| Metric | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $20,375 | $23,113 | $29,279 | $25,253 | $26,724 |
| Gross Profit | $4,885 | $3,698 | $5,370 | $5,826 | $7,068 |
| Operating Income | $4,885 | $3,698 | $5,370 | $5,826 | $7,068 |
| Net Income | $3,103 | $2,309 | $3,428 | $3,849 | $4,260 |

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| Metric | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $20,375 | $23,113 | $29,279 | $25,253 | $26,724 |
| Gross Profit | $4,885 | $3,698 | $5,370 | $5,826 | $7,068 |
| Operating Income | $4,885 | $3,698 | $5,370 | $5,826 | $7,068 |
| Net Income | $3,103 | $2,309 | $3,428 | $3,849 | $4,260 |
Over the past five years, The Southern Company’s revenue has generally trended upward, indicating a period of expansion with notable fluctuations. Starting at $20,375 million in 2020, revenue increased to $23,113 million in 2021 and surged to $29,279 million in 2022. However, the revenue figure dipped to $25,253 million in 2023 before partially rebounding to $26,724 million in 2024. This trajectory suggests that while the company experienced strong growth in the early part of the period, external factors or internal adjustments may have led to a temporary setback in 2023. Such fluctuations could be related to shifts in energy demand, regulatory changes, or strategic operational decisions, common in the competitive utility sector. Gross profit, operating income, and net income showed consistent improvements over the reviewed period. Although 2020 started with a gross profit of $4,885 million, the company managed to boost this figure to $7,068 million by 2024—a clear indication of improving operational efficiency. Net income followed a similar trend, rising from $3,103 million in 2020 to $4,260 million in 2024, despite a noticeable dip in 2021. The relatively tight alignment between gross profit, operating income, and net income suggests that margins have remained steady without significant cost leaks. Given Southern Company's position as a major utility provider in a regulated industry, these data-driven results reflect a stable financial health and sustainability, reinforcing investor confidence in its ability to navigate market fluctuations while delivering consistent operational performance.
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