Operating

Change in Accrued Comp

Southern Company Change in Accrued Comp decreased by 11.5% to -$599.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter.

Analysis

StatementCash Flow Statement
SectionOperating
CategoryEfficiency
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2013
Last reportedQ1 2026Apr 30, 2026

How to read this metric

An increase acts as a source of cash, while a decrease reflects the payout of accrued bonuses or compensation.

Detailed definition

This tracks the change in liabilities related to employee wages, bonuses, and benefits that have been earned but not yet...

Peer comparison

Standard across all companies; reflects internal compensation policies and seasonal payment patterns.

Metric ID: change_in_accrued_compensation

Historical Data

3 periods
 Q1 '22Q1 '25Q1 '26
Value-$470.00M-$537.00M-$599.00M
QoQ Change-14.3%-11.5%
YoY Change-11.5%
Range-$599.00M-$470.00M
Avg YoY Growth-11.5%
Median YoY Growth-11.5%
Current Streak2+ quarters decline

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Southern Company's change in accrued comp?
Southern Company (SO) reported change in accrued comp of -$599.00M in Q1 2026.
What does change in accrued comp mean?
The change in unpaid wages and bonuses owed to employees.