Operating
Change in Interest Payable
Southern Company Change in Interest Payable decreased by 119.5% to -$180.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. This decline may warrant attention — for this metric, higher values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementCash Flow Statement
SectionOperating
CategoryLiquidity
SignalHigher is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2020
Last reportedQ1 2026Apr 30, 2026
How to read this metric
An increase suggests the company is deferring interest payments, which can temporarily improve cash flow.
Detailed definition
This measures the change in accrued interest on debt obligations that has not yet been paid in cash. It highlights the t...
Peer comparison
Standard for capital-intensive firms with significant debt loads; peers will show similar interest accrual patterns.
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wfc_change_in_interest_payableHistorical Data
3 periods
| Q1 '22 | Q1 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | -$128.00M | -$82.00M | -$180.00M |
| QoQ Change | — | +35.9% | -119.5% |
| YoY Change | — | — | -119.5% |
Range-$180.00M – -$82.00M
Avg YoY Growth-119.5%
Median YoY Growth-119.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Southern Company's change in interest payable?
- Southern Company (SO) reported change in interest payable of -$180.00M in Q1 2026.
- What does change in interest payable mean?
- The change in the amount of interest the company owes to lenders but has not yet paid.