Southern Company (SO), a leading energy company, is grabbing attention on multiple fronts. Following an Illinois
Regulatory Ruling, its valuation is under close inspection due to a rate increase. Heavy activity amongst investors is indicated as Korea Investment CORP, Global Retirement Partners, LLC, Laurel Wealth Advisors, LLC, J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc., Prudential Financial Inc., Soundwatch Capital LLC are all shown to be buying shares. Similarly, Ceredex Value Advisors LLC, Edgar Lomax Co. VA, South Plains Financial Inc., Cornerstone Capital Inc., OneAscent Family Office LLC, and Rhumbline Advisers have decreased their stakes. Price target adjustment announcements, quarterly dividends, a CFO transition, and positive stock predictions for 2025 and 2027 are making the company appeal to institutional investors who now own 73% of the Southern Company. SO has been lauded for its strong dividends and resilience, performing well in the utility sector and showing significant growth. The state of Florida Retirement System and Charles Schwab Investment Management Inc. have significant holdings amounting to $100.49 million and $78.68 million respectively. Despite analyst downgrades and a $1.75 Billion capital raise, SO remains a favorite among stakeholders. However, equity units offering and heavy debt load balance its steady dividends. A positive update is the AI growth, Solar and Nuclear initiative overlooked by the market.
The Southern Company SO News Analytics from Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:00:00 GMT to Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:47:34 GMT -
Rating 7
- Innovation -5
- Information 9
- Rumor -3
