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Electric Utilities: Central
Quarterly ResultJul 30, 2026, 08:18 AM

Southern Company Q2 Earnings $1.2B, EPS $1.03; Revenue $6.98B

AI Summary

Southern Company reported strong second-quarter 2026 earnings of $1.2 billion, or $1.03 per share, up from $0.9 billion, or $0.80 per share, in Q2 2025. Excluding certain items, earnings were $1.3 billion, or $1.13 per share. Operating revenues for the quarter increased slightly to $6.98 billion. CEO Chris Womack highlighted the company's strong performance, driven by economic development and demand for power in the Southeast.

Key Highlights

  • Q2 2026 reported earnings were $1.2 billion, or $1.03 per share, up from $0.9 billion, or $0.80 per share, in Q2 2025.
  • Q2 2026 adjusted earnings (excluding items) were $1.3 billion, or $1.13 per share, compared to $1.0 billion, or $0.92 per share, in Q2 2025.
  • Operating revenues for Q2 2026 increased 0.1% to $6.977 billion from $6.973 billion in Q2 2025.
  • Year-to-date 2026 operating revenues rose 4.2% to $15.374 billion from $14.748 billion in 2025.
  • Traditional Electric Operating Companies' net income increased to $1,269 million in Q2 2026 from $1,047 million in Q2 2025.
  • Southern Company Gas net income increased to $126 million in Q2 2026 from $106 million in Q2 2025.
  • Total regulated utility customers increased 0.7% to 9 million.