Southern Company announces quarterly dividend

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Southern Company (NYSE:SO) announced a regular quarterly dividend of $0.74 per share, payable December 8, 2025 to shareholders of record as of November 17, 2025. The company noted it has paid a quarterly dividend equal to or greater than the previous quarter for 78 consecutive years.

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• $0.74 quarterly dividend declared
• Dividend payable on December 8, 2025
• Shareholders of record date: November 17, 2025
• 78-year consecutive non-decreasing quarterly dividend streak

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ATLANTA, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 74 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable December 8, 2025, to shareholders of record as of November 17, 2025.

Every quarter for 78 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 solutions provider 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 has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com. 

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FAQ

What dividend did Southern Company (SO) announce on October 20, 2025?

Southern Company declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.74 per share on October 20, 2025.

When is the Southern Company (SO) dividend payable and what is the record date?

The dividend is payable December 8, 2025 to shareholders of record as of November 17, 2025.

How long has Southern Company (SO) maintained its quarterly dividend streak?

Southern Company has paid a quarterly dividend equal to or greater than the previous quarter for 78 consecutive years.

How will I qualify to receive the Southern Company (SO) December 2025 dividend?

To qualify you must be a shareholder of record on November 17, 2025.

Does the October 20, 2025 Southern Company (SO) announcement change the dividend amount for future quarters?

The announcement declares the $0.74 quarter; it does not state any change to future quarters beyond this declaration.

Where can shareholders find the payment date for the Southern Company (SO) dividend declared October 20, 2025?

The payment date is listed as December 8, 2025 in the October 20, 2025 announcement.