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FirstEnergy Corp. (FE) Stock

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Stock Details

FirstEnergy Corp. (FE), a prominent company in the energy & transportation sector within the electric services industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $40.19. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $37.19 and $43.59. This places the current price at 92.2% of its 52-week high and 8.1% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 11. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US3379321074.

Market Cap

$23.03B

52-Week High

$43.59

-7.80% from high

52-Week Low

$37.19

+8.07% from low

Avg Daily Volume

11

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

21.22

Near market average

Forward P/E

15.77

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

1.21

Reasonably valued

Price to Book

1.83

EV/EBITDA

10.97

EPS (TTM)

$1.88

Price to Sales

1.67

Beta

0.38

Less volatile than market

How is FE valued relative to its earnings and growth?
FirstEnergy Corp. trades at a P/E ratio of 21.22, 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 15.77 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 1.21 indicates reasonable value when growth is considered.
What is FE's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.38, FirstEnergy Corp. 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 1.83 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

7.88%

Operating Margin

20.70%

Return on Equity

9.27%

Return on Assets

2.96%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

14.50%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

40.90%

How profitable and efficient is FE's business model?
FirstEnergy Corp. achieves a profit margin of 7.88%, meaning it retains $7.88 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This relatively low margin suggests the company operates in a competitive environment or high-cost industry where profitability is challenging. The operating margin of 20.70% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 9.27% and ROA at 2.96%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are FE's recent growth trends?
FirstEnergy Corp.'s revenue grew by 14.50% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 40.90% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against ELECTRIC SERVICES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.70

Dividend Yield

4.46%

Ex-Dividend Date

5/7/2025

Dividend Date

6/1/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from FE?
FirstEnergy Corp. offers a dividend yield of 4.46%, paying $1.70 per share annually. This high yield exceeds 4%, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 average of 1.5-2% and most investment-grade bonds. For income-focused investors, this represents an attractive cash flow opportunity, though high yields sometimes signal market concerns about sustainability. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 5/7/2025.
How reliable is FE's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - FirstEnergy Corp. pays $1.70 per share in dividends against earnings of $1.88 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 90.43%. This very high payout exceeding 90% raises sustainability concerns, as nearly all earnings go to dividends. Any earnings decline could force a dividend cut. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/1/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

577.16M

Book Value/Share

$21.77

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is FE's market capitalization and position?
FirstEnergy Corp. has a market capitalization of $23.03B, 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 577.16M 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 FE's price compare to its book value?
FirstEnergy Corp.'s book value per share is $21.77, while the current stock price is $40.19, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.85. 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

$44.77

11.40% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

3

Buy

4

Hold

11

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for FE?
18 analysts cover FE with 39% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $44.77 implies 11.4% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on FE?
Current analyst recommendations:3 Strong Buy, 4 Buy, 11 Hold, 00The 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, 03:51 AM

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