG ratio and PE ratio of SO?

    The latest valuation data shows The southern company (SO) has a Price-To-Earnings (PE) ratio of 23.48 and a Price/Earnings-To-Growth (PEG) ratio of 0.16. A PEG below 1 usually suggests the market is underestimating growth potential, while a PEG above 1 indicates high growth expectations are already priced in. Investors should conduct a comprehensive valuation by considering historical growth, market forecasts, and industry cycles.