Southern Company is a leading energy provider based in the United States, primarily focused on the generation, transmission, and distribution of electric power. The company operates a diverse portfolio of energy sources, including natural gas, nuclear, and renewable energy, aimed at delivering reliable and affordable energy to its customers. Southern Company is committed to sustainable practices and environmental stewardship, actively investing in clean energy technologies and infrastructure to support a transition towards a more sustainable energy future. Additionally, the company is involved in gas distribution and has significant investments in energy-related services and innovations, enhancing its role as a key player in the energy sector. Read More
MILWAUKEE, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ademi LLP is investigating potential data privacy claims arising from a data breach involving lease to own company Southern Company (NYSE: SO), which operates as public utility through Georgia Power, Alabama Power and Mississippi Power. We are investigating whether Southern Company maintained reasonable safeguards to protect personal information.
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Southern (NYSE:SO) reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings of $1.13 per share, up $0.21 from the prior-year period and $0.13 above the company’s estimate, as higher electricity usage, customer growth and construction-related earnings supported results.
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As of April 7, 2026, the global energy landscape is undergoing a tectonic shift. With Brent crude oil prices hovering near $110 per barrel and the Strait of Hormuz effectively shuttered due to ongoing geopolitical hostilities, the traditional fossil fuel markets are reeling from the largest supply disruption in modern
