Southern Company - Asset Resilience Ratio
Southern Company (SO) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 2.18% as of September 2025. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing. Check SO strategic asset allocation to assess the company's strategic physical and investment asset allocation.
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Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2000–2024)
This chart shows how Southern Company's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. See debt-free asset ratio of Southern Company to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down Southern Company's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time. For market capitalisation and broader financial context, see SO company net worth.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $3.34 Billion | 2.18% |
| Short-term Investments | $0.00 | 0% |
| Total Liquid Assets | $3.34 Billion | 2.18% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Limited Liquidity: Southern Company maintains only 2.18% of assets in liquid form.
- This low level may indicate efficient asset utilization but could pose risks during economic downturns.
- The company primarily holds liquidity in cash and equivalents rather than short-term investments.
Southern Company Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare Southern Company's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
NTPC Limited
NSE:NTPC |
Utilities - Regulated Electric | 1.49% |
|
American Electric Power Co Inc
NASDAQ:AEP |
Utilities - Regulated Electric | 0.21% |
|
Elia Group SA/NV
BR:ELI |
Utilities - Regulated Electric | 0.04% |
|
Yunnan Wenshan Electric Power Co Ltd
SHG:600995 |
Utilities - Regulated Electric | 0.99% |
|
Datang HuaYin Electric Power Co Ltd
SHG:600744 |
Utilities - Regulated Electric | 2.30% |
|
Harbin Hatou Investment Co Ltd
SHG:600864 |
Utilities - Regulated Electric | 38.57% |
|
Companhiade Eletricidade do Estado da Bahia - COELBA
SA:CEEB3 |
Utilities - Regulated Electric | 3.25% |
|
Guangdong Shaoneng Group Co Ltd
SHE:000601 |
Utilities - Regulated Electric | 0.01% |
Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for Southern Company (2000–2024)
The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for Southern Company.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-31 | 0.74% | $1.07 Billion | $145.18 Billion | -1.54pp |
| 2023-12-31 | 2.28% | $3.17 Billion | $139.33 Billion | -3.72pp |
| 2022-12-31 | 5.99% | $8.09 Billion | $134.89 Billion | +4.58pp |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.41% | $1.80 Billion | $127.53 Billion | -0.56pp |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.97% | $2.43 Billion | $122.94 Billion | +0.31pp |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.66% | $1.98 Billion | $118.70 Billion | +0.47pp |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.19% | $1.40 Billion | $116.91 Billion | -0.72pp |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.92% | $2.13 Billion | $111.00 Billion | +0.12pp |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.80% | $1.98 Billion | $109.70 Billion | +1.77pp |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.03% | $22.00 Million | $78.32 Billion | +0.02pp |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.01% | $7.00 Million | $70.23 Billion | +0.01pp |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.00% | $3.00 Million | $64.55 Billion | -0.01pp |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.01% | $7.00 Million | $63.15 Billion | 0.00pp |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.01% | $8.00 Million | $59.27 Billion | -0.11pp |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.12% | $68.00 Million | $55.03 Billion | +0.04pp |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.08% | $43.00 Million | $52.05 Billion | -0.13pp |
| 2008-12-31 | 0.21% | $103.00 Million | $48.35 Billion | +0.06pp |
| 2007-12-31 | 0.15% | $68.00 Million | $45.79 Billion | +0.07pp |
| 2001-12-31 | 0.08% | $23.00 Million | $29.90 Billion | +0.06pp |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.02% | $6.00 Million | $31.26 Billion | -- |
About Southern Company
The Southern Company, through its subsidiaries, engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. The company develops, constructs, acquires, owns, and manages power generation assets, including renewable energy projects and sells electricity in the wholesale market; distributes natural gas in Illinois, Georgia, Virginia, and Tennessee; operates, constructs, and maintains … Read more