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American Electric Power Company Inc. (AEP) Stock

American Electric Power Company Inc. Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

American Electric Power Company Inc. (AEP), a prominent company in the energy & transportation sector within the electric services industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $109.79. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $88.29 and $110.51. This places the current price at 99.3% of its 52-week high and 24.4% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 2,282,316. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US0255371017.

Market Cap

$55.43B

52-Week High

$110.51

-0.65% from high

52-Week Low

$88.29

+24.35% from low

Avg Daily Volume

2,282,316

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

20.03

Near market average

Forward P/E

17.39

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.41

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

2.00

EV/EBITDA

12.26

EPS (TTM)

$5.18

Price to Sales

2.75

Beta

0.41

Less volatile than market

How is AEP valued relative to its earnings and growth?
American Electric Power Company Inc. trades at a P/E ratio of 20.03, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 17.39 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.41 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is AEP's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.41, American Electric Power Company Inc. is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 2.00 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

13.70%

Operating Margin

24.10%

Return on Equity

10.40%

Return on Assets

2.89%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

8.70%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-21.10%

How profitable and efficient is AEP's business model?
American Electric Power Company Inc. achieves a profit margin of 13.70%, meaning it retains $13.70 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 24.10% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 10.40% and ROA at 2.89%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are AEP's recent growth trends?
American Electric Power Company Inc.'s revenue grew by 8.70% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings decreased by 21.10% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against ELECTRIC SERVICES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$3.62

Dividend Yield

3.63%

Ex-Dividend Date

5/9/2025

Dividend Date

6/10/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from AEP?
American Electric Power Company Inc. offers a dividend yield of 3.63%, paying $3.62 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 5/9/2025.
How reliable is AEP's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - American Electric Power Company Inc. pays $3.62 per share in dividends against earnings of $5.18 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 69.88%. This high payout ratio of 60-90% leaves limited earnings for reinvestment. While currently sustainable, there's less buffer for dividend growth or protection during earnings downturns. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/10/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

534.20M

Book Value/Share

$51.16

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is AEP's market capitalization and position?
American Electric Power Company Inc. has a market capitalization of $55.43B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 534.20M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the ELECTRIC SERVICES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does AEP's price compare to its book value?
American Electric Power Company Inc.'s book value per share is $51.16, while the current stock price is $109.79, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 2.15. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$109.02

0.70% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

2

Buy

3

Hold

14

Sell

1

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for AEP?
20 analysts cover AEP with 25% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The bearish sentiment could create opportunity if analysts are wrong. The consensus target of $109.02 implies -0.7% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on AEP?
Current analyst recommendations:2 Strong Buy, 3 Buy, 14 Hold, 1 Sell, 0The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 04:34 AM

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