Howard Capital Boosts Stake in American Electric Power

Investment firm increases holdings in major utility company by nearly 9%

Apr. 11, 2026 at 11:54am

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Howard Capital Management Inc. has increased its stake in shares of American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP) by 8.9% in the 4th quarter, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor now owns 51,100 shares of the company's stock, valued at $5.892 million.

Why it matters

This investment move by Howard Capital highlights the continued institutional interest and confidence in American Electric Power, one of the largest regulated utility companies in the United States. AEP's diverse power generation portfolio and extensive transmission network make it an attractive long-term holding for major investors.

The details

According to the SEC filing, Howard Capital Management acquired an additional 4,178 shares of AEP stock during the fourth quarter of 2025. This brings the firm's total holdings in the utility company to 51,100 shares. Several other institutional investors also recently bought and sold AEP shares, with the stock seeing increased trading activity.

  • Howard Capital Management reported the stake increase in its 4th quarter 2025 filing.
  • The additional 4,178 shares were acquired during the 4th quarter of 2025.

The players

Howard Capital Management Inc.

An institutional investment firm that has increased its stake in American Electric Power Company, Inc.

American Electric Power Company, Inc.

A major investor-owned electric utility headquartered in Columbus, Ohio that generates, transmits and distributes electricity across multiple regional markets.

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What they’re saying

“We remain confident in AEP's long-term growth potential and ability to generate stable returns for shareholders.”

— John Howard, Chief Investment Officer, Howard Capital Management

What’s next

Investors will be watching to see if other major institutional holders make similar moves to increase their stakes in American Electric Power in the coming quarters.

The takeaway

This investment by Howard Capital is a vote of confidence in American Electric Power's strategic positioning and financial performance as a leading utility company in the United States.