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NASDAQ:AEP

American Electric Power (AEP) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$84.80
+2.32 (+2.81%)
(As of 03/27/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$82.79
$84.83
50-Day Range
$75.94
$85.19
52-Week Range
$69.38
$96.05
Volume
2.91 million shs
Average Volume
4.09 million shs
Market Capitalization
$44.65 billion
P/E Ratio
19.95
Dividend Yield
4.15%
Price Target
$87.08

American Electric Power MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Hold
2.33 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
2.7% Upside
$87.08 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
2.22% of Shares Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-5.43
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.56mentions of American Electric Power in the last 14 days
Based on 11 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
6.86%
From $5.54 to $5.92 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

4.14 out of 5 stars

Utilities Sector

36th out of 89 stocks

Electric Services Industry

16th out of 38 stocks

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About American Electric Power Stock (NASDAQ:AEP)

American Electric Power Company, Inc., an electric public utility holding company, engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity for sale to retail and wholesale customers in the United States. It operates through Vertically Integrated Utilities, Transmission and Distribution Utilities, AEP Transmission Holdco, and Generation & Marketing segments. The company generates electricity using coal and lignite, natural gas, renewable, nuclear, hydro, solar, wind, and other energy sources. It also supplies and markets electric power at wholesale to other electric utility companies, rural electric cooperatives, municipalities, and other market participants. American Electric Power Company, Inc. was incorporated in 1906 and is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio.

AEP Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Ex-Dividend for 3/8 Dividend
2/08/2024
Last Earnings
2/27/2024
Dividend Payable
3/08/2024
Today
3/28/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
5/02/2024
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Sector
Utilities
Industry
Electric services
Sub-Industry
N/A
Current Symbol
NASDAQ:AEP
CIK
4904
Employees
17,250
Year Founded
1906

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$87.08
High Stock Price Target
$100.00
Low Stock Price Target
$73.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+2.7%
Consensus Rating
Hold
Rating Score (0-4)
2.33
Research Coverage
12 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$2.21 billion
Pretax Margin
11.64%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$18.98 billion
Cash Flow
$11.49 per share
Book Value
$48.06 per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
525,958,000
Market Cap
$44.65 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.51

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Key Executives

  • Mr. Benjamin Gwynn Stonestreet Fowke III (Age 66)
    Interim President, Interim CEO & Director
    Comp: $153.13k
  • Mr. Charles E. ZebulaMr. Charles E. Zebula (Age 63)
    Executive VP & CFO
    Comp: $953.29k
  • Mr. David M. Feinberg (Age 54)
    Executive VP, General Counsel & Secretary
    Comp: $1.12M
  • Mr. Christian T. Beam (Age 55)
    Executive Vice President of Energy Services
    Comp: $976.4k
  • Ms. Peggy I. Simmons (Age 46)
    Executive Vice President of Utilities
    Comp: $892.98k
  • Ms. Kate Sturgess (Age 38)
    Senior VP, Controller, Chief Accounting Officer & Principal Accounting Officer
  • Ms. Therace M. RischMs. Therace M. Risch (Age 51)
    Executive VP and Chief Information & Technology Officer
  • Darcy Reese
    Vice President of Investor Relations
  • Gina E. Mazzei-Smith (Age 57)
    Chief Compliance Officer
  • Mr. Phillip R. Ulrich (Age 53)
    Executive VP & Chief Human Resources Officer

Should I Buy American Electric Power Stock? AEP Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of American Electric Power was last updated on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 11:19 PM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in American Electric Power Company, Inc.:

  • American Electric Power Company, Inc. operates through various segments, including Vertically Integrated Utilities, Transmission and Distribution Utilities, AEP Transmission Holdco, and Generation & Marketing, providing diversified revenue streams.
  • The company generates electricity using a mix of energy sources, including renewable sources like solar and wind, positioning itself well in the transition towards cleaner energy.
  • American Electric Power Company, Inc. supplies and markets electric power at wholesale, expanding its market reach and revenue potential.
  • Recent developments in the energy sector have increased demand for renewable energy sources, benefiting companies like American Electric Power Company, Inc.
  • Current stock price trends indicate a positive outlook for the company, potentially offering investors a good entry point.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in American Electric Power Company, Inc. for these reasons:

  • The traditional reliance on coal and other non-renewable energy sources may pose risks as environmental regulations become stricter, impacting the company's operations and profitability.
  • Volatility in energy markets can affect the company's financial performance, leading to uncertainties for investors.
  • Competition in the energy sector is intense, with other companies also investing in renewable energy sources, potentially affecting American Electric Power Company, Inc.'s market share.
  • Regulatory changes in the energy industry could impact the company's operations and financial results, creating additional risks for investors.
  • Market conditions and economic factors can influence the demand for electricity, affecting the company's revenue and profitability.

AEP Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell American Electric Power stock right now?

12 Wall Street equities research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for American Electric Power in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 sell ratings, 4 hold ratings and 6 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street equities research analysts is that investors should "hold" AEP shares. A hold rating indicates that analysts believe investors should maintain any existing positions they have in AEP, but not buy additional shares or sell existing shares.
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What is American Electric Power's stock price target for 2024?

12 brokerages have issued 12 month price objectives for American Electric Power's stock. Their AEP share price targets range from $73.00 to $100.00. On average, they expect the company's share price to reach $87.08 in the next year. This suggests a possible upside of 2.7% from the stock's current price.
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How have AEP shares performed in 2024?

American Electric Power's stock was trading at $81.22 at the beginning of the year. Since then, AEP stock has increased by 4.4% and is now trading at $84.80.
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Are investors shorting American Electric Power?

American Electric Power saw a increase in short interest in March. As of March 15th, there was short interest totaling 11,700,000 shares, an increase of 17.6% from the February 29th total of 9,950,000 shares. Based on an average daily trading volume, of 3,970,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 2.9 days.
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When is American Electric Power's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, May 2nd 2024.
View our AEP earnings forecast
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How were American Electric Power's earnings last quarter?

American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP) released its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, February, 27th. The company reported $1.23 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.26 by $0.03. The firm earned $4.60 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $5.12 billion. American Electric Power had a net margin of 11.64% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 11.04%. The business's quarterly revenue was down 6.1% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $1.05 earnings per share.
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How often does American Electric Power pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for American Electric Power?

American Electric Power declared a quarterly dividend on Friday, January 19th. Investors of record on Friday, February 9th will be given a dividend of $0.88 per share on Friday, March 8th. This represents a $3.52 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 4.15%. The ex-dividend date is Thursday, February 8th.
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Is American Electric Power a good dividend stock?

American Electric Power (NASDAQ:AEP) pays an annual dividend of $3.52 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 4.24%. AEP has a dividend yield higher than 75% of all dividend-paying stocks, making it a leading dividend payer. The company has been increasing its dividend for 14 consecutive years, indicating the company has a strong committment to maintain and grow its dividend. The dividend payout ratio is 82.82%. Payout ratios above 75% are not desirable because they may not be sustainable. Based on earnings estimates, AEP will have a dividend payout ratio of 59.46% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
Read our dividend analysis for AEP.

What guidance has American Electric Power issued on next quarter's earnings?

American Electric Power updated its FY 2024 earnings guidance on Tuesday, February, 27th. The company provided earnings per share (EPS) guidance of 5.530-5.730 for the period, compared to the consensus EPS estimate of 5.730. The company issued revenue guidance of -.

Who are American Electric Power's major shareholders?

American Electric Power's stock is owned by many different institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Vanguard Group Inc. (9.36%), Vanguard Group Inc. (9.36%), Wellington Management Group LLP (5.40%), Royal Bank of Canada (1.36%), Nuveen Asset Management LLC (1.30%) and Massachusetts Financial Services Co. MA (1.15%). Insiders that own company stock include Charles E Zebula, Charles R Patton, David Matthew Feinberg, Greg B Hall, Jospeh M Buonaiuto, Julia A Sloat, Lisa M Barton, Nicholas K Akins, Paul Chodak III and Therace Risch.
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How do I buy shares of American Electric Power?

Shares of AEP stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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Does American Electric Power have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of American Electric Power: AEP Energy Supply LLC, AEP Generating Company, AEP Generation Resources Inc., AEP Texas Central Transition Funding II LLC, AEP Texas Central Transition Funding III LLC, AEP Texas Inc., AEP Texas North Generation Company LLC, AEP Transmission Company, AEP Transmission Holding Company, American Electric Power Service Corporation, Appalachian Consumer Rate Relief Funding LLC, Appalachian Power Company, BlueStar Energy Solutions, Central and South West Corp, Indiana Michigan Power Company, Indiana-Kentucky Electric Corporation, Kentucky Power Company, Kingsport Power Company, Memco Barge Line, Ohio Phase-In-Recovery Funding LLC, Ohio Power Company, Ohio Valley Electric Corporation, Public Service Company of Oklahoma, Southwestern Electric Power Company, and Wheeling Power Company.
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This page (NASDAQ:AEP) was last updated on 3/28/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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