Rating Change
Truist Securities reiterated its Hold rating on The Southern Company (NYSE:SOMN) on August 13, 2026.
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Truist Securities Reiterates Hold Rating on The Southern Company (SOMN)
Truist Securities reiterated its Hold rating on The Southern Company (NYSE:SOMN) on August 13, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
The Southern Company (NYSE:SOMN) · reiterate
- Firm
- Truist Securities
- Rating
- Hold to Hold
- Price at event
- $49.11
- Market capitalization
- $53.4B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Truist Securities reiterated a Hold rating on The Southern Company (SOMN) on August 13, 2026, with the stock trading at $49.11 and a market capitalization of $53.4 billion.
Market Context
The Southern Company operates in the Utilities sector. The stock currently trades at $49.11 with a market capitalization of $53.4B.
Analyst coverage from Truist Securities provides professional research and price targets that many institutional investors reference when making allocation decisions. The consensus of analyst opinions — along with the range of price targets — helps frame market expectations for The Southern Company.
Analyst ratings and price targets are one input among many for investment decisions. Historical studies show that consensus analyst recommendations have mixed predictive power on their own, but significant changes in consensus — such as multiple upgrades or downgrades in a short period — can be more meaningful signals.
Recent Analyst Activity for The Southern Company
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 2 Buy, 6 Hold, 2 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 13, 2026 | Truist Securities | Hold | N/A |
| Jul 27, 2026 | BMO Capital | Outperform | N/A |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Keybanc | Underweight | N/A |
| Jul 22, 2026 | BMO Capital | Outperform | N/A |
| Jul 16, 2026 | JP Morgan | Neutral | N/A |
Related Tools: Analyst Ratings Dashboard | View SOMN Stock Page
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Hold rating mean for SOMN?
A rating of Hold from Truist Securities reflects the analyst's outlook on The Southern Company (NYSE:SOMN). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
Browse recent upgrades and downgrades on our Analyst Ratings Dashboard or the SOMN forecast page.