The Southern Company Dividend Yield
Data as of June 01, 2026
Dividend Yield
3.30%
Annual Dividend
$3.04
Stock Price
$92.05
Market Cap
$103.77B
How It's Calculated
3.30% = $3.04 ÷ $92.05 × 100
What This Means
The Southern Company's dividend yield of 3.30% is above average, making it appealing to income-focused investors. This suggests a mature company with reliable cash flow.
About The Southern Company
The Southern Company (SO) operates in the Utilities sector, specifically in Utilities - Regulated Electric. With a market capitalization of about $103.77B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $92.05, within a 52-week range of $83.80 to $100.84 (-8.7% from the high, +9.8% from the low). Beta of 0.36 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 14.5%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
Dividend yield measures annual cash distributions relative to share price. For The Southern Company, yield should be read alongside payout sustainability and free cash flow. In Utilities, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Among Utilities names on our S&P 100 coverage, The Southern Company's dividend yield of 3.30% can be compared with peers such as NEE (2.86%), DUK (3.47%), AEP (3.00%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Utilities stocks.
Key Takeaways
- SO is grouped in the Utilities sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.36 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 14.5% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Payout per Share
$3.04
Sector
Utilities
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does SO pay a dividend?
Yes — The Southern Company currently shows an annual dividend rate of about $3.04 per share on this data snapshot.
How is dividend yield calculated for SO?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100. With price and dividend inputs here, SO's yield is about 3.30%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 3.30% compare to sector peers?
In Utilities, peer yields such as EXC (3.68%), DUK (3.47%), AEP (3.00%) help frame SO's 3.30%. Very high yields can signal value or payout stress.
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