AEP
NASDAQ · Utilities
American Electric Power
$128.80
+0.88 (+0.69%)
Performance
1D
—
1W
—
1M
—
3M
+11.35%
6M
+18.01%
1Y
+25.66%
YTD
+11.22%
Open$127.25
Previous Close$127.92
Day High$129.89
Day Low$126.83
52W High$134.60
52W Low$97.46
Volume—
Avg Volume3.48M
Market Cap71.42B
P/E Ratio19.95
EPS$6.66
SectorUtilities
Technical Indicators
Full analysis →
SMA 50
$118.29
Above
SMA 200
$112.63
Above
RSI (14)
73.7
Overbought
Trend
Golden Cross
Bullish
Analyst Ratings
Hold
28 analysts
Price Target
+30.5% upside
Current
$128.80
$128.80
Target
$168.08
$168.08
$117.69
$168.08 avg
$225.40
Key Financials
| FY 2026 | FY 2025 | FY 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 21.51B | 20.77B | 33.90B |
| Net Income | 3.61B | 3.14B | 3.33B |
| Profit Margin | 16.8% | 15.9% | 9.8% |
| EBITDA | 8.95B | 8.21B | 6.15B |
| Free Cash Flow | — | — | 2.89B |
| Rev Growth | +3.6% | +3.6% | +19.4% |
| Debt/Equity | 1.57 | 1.57 | 0.92 |
Dividend
Dividend Yield2.88%
Annual Dividend$3.74
Payout Ratio56.1%
Frequencyquarterly
Ex-DividendFeb 26, 2026
Pay DateMar 14, 2026
Recent Insider Activity
All Insiders →| Date | Insider | Type | Shares | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 2 | Ulrich Phillip R. | Sale | 42,263 | $132.08 | $5.58M |
| Feb 25 | Ferneau Kelly J | Sale | 15,410 | $131.46 | $2.03M |
| Dec 15 | FOWKE BENJAMIN G S III | Sale | 25,898 | $115.07 | $2.98M |
| Nov 17 | FOWKE BENJAMIN G S III | Sale | 30,898 | $121.58 | $3.76M |
| Oct 14 | FOWKE BENJAMIN G S III | Sale | 35,898 | $117.52 | $4.22M |
About American Electric Power
American Electric Power Company, Inc. is one of the largest electric utilities in the United States, headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. AEP transmits and distributes electricity to millions of customers across eleven states, primarily in the Midwest and South, through a regulated subsidiary structure. The company owns one of the nation's largest electricity transmission networks and operates a diverse generation fleet that includes natural gas, nuclear, wind, and solar assets. AEP is also a major player in grid modernization investment, with regulated capital deployment programs spanning transmission infrastructure upgrades across its service territories.
Utilities Peers
| Symbol | Name | Price | Change | P/E | Mkt Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEE | Nextera Energy Inc | $91.62 | +1.54% | 27.3 | 186.85B |
| SO | Southern Co/The | $93.98 | +0.25% | 24.1 | 104.54B |
| DUK | Duke Energy Corp | $127.38 | +0.03% | 20.8 | 103.47B |
| CEG | Constellation Energy | $294.85 | +1.76% | 47.1 | 109.16B |
| SRE | Sempra | $95.00 | +1.65% | 28.0 | 60.52B |
| D | Dominion Energy Inc | $60.27 | +0.75% | 23.9 | 55.90B |
AEP Frequently Asked Questions
What does American Electric Power do?
American Electric Power runs one of the country's most extensive electricity networks, moving power from generators to homes, businesses, and industrial customers across eleven states. The business is fundamentally regulated — rates are set by state commissions and the federal regulator — which means revenue is tied to approved returns on infrastructure investment rather than commodity markets. Transmission infrastructure is a growing priority, with AEP holding one of the largest high-voltage networks in North America and investing heavily to modernize and expand it.
Is AEP stock a good investment?
AEP offers the hallmarks of a regulated utility: predictable earnings, a visible multi-year capital spending plan, and a dividend with a multi-decade track record. The company is directing billions toward grid modernization and renewables, which supports rate base growth and future earnings. Risks include rising interest rates, which increase borrowing costs for capital-intensive utilities, regulatory lag in earning returns on new investments, and exposure to weather-driven demand variability. Investors typically compare it on dividend yield and earnings growth relative to sector peers.
Who are American Electric Power's main competitors?
In the regulated utility sector, AEP competes with neighboring utilities for regulatory favor and capital allocation. Duke Energy and Southern Company are the closest in scale, both operating large regulated networks across the Southeast and Midwest. Dominion Energy, Evergy, and Entergy serve overlapping geographic territories. Competition in this sector is less about market share and more about regulatory relationships and capital efficiency, since each utility operates in defined service territories.
Does American Electric Power pay dividends?
AEP has paid quarterly dividends for decades and is a common holding in income-oriented portfolios. The company typically targets a payout ratio in the 60–70% range of operating earnings, with modest annual increases tied to earnings growth. Its dividend is supported by the predictable, regulated cash flows that define the business model. At current prices, the yield tends to be notably higher than the broader market average, reflecting AEP's position as an income-oriented utility stock.
How much does AEP stock cost right now?
AEP last closed at $128.80, up 0.69% in the most recent trading session. Over the past 52 weeks, the stock has traded between a low of $97.46 and a high of $134.60. The current price represents 84% of its 52-week range, which helps investors gauge where the stock sits relative to its recent trading history.
What is the analyst consensus for AEP?
Among 28 analysts covering AEP, the consensus rating is Hold — 14 rate it a buy, 14 hold, and 0 sell. The average price target sits at $168.08, implying 30% upside from the current price. Keep in mind that analyst targets reflect 12-month expectations and can shift quickly after earnings reports or major company events.
Does American Electric Power make money?
American Electric Power generated $21.51B in revenue during fiscal year 2026, with $3.61B reaching the bottom line as net income. The net profit margin of 16.8% is solid for its sector.
Is AEP stock expensive based on earnings?
AEP trades at a P/E ratio of 19.95 on trailing earnings of $6.66 per share. That's roughly in line with the broader market average of ~20-25x. Comparing this multiple against Utilities sector peers gives better context than the broad market alone, since P/E norms vary significantly across industries.
Is AEP stock going up or down?
Performance varies across timeframes, reflecting shifting market conditions. Returns by timeframe: +11.35% (3M), +18.01% (6M), +25.66% (1Y), +11.22% (YTD). Comparing these figures against the S&P 500 and sector benchmarks helps determine whether AEP is outperforming or lagging the broader market.