| Prev Close | 68.96 |
| Day Low/High | 68.86 / 69.52 |
| 52 Wk Low/High | 47.11 / 68.99 |
| Avg Volume | 4.42M |
The Southern Co. (SO)
69.44
NYSE : Utilities
| Exchange | NYSE |
| Shares Outstanding | 1.05B |
| Market Cap | 72.32B |
| EPS | 2.20 |
| P/E Ratio | 15.85 |
| Div & Yield | 2.48 (3.60%) |
National Energy Policy in 50 Pieces
If you think Washington can develop a cohesive energy policy, forget it.
Energy Consumption Had a Surprising Dip
Summer usage was down from 2011 levels, and this could ding utilities' quarters.
Not So Energy-Independent After All
The villain is the nuclear-power industry, the U.S.'s only power producer dependent on foreign fuels.
ConEd May Find Sandy's Silver Lining
The utility, its customers and shareholders could benefit greatly from changes wrought by the storm's destruction.
An Exelon Surprise
The energy company goes speculative.
The Sparks Are Flying
This electric utility looks to be a tremendous value, and that's only reinforced by the recent insider buy.
The Magic of the Markets
Renewable energy actually lowers power prices.
A Declaration of (Energy) Independence?
Both candidates confuse the electorate by conflating energy independence with available energy options.
Cramer: Beware, The Romney Bounce Will Be Short-lived
Jim Cramer says while some sectors like oil, coal and defense are bouncing after Romney's debate performance, the bounce will likely fade fast.
Romney Winners and Losers
Coal-related stocks would get a boost, while alternative-energy names would likely become short candidates.
All Energy Options Aren't on the Table
What politicians running for national office say about nuclear power is much different from what states will do.
New Technologies for Coal-Based Electricity Generation
Coal will remain a primary fuel source in the U.S., and more efficient methods will yield more power from it.
The Nuclear Renaissance Has Arrived
Unfortunately, it's on the other side of the world from the U.S.
Freeze Ordered on Nuclear Plant Licenses
But the NRC's order will actually have little impact on the power industry.
Pepco's Futility
Mid-Atlantic utility faces challenges of risk, regulation and reputation.
Duke Energy Deceives Its Investors
How Duke's board deals with its self-inflicted crisis will determine the company's future.
Cramer: Forget About Rodgers, Duke Energy Is Buyable
Jim Cramer says don't worry about the boardroom drama at Duke Energy and take advantage of this pullback in the stock.
Be "Indomitable" and Buy Safe Dividend Stocks
Steven Sears, author of The Indomitable Investor, says dividend stocks and index funds are a much smarter play than highly hyped stocks like Facebook.
China Resumes Nuclear Build Out
The nation plans to have 100 operational nuclear reactors by 2020.
The EPA's Catastrophic Coal Rules
They will effectively prohibit all new coal plants and shut down many existing facilities.
Joining the 40-Plus Club
As a portfolio, this unique class of utilities is performing well.
Dominion Reigns Supreme
Dominion Resources is the safest play on liquefied natural gas exports.
The EPA's CO2 Solution Won't Work
The regulator's latest rules are about to cut off the utility industry's legs and head.
The EPA's Rifle Shot
A proposed rule is bad policy for safe, economical and reliable power generation.
SCANA's Big Gamble
Does the power company have the wherewithal to build a new nuclear power plant once it gets regulatory approval?
