| Prev Close | 52.40 |
| Day Low/High | 49.94 / 52.82 |
| 52 Wk Low/High | 41.96 / 71.10 |
| Avg Volume | 6.21M |
The Southern Co. (SO)
50.27
NYSE : Utilities
| Exchange | NYSE |
| Shares Outstanding | 1.05B |
| Market Cap | 52.86B |
| EPS | 4.50 |
| P/E Ratio | 11.64 |
| Div & Yield | 2.48 (4.91%) |
Duke's Credibility Gap
Having lost the confidence of regulators and the public it serves, the utility's future is uncertain.
Market on Close Imbalance
How much to buy? My mavens on the floor see about $900 million to buy on the close. In terms of sector buying, financials have $205 million to buy, energy $195 million and consumer staples at $140 million. Selling is seen only in utilities ($15 mill...
As One Marginal Power Plant Retires, Another Huffs and Puffs
New EPA regulations will accelerate the inevitable as marginal coal and nuclear plants are retired.
U.S. Nuclear Power Expansion on Shaky Ground
Investors should consider the possibility that new projects may not be completed.
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.
