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Things to Weigh Before Choosing Between OKLO and SO Stock
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SO delivers steady dividends and proven nuclear execution, while OKLO offers high-risk growth tied to small modular reactors.
Southern's Unit Teams With Seimitsu to Build Fiber Network
by Zacks Equity Research
SO's telecom unit and Seimitsu launch SouthernWaves to power next-gen fiber services across the Southeast.
Southern Co. (SO) Ascends While Market Falls: Some Facts to Note
by Zacks Equity Research
Southern Co. (SO) closed at $93.72 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.51% move from the prior day.
IDACORP Enhances Shareholder Value Through 2.3% Dividend Hike
by Zacks Equity Research
IDA lifts its dividend again, with the board approving a hike from 86 cents per share to 88 cents.
New Jersey Resources Boosts Shareholder Value, Hikes Dividend by 5.6%
by Zacks Equity Research
NJR boosts its quarterly dividend to 47.5 cents, extending its long streak of annual payout hikes.
How Does a Constructive Regulatory Framework Aid PPL's Growth?
by Tanvi Sarawagi
PPL's regulatory model helps it recover costs and earn returns on clean energy investments.
CEG Rises 62.3% in a Year: Should You Buy, Sell, or Hold the Stock?
by Tanvi Sarawagi
Constellation Energy leverages its nuclear fleet, capital plans, and data center demand to drive growth while rewarding shareholders.
Can NextEra's Battery Storage Drive a Sustainable Clean Energy Future?
by Jewel Saha
NEE expands battery storage to boost renewable reliability, strengthen grid stability and drive long-term growth.
Southern Co. (SO) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note
by Zacks Equity Research
Southern Co. (SO) reached $90.83 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -1.04% change compared to its last close.
Southern's Unit Secures PSC Approval for Five Solar Facilities
by Zacks Equity Research
SO's subsidiary gains approval for 1,068 MW of solar PPAs to boost CARES 2023, advancing clean energy goals with solar and storage and corporate sustainability.
NextEra Outperforms Industry Quarter to Date: How to Play the Stock?
by Jewel Saha
NEE continues to shine with clean energy growth, rising earnings estimates and steady dividends, but trades at a premium valuation.
Southern Company Stock Is a Smart Hold in Today's Market
by Zacks Equity Research
SO's expanding utility investments and demand growth fuel earnings, but execution, data center dependence, gas price swings, regulation and debt costs pose risks.
Can NEE's Investment in Smart Grid Ensure High-Quality Services?
by Jewel Saha
NextEra Energy's smart grid push boosts reliability, cuts outages and drives earnings growth.
Southern Company Advances Hydro Fleet Modernization for the Future
by Zacks Equity Research
SO's subsidiary, Georgia Power is upgrading its hydro fleet with major investments to boost efficiency, extend life and support Georgia's energy needs.
MDU Resources Boosts Shareholder Value Through 7.7% Dividend Hike
by Zacks Equity Research
MDU raises its quarterly dividend by 7.7%, marking 87 years of uninterrupted payouts and reaffirming its long-term commitment to shareholders.
Southern's Subsidiary Installs Advanced Turbines at Plant Yates
by Zacks Equity Research
SO's subsidiary, Georgia Power, teams up with Mitsubishi Power to install new gas turbines at Plant Yates, increasing energy output and providing jobs for locals.
Here is What to Know Beyond Why Southern Company (The) (SO) is a Trending Stock
by Zacks Equity Research
Southern Co. (SO) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.
Southern Company Q2 Earnings Beat as Utility Sales Grow
by Zacks Equity Research
SO beats Q2 earnings estimates and guided for EPS of $1.50 for the September quarter.
Compared to Estimates, Southern Co. (SO) Q2 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
by Zacks Equity Research
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Southern Co. (SO) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended June 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
Southern Co. (SO) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Surpass Estimates
by Zacks Equity Research
Southern Co. (SO) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +4.60% and +6.24%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?
How to Boost Your Portfolio with Top Utilities Stocks Set to Beat Earnings
by Zacks Equity Research
Finding stocks expected to beat quarterly earnings estimates becomes an easier task with our Zacks Earnings ESP.
Southern Company Q2 Earnings: What's in Store for Investors?
by Zacks Equity Research
SO's Q2 results are due tomorrow, with estimates at $0.93 per share for earnings and $6.7B for revenues amid rising expenses and regional growth trends.
NEE or SO: Which Utility Stock Deserves a Spot in Your Portfolio?
by Jewel Saha
NEE and SO are both betting big on renewables; see how they compare on earnings growth, dividends, and price performance.
Analysts Estimate Southern Co. (SO) to Report a Decline in Earnings: What to Look Out for
by Zacks Equity Research
Southern Co. (SO) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Southern Co. (SO) Exceeds Market Returns: Some Facts to Consider
by Zacks Equity Research
Southern Co. (SO) closed the most recent trading day at $95.85, moving +1.12% from the previous trading session.