Southern Company continues its legacy as a Dividend Aristocrat by declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.72 per share, marking 77 years of uninterrupted dividend payments. Investors appreciate dividends not only for their cash flow but also for their long-term contribution to total returns, as evidenced by studies showing that dividends made up 75% of the S&P 500's returns from 1980 to 2019. The current dividend yield of 3.25% surpasses the 3% inflation rate, ensuring that shareholders maintain purchasing power.
Southern Company has maintained a remarkable 77-year streak of increasing its dividend, positioning itself as a reliable investment for passive income seekers.
With a current dividend yield of 3.25%, Southern Company outpaces the 3% U.S. inflation rate, providing a hedge against inflation for its investors.
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