Other
Increase (Decrease) in Prepaid Expense
Southern Company Increase (Decrease) in Prepaid Expense decreased by 18.3% to $98.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter.
Analysis
StatementIncome Statement
SectionOther
CategoryLiquidity
SignalContext dependent
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2016
Last reportedQ1 2026Apr 30, 2026
How to read this metric
An increase represents a cash outflow for future benefits, while a decrease indicates the utilization of previously paid services.
Detailed definition
This metric tracks the change in prepaid expenses, which are payments made in advance for goods or services to be receiv...
Peer comparison
Standard operating cash flow adjustment found in the 'Changes in Working Capital' section.
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other_increase_decrease_in_prepaid_expenseHistorical Data
4 periods
| Q1 '22 | Q2 '22 | Q1 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Value | $86.00M | $4.00M | $120.00M | $98.00M |
| QoQ Change | — | -95.3% | >999% | -18.3% |
| YoY Change | — | — | — | -18.3% |
Range$4.00M – $120.00M
Avg YoY Growth-18.3%
Median YoY Growth-18.3%
Increase (Decrease) in Prepaid Expense at Other Companies
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Southern Company's increase (decrease) in prepaid expense?
- Southern Company (SO) reported increase (decrease) in prepaid expense of $98.00M in Q1 2026.
- What does increase (decrease) in prepaid expense mean?
- The net change in payments made for future services or goods.