The Southern Company (SO) Dividend History

The Southern Company (SO) is a major American energy provider that primarily supplies electricity and natural gas to the southeastern United States. Founded in 1945, it operates through various subsidiaries that generate, transmit, and distribute energy. The company is known for its commitment to reliable energy delivery and has a diverse mix of power generation sources, including nuclear, coal, natural gas, and renewable energy.

30 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., N.W., Atlanta, GA, 30308
Phone: (404) 506-5000
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Dividend History

Pay Date Amount Ex Dividend Date Record Date
June 06, 2025 $0.74 05/19/2025 05/19/2025
March 06, 2025 $0.72 02/18/2025 02/18/2025
December 06, 2024 $0.72 11/18/2024 11/18/2024
September 06, 2024 $0.72 08/19/2024 08/19/2024
June 06, 2024 $0.72 05/17/2024 05/20/2024
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Dividends Summary

  • The Southern Company has issued 86 dividend payments over the past 21 years
  • The most recent dividend was paid 0 days ago, on June 6, 2025
  • The first recorded dividend was paid on March 6, 2004
  • The highest dividend payout was $0.74 per share
  • The average dividend over this 21 year span is $0.53 per share
  • The Southern Company has increased its dividend payments by 111.43% since 2004

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Dividend data last updated 06/05/2025 15:31:42 UTC