Southern Company announces quarterly dividend
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Southern Company has announced a regular quarterly dividend of 72 cents per share on its common stock. The dividend is payable on December 6, 2024, to shareholders of record as of November 18, 2024. This announcement continues Southern Company's impressive track record of 77 consecutive years of paying dividends that are either equal to or greater than the previous quarter. This consistent dividend payment history demonstrates the company's commitment to providing steady returns to its shareholders and reflects its financial stability.
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- Consistent quarterly dividend of 72 cents per share
- 77-year track record of maintaining or increasing quarterly dividends
- Demonstrates financial stability and commitment to shareholder returns
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News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, SO gained 0.97%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Every quarter for 77 consecutive years, Southern Company has paid a dividend to its shareholders that is equal to or greater than the previous quarter.
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy distribution company with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have earned the company national awards and recognition from numerous organizations, including Forbes, The Military Times, Fair360, Black Enterprise, J.D. Power, Fortune, Human Rights Campaign and more. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
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