$94.00▲ 0.73 (0.78%)
Real-time prices · US MarketsValuation metrics in line with sector peers.
cautious analyst consensus — few Buy ratings.
Quality
6.6
Health
5.3
Growth
6.6
Valuation
6.8
Sentiment
4.4
Analyst Target
$101.34
▲ +7.8% from current
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Fundamentals
Trailing P/E
24.0×
price-to-earnings
Forward P/E
19.1×
next 12 months est.
Market Cap
$106.0B
market capitalization
Div Yield
3.23%
dividend yield
Profit Margin
14.5%
net profit margin
Gross Margin
48.0%
revenue minus COGS
ROE
11.0%
return on equity
Beta
0.34
vs S&P 500
52-Week Range
$84 — $101
annual min — max
EPS — Estimate vs Actual
Frequently Asked Questions
What do analysts say about Southern Company (The) right now?
Southern Company (The)'s Q·Score is 6.1/10 (Neutral), reflecting its current fundamentals, analyst data, and valuation metrics. Valuation metrics in line with sector peers. Key area to monitor: cautious analyst consensus — few Buy ratings. This is an informational data summary only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decision.
What is the analyst price target for SO?
The consensus price target for SO is $101.34, based on ratings from 19 Wall Street analysts. This is 7.8% above the current price of $94.00. Price targets are forward-looking estimates and not guarantees of future performance.
Is SO overvalued or undervalued?
Southern Company (The) (SO) scores in line with sector averages on valuation metrics. Its forward P/E ratio stands at 19.1×. The consensus analyst price target of $101.34 is 8% above the current price.
When does Southern Company (The) report its next earnings?
Southern Company (The)'s next earnings report is expected on approximately July 30, 2026.
What is Southern Company (The)'s profit margin?
Southern Company (The) has a net profit margin of 14.5%, which is solid for most industries. Its gross margin stands at 48.0%, indicating a high-margin business model.
What is SO's dividend yield?
Southern Company (The) currently offers a dividend yield of 3.23%, which is above the typical market average dividend yield. Dividend yields can change based on price movements and company payout decisions.
Is Southern Company (The)'s revenue growing?
Southern Company (The) is reporting modest revenue growth of 8.0%. However, earnings declined 0.8%, which warrants monitoring.
How much debt does Southern Company (The) have?
Southern Company (The) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.90×, reflecting a moderately high debt load — watch cash flow coverage. Its current ratio is 0.65×, suggesting it should be monitored for near-term liquidity.
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