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Southern Company

Gulf Power is a U.S. investor-owned electric utility with all of its common stock owned by Atlanta-based Southern Company. Gulf Power Company is headquartered in Pensacola, Florida, and has a service territory that spans 7,550 square miles (19,600 km2) in 10 counties and 71 towns in northwest Florida. Gulf Power has approximately 428,000 customers in Florida.

Gulf Power

The Southern Co is a holding company, which engages in the generation and sale of electricity. It operates through the following segments: Traditional Electric Operating Companies, Southern Power, and Southern Company Gas. The Traditional Electric Operating Companies segment refers to vertically integrated utilities that own generation, transmission and distribution facilities, and supplies electric services in the states of Alabama, Georgia, Florida, and Mississippi. The Southern Power segment constructs, acquires, owns, and manages generation assets such as renewable energy projects and sells electricity in the wholesale market. The Southern Company Gas segment distributes natural gas through natural gas distribution facilities in the states of Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, New Jersey, Florida, Tennessee, and Maryland. The company was founded on November 9, 1945, and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA.

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Southern Company surpasses 2022 targets, faces Vogtle project delays

Southern Company excelled in 2022 with strong financial performance and operational achievements.
Challenges include project delays, lower industrial sales, and credit metric impacts.
Opportunities lie in cost benefits from lower gas prices, management continuity, and credit agency actions.
Strategic investments in clean energy and a focus on long-term EPS growth support future prospects.

Southern Company reports Q1 earnings dip, Vogtle progress on track

Southern Company's Q1 2023 performance reflects mixed results with challenges in industrial sales offset by growth in retail and positive dividend news.
The company remains focused on Plant Vogtle Units 3 and 4 progress, aiming for operational milestones and financial stability post-completion.
While facing financial guidance adjustments and Unit 4 timeline uncertainties, Southern Company is optimistic about future growth opportunities and cost efficiencies.
Confidence in achieving a competitive risk-adjusted return and industry leadership underscores the company's strategic vision and commitment to shareholder value.

Southern Company surpasses Q2 earnings estimates, eyes dividend growth

Southern Company's Q2 2023 performance exceeded expectations, driven by favorable weather conditions and successful project milestones at Plant Vogtle.
The company's strengths lie in its commitment to reliability, customer-centricity, and potential dividend growth, supported by strategic capital investments.
Challenges include lower industrial sales, meeting operational timelines, and balancing cost management with growth initiatives.
Opportunities in renewable energy, Georgia's economic development, and technology advancements position Southern Company for sustainable growth and value creation.

Southern Company reports strong Q3 earnings, eyes sustainability and energy innovation

Southern Company's Q3 2023 Earnings Call highlighted strong financial performance, strategic acquisitions, and a focus on sustainability. Despite challenges with pending litigation and regulatory uncertainties, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in energy innovation and potential dividend growth. By actively exploring green hydrogen and expanding its carbon-free generating capacity, Southern Company demonstrates a commitment to long-term sustainability and growth.

Southern Company excels in 2023, faces rate growth challenges

Southern Company's strong financial performance in 2023, coupled with key achievements and customer recognition, positions it well for growth. While facing challenges in rate base growth trajectory and debt funding, opportunities in EPS growth and rate decreases offer potential. Managing load growth impact and uncertainties in Georgia PSC elections are key focus areas for the company.

Southern Company excels in Q1 2024, eyes growth amid challenges

Southern Company's Q1 2024 showcased strong financial performance, marked by increased EPS, dividend growth, and successful commercial operation of Plant Vogtle Unit 4. The company benefits from a robust retail sales increase, a strong labor market, and a strategic focus on future growth opportunities. However, challenges around regulations, nuclear energy adoption, and data center impacts require careful navigation.

Southern Company excels in Q2, eyes growth amid challenges

Southern Company's Q2 2024 performance reflects strong financial results and operational achievements, positioning the company for future growth.
With a focus on execution, customer value, and community support, Southern Company is well-positioned to capitalize on market opportunities.
Challenges in maintaining growth momentum and operational efficiency require strategic planning and proactive risk management.
Overall, Southern Company's performance, strengths, and opportunities indicate a positive outlook for continued success and value creation.

Southern Company reports resilient Q3 earnings amidst Hurricane Helene impact

Southern Company's Q3 performance reflects resilience and growth, despite challenges posed by Hurricane Helene's significant costs.
The company's strategic strengths lie in its financial stability, disciplined growth approach, and commitment to customer service.
While facing challenges from severe weather events, Southern Company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities for future growth and market expansion.
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Milestone is pivotal prior to startup testing and commercial operation ATLANTA , Aug. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today the process to load fuel into the Vogtle Unit 4 reactor core has begun at Plant Vogtle near Waynesboro, Ga. Loading fuel marks a pivotal milestone toward startup and commercial operation of the second new unit at Plant Vogtle.

Vogtle Unit 4 starts nuclear fuel load

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Southern Company (SO) guided earnings per share of $3.55-$3.65 for this year and $1.30 for the September quarter.

Southern (SO) Beats on Q2 Earnings, Maintains Vogtle Timeline

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Southern Company achieves a major milestone with the launch of Vogtle Unit 3, becoming a leader in America's return to nuclear energy. The completion of Vogtle Unit 4 is progressing well, and the company is exploring opportunities in green hydrogen production. Despite challenges in the past, SO's commitment to reducing emissions and its solid dividend track record make it an attractive option for income-oriented investors.

Southern Company: A Top-Tier Utility Yielding 4%, Trading 16% Below Its Highs

Southern has just linked the first new nuclear power plant in decades to the U.S. grid. There's one more nuclear power plant to go, which will likely go online in late 2023 or early 2024.

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Southern Company's share price has slightly outperformed the sector due to the partial completion of the Vogtle nuclear power plant. Southern Company serves millions of electric and gas customers across multiple states. The trend towards Performance-Based Regulation in the utility sector makes Southern Company an attractive investment due to its supportive regulatory environment.

Southern Company: Long-Term Buy For One Of The Sector's Best Regulatory Profiles

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The Southern Company (NYSE:SO ) Q2 2023 Earnings Conference Call August 3, 2023 1:00 PM ET Company Participants Scott Gammill - Vice President, Investor Relations and Treasurer Chris Womack - President & Chief Executive Officer Dan Tucker - Chief Financial Officer Conference Call Participants Shahriar Pourreza - Guggenheim Partners Carly Davenport - Goldman Sachs Julien Dumoulin-Smith - Bank of America Jeremy Tonet – JPMorgan David Arcaro - Morgan Stanley Durgesh Chopra - Evercore ISI Nick Campanella - Barclays Angie Storozynski - Seaport Operator Good afternoon. My name is Tommy, and I will be your conference operator today.

The Southern Company (SO) Q2 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

Although the revenue and EPS for Southern Co. (SO) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended June 2023, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

Southern Co. (SO) Q2 Earnings: How Key Metrics Compare to Wall Street Estimates

Southern Co. (SO) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.79 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.74 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.07 per share a year ago.

Southern Co. (SO) Tops Q2 Earnings Estimates

Next Generation Natural Gas is sourced from environmentally conscious producers, critical to achieving a sustainable, affordable energy future while reducing greenhouse gas emissions CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. , Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- With a continued commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, Chattanooga Gas announced today that 100% of the natural gas supply for its residential and small business customers is procured, transported or delivered by companies that are reducing their methane emissions.

100% of Chattanooga Gas' fuel supply for residential and small business customers now from Next Generation Natural Gas

ATLANTA , Aug. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today reported second-quarter earnings of $838 million, or 77 cents per share, in 2023 compared with earnings of $1.1 billion, or $1.04 per share, in the second quarter of 2022. For the six months ended June 30, 2023, Southern Company reported earnings of $1.7 billion, or $1.56 per share, compared with $2.1 billion, or $2.01 per share, for the same period in 2022.

Southern Company reports second-quarter 2023 earnings

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. , Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jason Davis has been named vice president of Alabama Power's Southeast Division, while Jean Lynch has been named the electric utility company's vice president of Human Resources.

Jason Davis Named Vice President of Southeast Division, Jean Lynch Named Vice President of Human Resources

While new customer additions are likely to have boosted Southern Company's (SO) profit levels in the second quarter, lower fuel and retail electric sales might have offset those gains.

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Southern Co. SO, -0.70% said Monday its Georgia Power Co. unit notified the Georgia Public Service Commission that the nuclear Plant Vogtle Unit 3 reached commercial operation and has been placed in service. The milestone comes 14 years after construction on the plant began in 2009.

Southern Co. Vogtle Unit 3 plant placed into service after 14-year construction process

New nuclear unit now serving customers with clean, reliable energy 24/7 ATLANTA , July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power declared today that Plant Vogtle Unit 3 has entered commercial operation and is now serving customers and the State of Georgia. The new unit represents a long-term investment in the state's clean energy future and will provide reliable, emissions-free energy to customers for decades to come.

Vogtle Unit 3 goes into operation

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Finding marks a critical step leading up to Vogtle Unit 4 fuel load Georgia Power, Southern Nuclear look to next steps, startup process for the new unit ATLANTA , July 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power announced today the receipt of the 103(g) finding from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) for Vogtle Unit 4. This finding was confirmed in an official letter received by Southern Nuclear and signifies that the new unit has been constructed and will be operated in conformance with the Combined License and NRC regulations.

Vogtle Unit 4 has received the 103(g) finding from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission

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ATLANTA , July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Forbes has recognized Southern Company on its 2023 list of America's Best Employers for Women. Ranked No.

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Southern's (SO) unit, Georgia Power, achieves a milestone with Vogtle 3 & 4 nuclear units meeting safety standards. It awaits NRC's approval for Unit 4's fuel load and startup.

Southern (SO) Awaits NRC Approval for Unit 4's Fuel Load

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Georgia Power awaits Nuclear Regulatory Commission 103(g) finding required to load fuel ATLANTA , July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Georgia Power announced completion of another important step in the startup and operation of the new nuclear units at the Vogtle 3 & 4 nuclear expansion site near Waynesboro, Ga. The company shared that Southern Nuclear has submitted documentation that all 364 inspections, tests and analyses have been performed and all acceptance criteria, collectively known as ITAACs, have been met on Vogtle Unit 4 as required by Southern Nuclear's Combined Operating License.

All ITAACs have been submitted for Vogtle Unit 4

Southern Company once again named among Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion  ATLANTA , July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 2023 Disability Equality Index (DEI) has rated Southern Company as one of the "Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion." For the seventh consecutive year, Southern Company joins an elite group of companies with a 100 percent score on the DEI for a strong dedication to leading disability-inclusion practices.

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