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Southern Company

Gulf Power is a U.S. investor-owned electric utility with all of its common stock owned by Atlanta-based Southern Company. Gulf Power Company is headquartered in Pensacola, Florida, and has a service territory that spans 7,550 square miles (19,600 km2) in 10 counties and 71 towns in northwest Florida. Gulf Power has approximately 428,000 customers in Florida.

Gulf Power

The Southern Co is a holding company, which engages in the generation and sale of electricity. It operates through the following segments: Traditional Electric Operating Companies, Southern Power, and Southern Company Gas. The Traditional Electric Operating Companies segment refers to vertically integrated utilities that own generation, transmission and distribution facilities, and supplies electric services in the states of Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Mississippi. The Southern Power segment constructs, acquires, owns, and manages generation assets such as renewable energy projects and sells electricity in the wholesale market. The Southern Company Gas segment distributes natural gas through natural gas distribution facilities in the states of Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, New Jersey, Florida, Tennessee, and Maryland. The company was founded on November 9, 1945, and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

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Southern Company surpasses 2022 targets, faces Vogtle project delays

Southern Company excelled in 2022 with strong financial performance and operational achievements.
Challenges include project delays, lower industrial sales, and credit metric impacts.
Opportunities lie in cost benefits from lower gas prices, management continuity, and credit agency actions.
Strategic investments in clean energy and a focus on long-term EPS growth support future prospects.

Southern Company reports Q1 earnings dip, Vogtle progress on track

Southern Company's Q1 2023 performance reflects mixed results with challenges in industrial sales offset by growth in retail and positive dividend news.
The company remains focused on Plant Vogtle Units 3 and 4 progress, aiming for operational milestones and financial stability post-completion.
While facing financial guidance adjustments and Unit 4 timeline uncertainties, Southern Company is optimistic about future growth opportunities and cost efficiencies.
Confidence in achieving a competitive risk-adjusted return and industry leadership underscores the company's strategic vision and commitment to shareholder value.

Southern Company surpasses Q2 earnings estimates, eyes dividend growth

Southern Company's Q2 2023 performance exceeded expectations, driven by favorable weather conditions and successful project milestones at Plant Vogtle.
The company's strengths lie in its commitment to reliability, customer-centricity, and potential dividend growth, supported by strategic capital investments.
Challenges include lower industrial sales, meeting operational timelines, and balancing cost management with growth initiatives.
Opportunities in renewable energy, Georgia's economic development, and technology advancements position Southern Company for sustainable growth and value creation.

Southern Company reports strong Q3 earnings, eyes sustainability and energy innovation

Southern Company's Q3 2023 Earnings Call highlighted strong financial performance, strategic acquisitions, and a focus on sustainability. Despite challenges with pending litigation and regulatory uncertainties, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in energy innovation and potential dividend growth. By actively exploring green hydrogen and expanding its carbon-free generating capacity, Southern Company demonstrates a commitment to long-term sustainability and growth.

Southern Company excels in 2023, faces rate growth challenges

Southern Company's strong financial performance in 2023, coupled with key achievements and customer recognition, positions it well for growth. While facing challenges in rate base growth trajectory and debt funding, opportunities in EPS growth and rate decreases offer potential. Managing load growth impact and uncertainties in Georgia PSC elections are key focus areas for the company.

Southern Company excels in Q1 2024, eyes growth amid challenges

Southern Company's Q1 2024 showcased strong financial performance, marked by increased EPS, dividend growth, and successful commercial operation of Plant Vogtle Unit 4. The company benefits from a robust retail sales increase, a strong labor market, and a strategic focus on future growth opportunities. However, challenges around regulations, nuclear energy adoption, and data center impacts require careful navigation.

Southern Company excels in Q2, eyes growth amid challenges

Southern Company's Q2 2024 performance reflects strong financial results and operational achievements, positioning the company for future growth.
With a focus on execution, customer value, and community support, Southern Company is well-positioned to capitalize on market opportunities.
Challenges in maintaining growth momentum and operational efficiency require strategic planning and proactive risk management.
Overall, Southern Company's performance, strengths, and opportunities indicate a positive outlook for continued success and value creation.

Southern Company reports resilient Q3 earnings amidst Hurricane Helene impact

Southern Company's Q3 performance reflects resilience and growth, despite challenges posed by Hurricane Helene's significant costs.
The company's strategic strengths lie in its financial stability, disciplined growth approach, and commitment to customer service.
While facing challenges from severe weather events, Southern Company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities for future growth and market expansion.
Overall, Southern Company's Q3 earnings call highlights a balanced focus on financial performance, operational resilience, and strategic growth initiatives.

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2022 summary highlights company's sustainability pillars focused on serving customers ATLANTA , Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today issued its 2022 Sustainability Summary report. "Southern Company and our subsidiaries remain committed to serving customers with clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy.

Southern Company Issues Annual Sustainability Summary

ATLANTA , Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company Gas today announced its board of directors has elected Bradley J. Henderson, CEO of P33 Chicago and Eric S.

Southern Company Gas announces election of two new board members

Partnership with Southern Company will provide necessary charging stations for expanded electric vehicle fleet   ATLANTA , Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fort Moore and Georgia Power, a Southern Company subsidiary, recently entered into a contract to install 63 electric vehicle chargers at 23 locations across the base, allowing up to 126 vehicles to be plugged in on the base simultaneously. The project is underway and expected to be complete by the first quarter of 2024.

Fort Moore EV charging project provides another example of EVSE solution

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With the start of the final quarter of 2023, it's time to take a look back at my previous month of dividend income. Getting close to that $2,000 milestone in a month sure looks amazing. I know, those end of quarter months are always the big payers but it's still nice to see.

Dividend Income Update September 2023

Curry to Receive Award as Part of World Golf Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on June 10, 2024 PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. , Oct. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Golf Hall of Fame announced today that NBA star Stephen "Steph" Curry will receive The Charlie Sifford Award presented by Southern Company, which honors recipients for their spirit in advancing diversity in golf.

NBA Star Stephen Curry to Receive the 'Charlie Sifford Award presented by Southern Company' for Advancing Diversity in Golf

Southern Co. (SO) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

Why Southern Co. (SO) is Poised to Beat Earnings Estimates Again

Southern Co.'s (SO) unit, Alabama Power, and Novelis join forces to build 80-MW solar plants, aiding decarbonization and supporting the latter's carbon-neutral goal.

Southern Co. (SO), Novelis Partner to Build Two Solar Plants

ATLANTA , Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Southern Company today announced the election of Shantella (Shan) E. Cooper as an independent director, effective Oct. 16, 2023.

Shantella E. Cooper to Join Southern Company Board of Directors

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Rising interest rates have weighed on the share prices of dividend stocks, pushing up their yields. Kenvue, Southern Company, Stag Industrial, and Williams all generate lots of cash to pay dividends and invest in growth.

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Southern Company has a generous 4.2% dividend yield. The dividend has been increased or held steady for over 75 years.

This High Yielder Is Telling Investors That 2025 Will See an Important Dividend Pivot

The Southern Company has announced acquisitions of Solar Facilities, positioning itself to capture the growing demand in the renewable energy industry. The company's dividend payout and consistent growth make it an attractive stock for investors looking for stable and regular income. After comparing the forward P/E ratio of 17.03x with industry average P/E ratio of 16x, we can say that the company is fairly valued.

Southern Company: Hold This Stock For Stable Dividend Yield

Southern Co.'s (SO) unit, Southern Power, expands clean energy assets by acquiring two solar facilities. This bolsters a 5,280-MW renewable fleet.

Southern Co.'s (SO) Unit Acquires Two Renewable Facilities

PALO ALTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--SymphonyAI announced that Southern Co-op and Scottish Midland Co-operative selected SymphonyAI Retail CPG assortment and space planning solutions.

UK's Southern Co-op and Scotmid Select AI-Based Intelligent Retail Assortment, Shelf, and Floor Planning Solutions From SymphonyAI

ATLANTA , Oct. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Novelis Inc., a leading sustainable aluminum solutions provider and world leader in aluminum rolling and recycling, and Southern Company, have announced plans to partner on decarbonization efforts. Their initial focus is on Novelis' new Bay Minette, Alabama, plant, which aims to be carbon neutral for scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions.

Novelis partners with Southern Company in pursuit of decarbonization goals

Southern's (SO) unit, Georgia Power, resolves a $413-million dispute with Oglethorpe Power, securing Plant Vogtle's clean energy expansion, despite a technical setback.

Southern (SO) Subsidiary Resolves $413 Million Dispute

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The Summer 2023 edition of Fortune Magazine revealed 500 biggest U.S. companies by revenue. The latest quest to sniff-out the best dividend buys focused on 68 industry leaders using YCharts 10/5/23 data. Those 68 industry leaders were segmented into 21 business sectors ranging (alphabetically) from apparel to wholesalers. 58 dividend yielding stocks highlighted those 68 industry leaders and ranged from 0.19% to 9.28% in annual yield and ranged from -55.55% to 52.81% in broker-estimated one-year price-target-upsides by YCharts 10/5/23 reckoning.

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The Southern Company is one of the largest regulated utilities in the United States. The company has a long history of consistent dividend payments.

Here's Why The Southern Company Is a No-Brainer Utility Stock

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Utilities are trading at their lowest valuations in years. Many should be able to continue growing their higher-yielding dividends.

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We have narrowed our search to five low-beta utility stocks that are regular dividend payers. These are: AWK, VST, PNW, OGE, SO.

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The Southern Company is one of the largest regulated utilities in the United States. Chevron is one of the largest integrated oil and natural gas companies in the world.

Better Stock Buy: The Southern Company vs. Chevron

ATLANTA , Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company plans to release its earnings for the third-quarter of 2023 by 7:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, November 2, 2023.

Southern Company third-quarter earnings to be released November 2

The Southern Company is one of the largest regulated utilities in the United States. The company reported that the first half of 2023 was the worst weather in the regions it serves since 1895.

This Dividend Stock Got Slammed By the Weather

Milestone signals continued progress in development of first-of-a-kind Molten Chloride Fast Reactor ATLANTA , Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company, TerraPower and CORE POWER have successfully started pumped-salt operations in the Integrated Effects Test (IET), signifying a major achievement in the development of Generation-IV molten salt reactor technology, namely TerraPower's first-of-a-kind Molten Chloride Fast Reactor (MCFR). "Southern Company believes the next generation of nuclear power holds promise in providing an affordable and sustainable net-zero future that includes reliable, resilient and dispatchable clean energy for customers," said Dr. Mark S.

Southern Company, TerraPower and CORE POWER begin salt operations of Integrated Effects Test

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