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SO's forward-looking power plan gets approval from the Georgia regulator to expand capacity, enhance reliability and boost renewables amid AI growth drive.
Constellation Energy Rises 51.7% in 3 Months: How to Play the Stock?
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Here's Why Holding Southern Company Is Justified for Now
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SO offers dividend stability and load growth potential, but faces risks from tariffs, execution delays and rising interest costs.
Should You Invest in the iShares U.S. Utilities ETF (IDU)?
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Sector ETF report for IDU
Southern Company's Georgia Power Freezes Base Rates Through 2028
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SO's Georgia Power is set to provide stable base rates to customers through 2028, as the Georgia PSC approved a plan supporting affordable energy across the state.
Should You Invest in the Vanguard Utilities ETF (VPU)?
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Sector ETF report for VPU
Southern Co. (SO) Outpaces Stock Market Gains: What You Should Know
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Southern Co. (SO) concluded the recent trading session at $91.83, signifying a +1.02% move from its prior day's close.
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NRG is gradually increasing its production volume to meet the growing demand for power from data centers.
Vistra or Southern Company: Which Utility Stock Offers Better Upside?
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SO and VST continue to expand their clean energy generation portfolio and efficiently serve their customers in the United States.
Southern's Units Expand RNG Portfolio, Boost Clean Energy Goals
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Southern Co. (SO) Outpaces Stock Market Gains: What You Should Know
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In the closing of the recent trading day, Southern Co. (SO) stood at $90.67, denoting a +1.53% move from the preceding trading day.
How Are Production Tax Credits Powering Constellation Energy's Growth?
by Tanvi Sarawagi
CEG rides on nuclear PTC, which helps it to boost revenues, fuel clean energy growth and defend profits when prices dip.
NEE Stock Trades at a Premium Valuation to Its Industry: How to Play?
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NextEra Energy trades at a premium, but strong clean energy growth, rising earnings and improving dividends justify the price.
Southern's Unit Achieves 50% Hydrogen Blend in Natural Gas Turbine
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SO's unit, Georgia Power, in partnership with Mitsubishi Power, hits a milestone with the world's largest 50% hydrogen blend test on a gas turbine.
Southern Co. (SO) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note
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Southern Co. (SO) closed the most recent trading day at $88.94, moving 1.56% from the previous trading session.
Should You Invest in the Utilities Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLU)?
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Sector ETF report for XLU
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EQT locks in 10-year gas deals with Duke and Southern, shifting 20% of output to higher-priced Southeast markets.
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NRG Energy's $12 billion LS Power buy doubles its generation capacity and sets the stage for long-term growth and clean energy expansion.
Southern Company's Georgia Power Prepares for a Storm-Heavy 2025
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SO's Georgia Power boosts grid resilience and urges customer safety as NOAA predicts a severe hurricane season in 2025.
Southern's Subsidiary Backs Edged to Expand Green Data Centers
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SO's PowerSecure expands its alliance with Edged to deliver ultra-efficient, AI-ready data centers across key U.S. markets.
Southern's Unit Tests Full Supply Chain Emissions Tracking Tool
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SO's subsidiary SouthStar becomes the first U.S. retail energy marketer to pilot MethaneScout, boosting emissions transparency.
Southern Company's PowerSecure to Energize PGA TOUR Studios
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SO's PowerSecure to power PGA TOUR Studios with six generators, ensuring uninterrupted media production with 24/7 backup and storm-ready capabilities.
Here's Why Hold Strategy Is Apt for Southern Company Stock Now
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SO is well-positioned for growth with its innovative strategies and dividends, but regulatory factors, including natural gas price volatility, could impact performance.