Southern Co
Southern Co operates in Electric Utilities.
Southern Co (SOJD) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of September 2024: $36.91 Billion USD
Based on the latest financial reports, Southern Co (SOJD) has net assets worth $36.91 Billion USD as of September 2024.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets ($143.96 Billion) and total liabilities ($107.05 Billion). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | $36.91 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 25.64% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 5.16% |
| 5-Year Change | 9.91% |
| 10-Year Change | 65.37% |
| Growth Volatility | 7.81 |
Southern Co - Net Assets Trend (1994–2023)
This chart illustrates how Southern Co's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for Southern Co (1994–2023)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Southern Co from 1994 to 2023.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-31 | $35.23 Billion | +2.01% |
| 2022-12-31 | $34.53 Billion | +6.04% |
| 2021-12-31 | $32.57 Billion | +0.13% |
| 2020-12-31 | $32.52 Billion | +1.48% |
| 2019-12-31 | $32.05 Billion | +9.27% |
| 2018-12-31 | $29.33 Billion | +13.45% |
| 2017-12-31 | $25.85 Billion | -3.28% |
| 2016-12-31 | $26.73 Billion | +20.95% |
| 2015-12-31 | $22.10 Billion | +3.75% |
| 2014-12-31 | $21.30 Billion | +5.77% |
| 2013-12-31 | $20.14 Billion | +3.92% |
| 2012-12-31 | $19.38 Billion | +5.98% |
| 2011-12-31 | $18.29 Billion | +8.14% |
| 2010-12-31 | $16.91 Billion | +8.50% |
| 2009-12-31 | $15.59 Billion | +8.55% |
| 2008-12-31 | $14.36 Billion | +6.63% |
| 2007-12-31 | $13.46 Billion | +11.14% |
| 2006-12-31 | $12.12 Billion | +7.35% |
| 2005-12-31 | $11.29 Billion | +4.11% |
| 2004-12-31 | $10.84 Billion | +7.63% |
| 2003-12-31 | $10.07 Billion | +11.80% |
| 2002-12-31 | $9.01 Billion | +7.85% |
| 2001-12-31 | $8.35 Billion | -24.47% |
| 2000-12-31 | $11.06 Billion | +7.38% |
| 1999-12-31 | $10.30 Billion | -3.77% |
| 1998-12-31 | $10.70 Billion | +1.19% |
| 1997-12-31 | $10.57 Billion | +0.04% |
| 1996-12-31 | $10.57 Billion | +17.42% |
| 1995-12-31 | $9.00 Billion | +9.98% |
| 1994-12-31 | $8.19 Billion | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Southern Co's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 291.2% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2023)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | $12.48 Billion | 39.70% |
| Common Stock | $5.42 Billion | 17.25% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $-177.00 Million | -0.56% |
| Other Components | $13.72 Billion | 43.62% |
| Total Equity | $31.44 Billion | 100.00% |
Southern Co Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Southern Co ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
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ORO
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$192.75K |
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COEUR MINING
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$192.86K |
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MEG ENERGY
BE:ME7
|
$192.88K |
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Jyske Invest Aktier AnsvUdv KL
CO:JYIAAU
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$192.89K |
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XM REALITY AB
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$192.61K |
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Strategic Acquis
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$192.58K |
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Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Southern Co's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2022 to 2023, total equity changed from 30,408,000,000 to 31,444,000,000, a change of 1,036,000,000 (3.4%).
- Net income of 3,976,000,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 3,035,000,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 10,295,000,000 reduced equity.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 10,000,000.
- Other factors increased equity by 10,400,000,000.
Equity Change Factors (2022 to 2023)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | $3.98 Billion | +12.64% |
| Dividends Paid | $3.04 Billion | -9.65% |
| Share Repurchases | $10.29 Billion | -32.74% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $-10.00 Million | -0.03% |
| Other Changes | $10.40 Billion | +33.07% |
| Total Change | $- | 3.41% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Southern Co's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 0.70x
- The company is trading below its book value, potentially indicating the market believes the assets are overvalued on the balance sheet or anticipates future losses.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 1.60x to 0.70x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1994-12-31 | $12.57 | $20.17 | x |
| 1995-12-31 | $13.19 | $20.17 | x |
| 1996-12-31 | $15.15 | $20.17 | x |
| 1997-12-31 | $14.80 | $20.17 | x |
| 1998-12-31 | $14.59 | $20.17 | x |
| 1999-12-31 | $13.95 | $20.17 | x |
| 2000-12-31 | $16.91 | $20.17 | x |
| 2001-12-31 | $12.03 | $20.17 | x |
| 2002-12-31 | $12.62 | $20.17 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | $13.76 | $20.17 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | $14.59 | $20.17 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | $15.07 | $20.17 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | $16.20 | $20.17 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | $17.69 | $20.17 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | $18.53 | $20.17 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | $19.60 | $20.17 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | $20.29 | $20.17 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | $21.34 | $20.17 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | $22.33 | $20.17 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | $22.70 | $20.17 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | $23.21 | $20.17 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | $23.39 | $20.17 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | $25.74 | $20.17 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | $24.31 | $20.17 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | $24.20 | $20.17 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | $26.37 | $20.17 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | $25.72 | $20.17 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | $26.37 | $20.17 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | $28.13 | $20.17 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | $28.64 | $20.17 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Southern Co utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 12.64%
- The company shows good efficiency in utilizing shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 15.74%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.18x
- • Equity Multiplier: 4.43x
- Recent ROE (12.64%) is above the historical average (11.73%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | 12.08% | 11.92% | 0.31x | 3.30x | $170.40 Million |
| 1995 | 12.57% | 12.02% | 0.30x | 3.48x | $225.80 Million |
| 1996 | 11.05% | 10.88% | 0.34x | 2.97x | $107.40 Million |
| 1997 | 9.59% | 7.71% | 0.36x | 3.48x | $-42.00 Million |
| 1998 | 9.61% | 8.57% | 0.32x | 3.56x | $-39.60 Million |
| 1999 | 13.33% | 11.01% | 0.30x | 4.01x | $318.70 Million |
| 2000 | 11.87% | 13.04% | 0.32x | 2.84x | $207.20 Million |
| 2001 | 15.11% | 12.43% | 0.34x | 3.57x | $426.80 Million |
| 2002 | 14.63% | 12.49% | 0.33x | 3.53x | $417.20 Million |
| 2003 | 14.64% | 13.10% | 0.32x | 3.48x | $466.90 Million |
| 2004 | 14.13% | 12.87% | 0.32x | 3.41x | $448.10 Million |
| 2005 | 14.10% | 11.74% | 0.34x | 3.53x | $462.50 Million |
| 2006 | 12.98% | 10.96% | 0.33x | 3.54x | $361.50 Million |
| 2007 | 12.88% | 11.29% | 0.34x | 3.40x | $387.50 Million |
| 2008 | 12.59% | 10.55% | 0.35x | 3.37x | $371.20 Million |
| 2009 | 10.96% | 10.85% | 0.30x | 3.34x | $149.50 Million |
| 2010 | 12.06% | 11.69% | 0.32x | 3.25x | $349.10 Million |
| 2011 | 12.40% | 12.84% | 0.30x | 3.24x | $439.50 Million |
| 2012 | 12.46% | 14.60% | 0.26x | 3.26x | $477.10 Million |
| 2013 | 8.49% | 10.01% | 0.26x | 3.21x | $-303.90 Million |
| 2014 | 9.63% | 10.98% | 0.26x | 3.36x | $-77.00 Million |
| 2015 | 11.36% | 13.81% | 0.22x | 3.67x | $289.10 Million |
| 2016 | 9.78% | 12.53% | 0.18x | 4.30x | $-55.50 Million |
| 2017 | 3.59% | 3.82% | 0.21x | 4.53x | $-1.57 Billion |
| 2018 | 8.96% | 9.54% | 0.20x | 4.67x | $-259.40 Million |
| 2019 | 17.10% | 22.20% | 0.18x | 4.27x | $1.97 Billion |
| 2020 | 11.09% | 15.38% | 0.17x | 4.35x | $307.70 Million |
| 2021 | 8.55% | 10.42% | 0.18x | 4.53x | $-408.40 Million |
| 2022 | 11.63% | 12.07% | 0.22x | 4.44x | $494.20 Million |
| 2023 | 12.64% | 15.74% | 0.18x | 4.43x | $831.60 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Southern Co's net assets metrics with peer companies in the same industry.
Industry Context
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Co (SOJD) | $36.91 Billion | 12.08% | 2.90x | $192.62K |
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| Alliance Entertainment Holding Corporation Warrants (AENTW) | $52.92 Million | 10.13% | 4.23x | $2.29 Million |
| Forafric Global PLC Warrants (AFRIW) | $5.32 Million | -457.58% | 45.29x | $2.67 Million |
| Centurion Acquisition Corp. Warrant (ALFUW) | $282.84 Million | 1.97% | 0.05x | $4.81 Million |
| Alliance Trust PLC (ALITF) | $4.04 Billion | 10.04% | 0.29x | $112.87K |
| Alvotech Warrant (ALVOW) | $-564.42 Million | 0.00% | 0.00x | $35.01 Million |