Analysis for SO
$89.18
-0.20
(-0.22%)
- 📈 Growth — 22/30
- 💰 Profitability — 18/20
- 🏦 Financial Health — 16/20
- 💵 Valuation — 12/20
- ⚠️ Risk — 4/10
Overall Score: 74/100
Summary:
📈 Growth & Financial Trajectory
From 2024-Q3 to 2026-Q2, revenues moved from about $7.274B to $6.977B, a modest decline, while net income rose from about $0.466B to $1.188B. Over the eight quarters, revenue fluctuated in a narrow band around 6.9–7.8B; earnings expanded, with peak profitability in late 2025 and early 2026, signaling improved earnings quality despite flat top-line.
💰 Margins & Cash Flow
- Operating margin rose from roughly 14-15% in 2024 to ~37% in late 2025; latest quarters show 25-30%, reflecting strong operating leverage.
- Net cash flow from operating activities was solid in most quarters (Q4 2024 through Q4 2025), but Q2 2026 shows -$1.702B net cash flow due to investing; capex intensity persists.
🛡️ Balance Sheet & Liquidity
Total assets around $140–$162B, liabilities around $110–$120B, and equity near $38–$42B, implying a modest equity cushion. Regular operating cash flow supports liquidity; long-term liabilities remain a watch item given ongoing capex.
⚠️ Key Drivers & Risks
- Drivers: Regulated utility framework and ongoing infrastructure/clean energy investments.
- Risks: Higher debt burden capex sensitivity and regulatory/interest-rate exposure.
📊 Key Financial Fundamentals
Valuation Multiples
Market Cap
$99.20B
P/E Ratio
21.30
Forward P/E
19.76
P/S Ratio
3.43
P/B Ratio
2.73
EV / EBITDA
13.16
Profitability & Returns
Gross Margin
40.04%
Operating Margin
25.26%
Net Margin
16.10%
ROE
12.61%
ROIC
4.21%
Financial Health & Liquidity
Current Ratio
0.79
Quick Ratio
0.55
Financial Scale & Cash Flow
Revenue
$28.92B
Net Income
$4.66B
FCF Yield
0.56%
Free Cash Flow
$0.56B
Total Debt To Equity
1.91