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An update from Southern Co ( (SO) ) is now available.
On May 20, 2025, Southern Company announced a private offering of $1.25 billion in convertible senior notes due June 15, 2028, with an option for initial purchasers to buy an additional $200 million. The proceeds are intended for repurchasing existing convertible notes and repaying commercial paper borrowings. This move is expected to impact the company’s stock market activity and conversion pricing, potentially affecting its market positioning.
The most recent analyst rating on (SO) stock is a Buy with a $96.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Southern Co stock, see the SO Stock Forecast page.
Spark’s Take on SO Stock
According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, SO is a Neutral.
Southern Co’s overall stock score reflects strong financial performance and a positive earnings outlook, with challenges in cash flow management and technical resistance. The company’s stable valuation and attractive dividend yield support the score, while high leverage and potential cost increases due to tariffs are key risks.
To see Spark’s full report on SO stock, click here.
More about Southern Co
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond. The company operates electric and natural gas distribution companies, a competitive generation company, a distributed energy distribution company, and provides fiber optics network and telecommunications services.
Average Trading Volume: 4,948,813
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: $98.34B
For a thorough assessment of SO stock, go to TipRanks’ Stock Analysis page.