Southern Company (SO) has demonstrated resilience, with its share price increasing 29.1% year to date, reaching the 52-week high of $90.59 yesterday. This gain significantly outperforms the broader utility sector, which has increased 19.6% in the same time. Additionally, SO has outperformed its key competitors in the Electric Power utility sub-industry, including DTE Energy Company (DTE) , E.ON SE (EONGY) and Enel SpA (ENLAY) . Given the recent Federal Reserve interest rate cut of 0.50%, investors are incre ...

Southern Co. (SO) closed the latest trading day at $88.86, indicating a -0.17% change from the previous session's end. The stock's performance was behind the S&P 500's daily gain of 1.7%. Meanwhile, the Dow gained 1.26%, and the Nasdaq, a tech-heavy index, added 2.51%. Shares of the power company have appreciated by 1.64% over the course of the past month, underperforming the Utilities sector's gain of 4.97% and outperforming the S&P 500's gain of 1.27%. The investment community will be closely monitoring t ...

HOUSTON, Sept. 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FibroBiologics, Inc. (Nasdaq: FBLG) ("FibroBiologics"), a clinical-stage biotechnology company with 160+ patents issued and pending with a focus on the development of therapeutics and potential cures for chronic diseases using fibroblasts and fibroblastderived materials, today announced that it has engaged with Southern Star Research to provide clinical research organization (CRO) services for FibroBiologics in Australia. Initial CRO services will include preparat ...

For Immediate Releases Chicago, IL – September 19, 2024 – Zacks.com announces the list of stocks featured in the Analyst Blog. Every day the Zacks Equity Research analysts discuss the latest news and events impacting stocks and the financial markets. Stocks recently featured in the blog include: The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) , The Southern Co. (SO) and Infosys Ltd. (INFY) , Kewaunee Scientific Corp. (KEQU) and Friedman Industries, Inc. (FRD) . Here are highlights from Thursday's Analyst Blog: Top Stock Reports ...

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla., Sept. 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Del Taco, the nation's second-largest Mexican quick service restaurant,* announced the opening of the newest location at 19001 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte, Florida. This is the brand's first location in Port Charlotte and the third location for the franchisees that brought Del Taco's bold flavors and sleek design to Bradenton. Featuring Del Taco's sleek, contemporary Fresh Flex layout, the Port Charlotte restaurant invites customers to "Go Bold" wi ...

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With three wildfires still ablaze in San Bernardino County, Orange County, Riverside County and Los Angeles County, California, Verizon is bolstering its support to the affected communities by way of a $25,000 donation to the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region. This donation aims to aid those displaced by the fires. "These wildfires have devastated families and communities, and our hearts are with everyone affected," said Steven Keller, Pacific Market Pr ...

In the latest trading session, Southern Co. (SO) closed at $89.44, marking a +1.07% move from the previous day. This change outpaced the S&P 500's 0.54% gain on the day. Elsewhere, the Dow saw an upswing of 0.72%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq appreciated by 0.65%. The power company's stock has climbed by 1.7% in the past month, falling short of the Utilities sector's gain of 4.65% and the S&P 500's gain of 4.86%. Market participants will be closely following the financial results of Southern Co. in its upcom ...

Health Net Assisting Members During State of Emergency SACRAMENTO, Calif., Sept. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to Gov. Gavin Newsom's declared state of emergency in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, Health Net, one of California's most experienced Medi-Cal managed care health plans and company of Centene Corporation (NYSE: CNC), is providing special assistance to assist members affected by the Bridge and Airport fires. Health Net is committed to ensuring its members have uni ...

BofA Securities analyst Ken Hoexter reiterated the Buy rating on Norfolk Southern Corporation NSC, with a price objective of $259. Norfolk Southern has appointed Mark George as President & CEO, replacing Alan Shaw, who was terminated for violating company policies. The board's decision follows an investigation revealing Shaw's inappropriate relationship with the company's Chief Legal Officer. Norfolk Southern has reaffirmed its 2024 targets, aiming for a 66% full-year operating ratio with a 64% – 65% target ...

Expanded reuse and recycling market opportunities follow successful Rheaply pilot NAPERVILLE, Ill., Sept. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nicor Gas is partnering with Rheaply to expand its regional Reuse Marketplace to businesses throughout the company's Northern Illinois service territory. The reuse marketplace is now available to an additional 650 communities, helping to drive the reuse of surplus inventory and materials coming out of businesses such as furniture, fixtures, equipment and other building products. ...