American Electric Power Company, Inc.
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Daily timeframeAmerican Electric Power Company, Inc., an electric public utility holding company, engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity for sale to retail and wholesale customers. The $70.60B market capitalization puts AEP squarely in large-cap range for its industry. It operates through Vertically Integrated Utilities, Transmission and Distribution Utilities, AEP Transmission Holdco, and Generation & Marketing segments.
Market Cap
$70.60B
Beta
0.47
P/E (TTM)
22.48
P/E (Fwd)
18.87
EPS (TTM)
$5.77
EPS (Fwd)
$6.87
ROE
10.1%
ROA
3.0%
Cash
$603.0M
Total Debt
$53.53B
Free CF
-$6.00B
52W Change
11.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where AEP stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 19, 2026 close, AEP finished 0.51% below its 150-day moving average ($127.79) and 0.74% above its 200-day moving average ($126.21). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is AEP overbought or oversold?
At the October 19, 2026 close, AEP's RSI(14) was 81.3, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
The company holds $603.0M in cash, though total debt stands at $53.53B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$6.00B. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at 10.1%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 3.0% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $19.64B to $21.88B.
The relatively low beta of 0.47 suggests AEP is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing AEP's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.