Southern Company announces quarterly dividend
Southern Company has declared a quarterly dividend of 68 cents per share on common stock, set for payment on December 6, 2022. Shareholders of record by November 21, 2022 will receive this dividend. This marks over 70 years of consistent dividend payments at or above the previous quarter's rate. The company serves around 9 million customers, providing reliable energy across multiple states with a commitment to innovation and sustainability.
- Quarterly dividend of 68 cents per share underscores financial stability.
- More than 70 years of uninterrupted dividend payments reflects strong shareholder value.
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ATLANTA, Oct. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern Company today announced a regular quarterly dividend of 68 cents per share on the company's common stock, payable Dec. 6, 2022, to shareholders of record as of Nov. 21, 2022.
For more than 70 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 company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally. Southern Company was named the No. 2 Best Large Employer in America in Forbes magazine's 2022 rankings. Additional accolades have been received from the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Fortune's "World's Most Admired Companies" list, and the Women's Choice Award, to name a few. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.
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