Southern Company (SO)
NYSEUtilitiesUtilities - Regulated ElectricSnapshot 2026-07-07
$97.27+1.33%
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Track SO free→Southern Company grows earnings steadily with EPS near $4.30 in 2025. Revenue is supported by rising demand from data centers. Profit margins remain stable and capital allocation improves with new equity agreements. The company benefits from low risk and typical peer valuation.
EPS growth could slow if regulatory or capital costs rise. Free cash flow remains negative, which may pressure financial flexibility. Market competition or demand shifts could limit revenue growth below 6% annually.
The market prices in about 6% revenue growth and values the stock roughly 12% above our fair value near $87. Our fair value is below the Street median, reflecting a cautious view on growth and margins.
Breaks if: Loss of equity distribution agreements or capital constraints
Breaks if: EPS falls below $4.30 in FY2025
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Continue to focus on maintaining a steady growth trajectory for EPS.
Stated in 3 of last 3 quarters. EPS was $1.32 in 2026-Q1 and $4.30 for full-year 2025. The trajectory shows mixed results, with EPS growth being maintained but with cautionary notes on potential variances.
“Southern Company earned $1.5 billion, or $1.32 per share, during the first quarter of 2026.”
“For the full-year 2025, excluding these items, Southern Company earned $4.7 billion, or $4.30 per share.”
“Southern Company cautions that there are certain factors that can cause actual results to differ materially.”
Breaks if: Profit margins decline significantly below recent levels
Breaks if: Revenue growth falls below 6% YoY next year
Continue to focus on maintaining a steady growth trajectory for EPS.
Stated in 3 of last 3 quarters. EPS was $1.32 in 2026-Q1 and $4.30 for full-year 2025. The trajectory shows mixed results, with EPS growth being maintained but with cautionary notes on potential variances.
“Southern Company earned $1.5 billion, or $1.32 per share, during the first quarter of 2026.”
“For the full-year 2025, excluding these items, Southern Company earned $4.7 billion, or $4.30 per share.”
“Southern Company cautions that there are certain factors that can cause actual results to differ materially.”