American Electric Power (AEP) Stock Forecast & Price Target

$99.86 -0.03 (-0.03%)

(As of 11/29/2024 05:27 PM ET)

American Electric Power - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2025)

MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.

Consensus Rating

Hold

Based on 15 Analyst Ratings

Sell
2

Hold
7

Buy
6

Based on 15 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for American Electric Power in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Hold." Out of the 15 analysts, 2 have given a sell rating, 7 have given a hold rating, and 6 have given a buy rating for AEP.

Consensus Price Target

$97.93
-1.93% Downside

According to the 15 analysts' twelve-month price targets for American Electric Power, the average price target is $97.93. The highest price target for AEP is $112.00, while the lowest price target for AEP is $83.00. The average price target represents a forecasted downside of -1.93% from the current price of $99.86.

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AEP Analyst Ratings Over Time

Type	Current Forecast 12/2/23 to 12/1/24	1 Month Ago 11/2/23 to 11/1/24	3 Months Ago 9/3/23 to 9/2/24	1 Year Ago 12/2/22 to 12/2/23
Strong Buy	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)	0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy	6 Buy rating(s)	6 Buy rating(s)	6 Buy rating(s)	9 Buy rating(s)
Hold	7 Hold rating(s)	6 Hold rating(s)	5 Hold rating(s)	5 Hold rating(s)
Sell	2 Sell rating(s)	2 Sell rating(s)	2 Sell rating(s)	0 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target	$97.93	$98.43	$94.77	$91.10
Forecasted Upside	-1.93% Downside	1.21% Upside	-5.50% Downside	13.15% Upside
Consensus Rating	Hold	Hold	Hold	Moderate Buy

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AEP Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.

AEP Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.

American Electric Power Stock vs. The Competition

Type	American Electric Power	Utilities Companies	S&P 500
Consensus Rating Score	2.27	2.50	2.50
Consensus Rating	Hold	Hold	Moderate Buy
Predicted Upside	-1.93% Downside	20.04% Upside	6.53% Upside
News Sentiment Rating	Positive News See Recent AEP News	Neutral News	Positive News

Recent Analyst Forecasts and Stock Ratings

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Date	Brokerage	Analyst Name	Action	Rating	Price Target	Upside/Downside on Report Date
11/26/2024	Barclays 3 of 5 stars		Lower Target	Equal Weight ➝ Equal Weight	$100.00 ➝ $99.00	+0.92%
11/22/2024	Morgan Stanley 3 of 5 stars		Lower Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$109.00 ➝ $104.00	+6.15%
11/7/2024	BMO Capital Markets 4 of 5 stars		Lower Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$111.00 ➝ $104.00	+8.62%
11/7/2024	UBS Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Sell ➝ Sell	$91.00 ➝ $95.00	-1.31%
11/7/2024	Wells Fargo & Company Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	Equal Weight ➝ Equal Weight	$104.00 ➝ $102.00	+6.46%
11/7/2024	Evercore ISI Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Lower Target	In-Line ➝ In-Line	$97.00 ➝ $96.00	-0.26%
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10/18/2024	JPMorgan Chase & Co. Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Overweight ➝ Overweight	$108.00 ➝ $112.00	+11.44%
9/20/2024	Jefferies Financial Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Initiated Coverage	Hold	$107.00	+5.17%
8/29/2024	Bank of America Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Underperform ➝ Underperform	$97.00 ➝ $98.00	-1.03%
8/20/2024	Scotiabank Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Sector Outperform ➝ Sector Outperform	$99.00 ➝ $108.00	+10.72%
7/22/2024	Guggenheim Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Neutral ➝ Neutral	$81.00 ➝ $83.00	-12.30%
6/6/2024	LADENBURG THALM/SH SH Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	P. Fremont Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating	Upgrade	Sell ➝ Neutral	$73.00 ➝ $86.00	-3.32%
5/3/2024	Royal Bank of Canada Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Outperform ➝ Outperform	$90.00 ➝ $100.00	+13.51%
2/27/2024	Cfra Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Reiterated Rating	Buy ➝ Buy	$90.00 ➝ $92.00	+10.18%
1/11/2024	Mizuho Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Downgrade	Buy ➝ Neutral	$83.00	+0.56%
6/7/2023	The Goldman Sachs Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Initiated Coverage	Buy	$98.00	+15.87%
4/17/2023	Citigroup Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Neutral	$99.00 ➝ $100.00	+7.19%
12/16/2022	Credit Suisse Group Subscribe to MarketBeat All Access for the recommendation accuracy rating		Boost Target	Outperform	$87.00 ➝ $100.00	+7.58%

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

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Monday, November 25, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these American Electric Power pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

American Electric Power
Bull Case

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

The company recently increased its quarterly dividend to $0.93 per share, up from $0.88, indicating a commitment to returning value to shareholders. This translates to an annualized dividend of $3.72, providing a yield of 3.82%, which is attractive for income-focused investors.
American Electric Power Company, Inc. has a solid dividend payout ratio of 74.55%, suggesting that it retains a healthy portion of its earnings for reinvestment while still rewarding shareholders, which can be a sign of financial stability.
Recent analyst ratings show a mix of hold and buy recommendations, with a consensus price target around $98.00, indicating potential for price appreciation from the current stock price of approximately $99.34.
The company operates in the essential utility sector, which tends to be more stable during economic downturns, providing a level of safety for investors looking for less volatility in their portfolios.
American Electric Power Company, Inc. is actively involved in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity, positioning it well to benefit from the ongoing transition to renewable energy sources, which could drive future growth.

American Electric Power
Bear Case

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

Despite the recent dividend increase, the company's dividend payout ratio of 74.55% may raise concerns about sustainability, especially if earnings do not grow as expected.
Analysts have issued mixed ratings, with some firms lowering their price targets, which could indicate a lack of confidence in the stock's near-term performance.
The stock's current price is close to the average target price set by analysts, suggesting limited upside potential in the short term, which may not attract growth-oriented investors.
Two analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, indicating some skepticism about the company's future performance, which could deter potential investors.
The utility sector can be heavily regulated, and changes in regulations or policies could impact profitability and operational flexibility, posing risks to investors.

AEP Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

: According to the research reports of 15 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for American Electric Power is $97.93, with a high forecast of $112.00 and a low forecast of $83.00.
: 15 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for American Electric Power in the last twelve months. There are currently 2 sell ratings, 7 hold ratings and 6 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street 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.
: According to analysts, American Electric Power's stock has a predicted downside of -1.93% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.
: American Electric Power has been rated by research analysts at Barclays, BMO Capital Markets, Evercore ISI, Jefferies Financial Group, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Morgan Stanley, UBS Group, and Wells Fargo & Company in the past 90 days.
: Analysts like American Electric Power less than other "utilities" companies. The consensus rating score for American Electric Power is 2.27 while the average consensus rating score for "utilities" companies is 2.50. Learn more on how AEP compares to other companies.

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American Electric Power (AEP) Stock Forecast & Price Target