Exelon [EXC] vs Southern Company [SO] Detailed Stock Comparison
Exelon
NASDAQ
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Southern Company
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Exelon wins in 8 metrics, Southern Company wins in 11 metrics, with 0 ties. Southern Company appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Exelon | Southern Company | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.50 | 23.86 | Exelon |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 1.59 | 2.99 | Exelon |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 176.87 | 189.66 | Exelon |
| PEG Ratio | -1.24 | -0.87 | Exelon |
| EV/EBITDA | 11.93 | 13.01 | Exelon |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 11.17% | 15.10% | Southern Company |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 17.28% | 28.08% | Southern Company |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 17.28% | 28.08% | Southern Company |
| Return on Equity | 9.87% | 11.23% | Southern Company |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 2.73% | 3.39% | Southern Company |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-1.53B | $833.00M | Southern Company |
| Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.44% | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | 9.53% | 4.78% | Exelon |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 1.84 | 3.58 | Exelon |
| Enterprise Value | $91.97B | $173.87B | Southern Company |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 3.87 | 6.13 | Exelon |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 40.72% | 50.05% | Southern Company |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $24 | $26 | Southern Company |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $2.63 | $3.87 | Southern Company |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.49 | 0.39 | Southern Company |
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Exelon vs Southern Company Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exelon | -1.02% | 2.31% | -0.83% | 2.62% | 1.49% | 17.45% |
| Southern Company | -0.76% | 3.03% | 1.37% | 3.87% | 6.22% | 15.04% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exelon | 9.53% | 18.07% | 72.57% | 107.95% | 44.12% | 16.03% |
| Southern Company | 4.78% | 38.84% | 67.81% | 111.26% | 154.20% | 164.01% |
News Based Sentiment: Exelon vs Southern Company
Exelon
News based Sentiment: MIXED
September brought a blend of positive and negative developments for Exelon. While institutional investment increased and the company reaffirmed its commitment to dividends and sustainability, regulatory reviews and diverging analyst opinions created a mixed outlook. This suggests a stable but not rapidly growing investment.
Southern Company
News based Sentiment: MIXED
September presented a mixed bag for Southern Company. While the company reaffirmed its guidance and continued to invest in growth areas like renewables and data center infrastructure, the negative outlook from Moody's due to increased debt is a significant concern. This creates a complex investment narrative with both opportunities and risks.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Exelon vs Southern Company
| Metric | EXC | SO |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $43.83B | $103.10B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 5,680,979 | 5,335,641 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 5,593,453 | 4,553,140 |
| Last Close | $43.78 | $93.69 |
| 52 Week Range | $35.94 - $48.11 | $80.46 - $96.44 |
| % from 52W High | -9.00% | -2.85% |
| All-Time High | $65.71 (Jul 07, 2008) | $96.44 (Jul 22, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -33.37% | -2.85% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.01% | 0.08% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | -0.13% | -0.27% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.11% | 0.15% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.17% | 0.28% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.10% | 0.11% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 176.87 | 189.66 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $27.35 | $30.92 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.72 | $1.15 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $5.83B | $9.22B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-1,859,124,992 | $-1,096,749,952 |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.44% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $2.16 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Exelon vs Southern Company
| Metric | EXC | SO |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 16.50 | 23.86 |
| Forward P/E | 16.50 | 21.37 |
| PEG Ratio | -1.24 | -0.87 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 1.84 | 3.58 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 1.59 | 2.99 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $43.83B | $103.10B |
| Enterprise Value | $91.97B | $173.87B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 3.87 | 6.13 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 11.93 | 13.01 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.49 | 0.39 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $27.35 | $30.92 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Exelon vs Southern Company
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | EXC | SO |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $5.43B | $6.97B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $3.22B | $3.48B |
| Gross Profit | $2.21B | $3.49B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $925.00M | $1.76B |
| EBITDA | $1.89B | $3.39B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $461.00M | $1.14B |
| Income Tax | $70.00M | $289.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $391.00M | $853.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | EXC | SO |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $1.00B | $2.33B |
| Total Current Assets | $8.80B | $11.82B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $8.10B | $13.77B |
| Long-Term Debt | $45.73B | $64.24B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $27.61B | $37.22B |
| Retained Earnings | $6.93B | $14.29B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $3.01B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | EXC | SO |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $1.60B | $1.94B |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | $-2.44B |
| Free Cash Flow | $-746.00M | $-1.19B |
| Debt Repayment | $-775.00M | $-876.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | EXC | SO |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 24.90M | 34.80M |
| Short Ratio | 4.03 | 6.85 |
| Short % of Float | 0.03% | 0.03% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 5,680,979 | 5,335,641 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 5,593,453 | 4,553,140 |
| Shares Outstanding | 1.01B | 1.10B |
| Float Shares | 1.01B | 1.10B |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.89% | 0.72% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Exelon vs Southern Company
| Metric | EXC | SO |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | $2.16 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | 2.44% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | $2.34 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | 0.93% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | $7.02 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | Feb 18, 2025 |