Business Segments · Depreciation and amortization(b)
Reportable Segment — Depreciation and amortization(b)
Southern Company Reportable Segment — Depreciation and amortization(b) decreased by 3.8% to $484.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter.
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2025
Last reportedQ1 2026Apr 30, 2026
Rolls up toDepreciation and amortization(b)
How to read this metric
An increase reflects a growing asset base or shorter useful life estimates, while a decrease may suggest aging assets that are fully depreciated.
Detailed definition
This represents the systematic allocation of the cost of long-lived utility assets over their useful lives. As utilities...
Peer comparison
Standard 'Depreciation and Amortization' reported by all capital-intensive firms.
Metric ID:
so_segment_reportable_segment_depreciation_and_amortization_bHistorical Data
2 periods
| Q1 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Value | $503.00M | $484.00M |
| QoQ Change | — | -3.8% |
| YoY Change | — | -3.8% |
Range$484.00M – $503.00M
Avg YoY Growth-3.8%
Median YoY Growth-3.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Southern Company's reportable segment — depreciation and amortization(b)?
- Southern Company (SO) reported reportable segment — depreciation and amortization(b) of $484.00M in Q1 2026.
- What does reportable segment — depreciation and amortization(b) mean?
- The non-cash cost of wearing out or aging utility infrastructure over time.