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The Southern Company

NYSE: SO
Utilities Utilities - Regulated Electric
Rank #179
Market Cap 99.30 B
Volume 2.98 M
Price 90.35
Change (%) 0.04%
Country or region United States United States

The Southern Company's latest marketcap:

99.30 B

As of May 12, 2025, The Southern Company's market capitalization has reached $99.30 B. According to our data, The Southern Company is the 179th most valuable company globally by market capitalization. Market capitalization, commonly referred to as market cap, represents the total market value of all outstanding shares of a publicly traded company and is often used as a measure of company value.

Market Cap 99.30 B
Revenue (ttm) 27.85 B
Net Income (ttm) 4.61 B
Shares Out 1.10 B
EPS (ttm) 4.17
Forward PE 21.03
Ex-Dividend Date May 19, 2025
Earnings Date May 1, 2025
Market Cap Chart
Data Updated: May 12, 2025

The Southern Company's yearly market capitalization.

The Southern Company has seen its market value grow from $20.26 B to $99.30 B since 1998, representing a total increase of 390.08% and an annual compound growth rate (CAGR) of 6.21%.
Date Market Cap Change (%)
May 12, 2025 $99.30 B 11.15%
December 31, 2024 $90.20 B 17.94%
December 29, 2023 $76.47 B -1.63%
December 30, 2022 $77.74 B 6.96%
December 31, 2021 $72.68 B 12.02%
December 31, 2020 $64.88 B -2.87%
December 31, 2019 $66.80 B 47.83%
December 31, 2018 $45.19 B -6.37%
December 29, 2017 $48.26 B 0.12%
December 30, 2016 $48.21 B 13.35%
December 31, 2015 $42.53 B -3.76%
December 31, 2014 $44.19 B 21.91%
December 31, 2013 $36.25 B -3.13%
December 31, 2012 $37.42 B -6.21%
December 30, 2011 $39.90 B 24.44%
December 31, 2010 $32.06 B 20.25%
December 31, 2009 $26.66 B -6.97%
December 31, 2008 $28.66 B -2.62%
December 31, 2007 $29.43 B 7.5%
December 29, 2006 $27.38 B 6.93%
December 30, 2005 $25.60 B 3.26%
December 31, 2004 $24.79 B 11.94%
December 31, 2003 $22.15 B 9.35%
December 31, 2002 $20.26 B 14.95%
December 31, 2001 $17.62 B -18.58%
December 29, 2000 $21.64 B 36.82%
December 31, 1999 $15.82 B -21.93%
December 31, 1998 $20.26 B

Company Profile

About The Southern Company

The Southern Company, through its subsidiaries, is a leading energy provider specializing in electricity generation, transmission, and distribution.

Core Operations

  • Electricity Generation & Wholesale: Develops, constructs, and manages power generation assets, including renewable energy projects, and sells electricity in wholesale markets.
  • Natural Gas Distribution: Distributes natural gas across Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, and Tennessee, operating approximately 78,500 miles of pipelines and 14 storage facilities.
  • Retail Services: Provides electric services to retail customers and offers gas marketing solutions.

Additional Services

  • Energy Solutions: Delivers distributed energy and resilience solutions, including microgrids for commercial, industrial, and governmental clients.
  • Digital Communications: Offers digital wireless communications and fiber optics services.

Founded: 1946 | Headquarters: Atlanta, Georgia

Frequently Asked Questions

As of May 12, 2025, The Southern Company (including the parent company, if applicable) has an estimated market capitalization of $99.30 B USD. This figure represents the total market value of its outstanding shares, including different share classes. Please note that market capitalization fluctuates based on market conditions, and the actual valuation may differ from the latest estimate.

The Southern Company global market capitalization ranking is approximately 179 as of May 12, 2025. This ranking is relative to all publicly traded companies worldwide and can fluctuate based on market dynamics and the performance of other companies. You can refer to our Global companies market cap ranking for the most up-to-date ranking.

Stock Detail

Country or region United States
Founded 1946
IPO Date n/a
Employees 28,600
CEO Christopher Womack
Sector Utilities
Industry Utilities - Regulated Electric
Address 30 Ivan Allen Jr. Boulevard, NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30308
United States