American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP) is a major utility company in the U.S. with a market cap of $57.5 billion, serving 5.6 million customers in 11 states. AEP’s stock has declined 6.2% from its 52-week high, but is up 17.2% YTD. Despite fluctuations, it has been trading above its 200-day moving average.

Shares of AEP rose 3.7% after strong Q2 2025 results, with adjusted EPS of $1.43 and revenue of $5.1 billion. AEP reaffirmed its full-year profit guidance and plans to unveil a $70 billion five-year capital plan to meet rising energy demand in the U.S.

Analysts are moderately optimistic on AEP stock, giving it a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” with a mean price target of $115.86, a 7.1% premium to current levels. In comparison, rival Dominion Energy, Inc. (D) has lagged behind AEP stock, with shares rising 8.7% YTD and 2.1% over the past 52 weeks.

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