Analysts Set American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP) PT at $127.39

The average 12-month target price among analysts that have issued ratings on the stock in the last year is $127.3947.

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP) has been given an average recommendation of 'Moderate Buy' by the twenty ratings firms that are covering the stock, MarketBeat Ratings reports. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, nine have given a hold recommendation, nine have given a buy recommendation and one has issued a strong buy recommendation on the company.

Why it matters

As a major investor-owned electric utility, American Electric Power's stock performance and analyst recommendations are closely watched by investors and industry observers. The company's diverse portfolio of power generation assets and extensive transmission network make it a key player in the U.S. electricity market.

The details

The analysts' average 12-month price target of $127.39 represents a potential upside of around 3.5% from the stock's current trading price. Several analysts have issued positive ratings on AEP, with Evercore reaffirming an 'outperform' rating, Weiss Ratings issuing a 'buy (b)' rating, and Morgan Stanley maintaining an 'overweight' rating and $125 price target. TD Cowen also raised its rating on the stock to 'strong-buy'.

  • The analysts' average 12-month price target is based on ratings issued in the last year.
  • American Electric Power announced a quarterly dividend of $0.95 per share, payable on March 10, 2026 to shareholders of record on February 10, 2026.

The players

American Electric Power Company, Inc.

A major investor-owned electric utility headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, primarily engaged in the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity, operating a diverse portfolio of power plants and an extensive high-voltage transmission network.

Evercore

A research firm that has reaffirmed an 'outperform' rating on shares of American Electric Power.

Weiss Ratings

A research firm that has issued a 'buy (b)' rating on shares of American Electric Power.

Morgan Stanley

A research firm that has maintained an 'overweight' rating and $125 price target on shares of American Electric Power.

TD Cowen

A research firm that has raised its rating on American Electric Power to 'strong-buy'.

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What they’re saying

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The takeaway

This analysis of American Electric Power's stock performance and analyst recommendations provides valuable insights for investors interested in the company's outlook and potential future growth. The diverse range of ratings, from 'sell' to 'strong buy', highlights the differing perspectives on the stock's prospects.