Business Segments · Utilities Operating Expense, Maintenance and Operations
Reportable Segment — Utilities Operating Expense, Maintenance and Operations
Southern Company Reportable Segment — Utilities Operating Expense, Maintenance and Operations increased by 7.8% to $578.00M in Q1 2026 compared to the prior quarter. This increase may warrant attention — for this metric, lower values are generally preferred.
Analysis
StatementSegment
CategoryEfficiency
SignalLower is better
VolatilityStable
First reportedQ1 2025
Last reportedQ1 2026
Rolls up toOther operations and maintenance
How to read this metric
An increase suggests rising operational costs or aging assets, while a decrease indicates improved operational efficiency or cost-cutting measures.
Detailed definition
This encompasses the day-to-day costs of running and maintaining utility infrastructure, including labor, fuel, and rout...
Peer comparison
Standard 'O&M' expense reported by all utility peers.
Metric ID:
so_segment_reportable_segment_utilities_operating_expense_maintenance_and_operationsHistorical Data
2 periods
| Q1 '25 | Q1 '26 | |
|---|---|---|
| Value | $536.00M | $578.00M |
| QoQ Change | — | +7.8% |
| YoY Change | — | +7.8% |
Range$536.00M – $578.00M
Avg YoY Growth+7.8%
Median YoY Growth+7.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Southern Company's reportable segment — utilities operating expense, maintenance and operations?
- Southern Company (SO) reported reportable segment — utilities operating expense, maintenance and operations of $578.00M in Q1 2026.
- What does reportable segment — utilities operating expense, maintenance and operations mean?
- The routine costs of operating and maintaining utility equipment and facilities.