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American Electric Power Company

American Electric Power Co., Inc. engages in the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity. It operates through the following segments: Vertically Integrated Utilities, Transmission and Distribution Utilities, AEP Transmission Holdco, and Generation and Marketing. The Vertically Integrated Utilities segment covers the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity for sale to retail and wholesale customers. The Transmission and Distribution Utilities segment represents the transmission and distribution of electricity for sale to retail and wholesale customers. The AEP Transmission Holdco segment comprised of the development, construction, and operation of transmission facilities through investments in its wholly-owned transmission subsidiaries and joint ventures. The Generation and Marketing segment consists of the non-regulated generation and marketing, risk management, and retail activities. The company was founded on December 20, 1906 and is headquartered in Columbus, OH.

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American Electric Power (AEP) reports strong earnings and strategic shifts

American Electric Power (AEP) delivered strong financial performance in Q4 2022, reaffirming 2023 guidance and showcasing operational resilience amidst industry challenges.
The company's strategic focus on clean energy transition, regulatory wins, and asset optimization positions it for sustainable growth and shareholder value creation.
Challenges related to deferred fuel balances and regulatory uncertainties require proactive management, while opportunities in portfolio optimization and financial strategy offer avenues for future growth.
AEP's commitment to financial stability, dividend growth, and environmental responsibility underscores its position as a leading utility company driving towards a sustainable energy future.

American Electric Power reports solid Q1 earnings amidst operational focus

AEP's Q1 2023 performance showed resilience despite weather challenges, with a focus on managing the portfolio and enhancing financial metrics. While facing challenges in closing the ROE gap and improving Kentucky operations, opportunities exist in seeking approvals for renewable sales and streamlining operations. The company remains committed to maintaining a healthy balance sheet and pursuing strategic divestments.

AEP meets Q2 earnings target, focuses on asset sales and ROE improvement

AEP's Q2 performance aligned with guidance, emphasizing strategic asset sales and renewables execution
Challenges include low ROE, weather impacts on ROE improvement, and regulatory monitoring
Opportunities lie in asset sales, debt ratio targets, and reinvestment of securitization proceeds
Overall, AEP remains focused on financial strength, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory alignment

American Electric Power reports strong Q3 earnings and growth opportunities

AEP's Q3 performance was strong, with narrowed full-year guidance and an increased dividend aligned with earnings growth.
The company is focusing on simplifying its business profile through asset sales and investing in regulated renewables projects.
Challenges include managing FFO to debt fluctuations, resolving fuel cost recovery paths, and optimizing O&M costs for customer benefit.

American Electric Power (AEP) reports robust earnings and growth outlook

AEP's Q4 2023 Earnings Call highlighted strong financial performance, reaffirmed earnings guidance, and emphasized strategic priorities and regulatory wins. The company faces challenges in regulatory changes but sees opportunities in data center expansion and transmission assets.

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AEP's strong financial performance and strategic focus on growth and regulatory engagement position the company well for future opportunities. Challenges in grid modernization and regulatory compliance require proactive measures, while cost management remains a key priority.

AEP reports robust Q2 earnings, eyes growth amid regulatory challenges

AEP's strong financial performance, commitment to customer service, and strategic growth initiatives position the company for long-term success.
While facing regulatory and financial challenges, AEP's focus on operational excellence and growth opportunities underscores its resilience and adaptability.
By balancing strengths, challenges, and opportunities, AEP aims to navigate the evolving energy landscape and deliver value to stakeholders.

American Electric Power (AEP) reports solid Q3 earnings amidst strategic focus

AEP's Q3 2024 performance met expectations, with a strategic focus on growth and operational excellence driving long-term earnings growth.
While facing challenges in regulatory changes and strategic execution, AEP's strong financial position and customer-centric approach position it well for future opportunities.
Navigating uncertainties in dividend growth, federal policies, and operational complexities, AEP remains focused on sustainable growth and stakeholder value creation.
By capitalizing on strengths in operational efficiency and market resilience, AEP can address challenges and leverage opportunities for sustained financial performance.

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This customer-focused effort is the largest utility fuel cell initiative in the country COLUMBUS, Ohio , Nov. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) is offering large customers a custom solution to support their growing energy needs with fuel cell technology. AEP has an agreement in place to secure up to 1 gigawatt (GW) of Bloom Energy solid oxide fuel cells for data centers and other large energy users who need to quickly power their operations while the grid is built out to accommodate demand.

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American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP ) Q3 2024 Earnings Conference Call November 6, 2024 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Darcy Reese - VP, IR William Fehrman - President, CEO Charles Zebula - EVP & CFO Conference Call Participants Shar Pourezza - Guggenheim Partners Steven Fleischman - Wolfe Research Jeremy Tonet - JPMorgan David Arcaro - Morgan Stanley Julien Dumoulin-Smith - Jefferies Nicholas Campanella - Barclays Carly Davenport - Goldman Sachs Andrew Wiesel - Scotiabank. William Appicelli - UBS Anthony Crowdell - Mizuho Ryan Levine - Citi Operator Thank you for standing by.

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AEP's third-quarter earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.9%. The company trims its 2024 adjusted EPS outlook.

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The headline numbers for AEP (AEP) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended September 2024, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

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American Electric Power (AEP) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.85 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.78 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.77 per share a year ago.

American Electric Power (AEP) Q3 Earnings and Revenues Beat Estimates

Third-quarter 2024 GAAP earnings of $1.80 per share; operating earnings of $1.85 per share Narrows 2024 operating earnings (non-GAAP) guidance to $5.58 to $5.68 per share, maintaining $5.63 midpoint Announces new long-term growth rate of 6% to 8% based off of 2025 operating earnings guidance of $5.75 to $5.95 per share Expands five-year capital plan to $54 billion to support reliability and demand growth AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER Preliminary, unaudited results Third Quarter ended September 30 Year-to-date ended September 30 2024 2023 Change 2024 2023 Change Revenue ($ in billions): 5.4 5.3 0.1 15.0 14.4 0.6 Earnings ($ in millions): GAAP 959.6 953.7 5.9 2,303.0 1,871.9 431.1 Operating (non-GAAP) 985.4 923.8 61.6 2,317.8 2,077.6 240.2 EPS ($): GAAP 1.80 1.83 (0.03) 4.35 3.62 0.73 Operating (non-GAAP) 1.85 1.77 0.08 4.38 4.02 0.36 EPS based on 532 million shares 3Q 2024, 520 million shares 3Q 2023, 529 million shares YTD 2024 and 517 million shares YTD 2023 COLUMBUS, Ohio , Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) today reported third-quarter 2024 earnings, prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), of $960 million or $1.80 per share, compared with GAAP earnings of $954 million or $1.83 per share in third-quarter 2023. Operating earnings for third-quarter 2024 were $985 million or $1.85 per share, compared with operating earnings of $924 million or $1.77 per share in third-quarter 2023.

AEP Reports Third-Quarter 2024 Earnings, Introduces New Growth Rate and Capital Plan

American Electric Power Company, Inc. AEP will release earnings results for its third quarter, before the opening bell on Wednesday, Nov. 6.

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AEP's Q3 results are likely to reflect the benefits of a warmer weather pattern and higher transmission revenues.

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Initiates search for newly created president of AEP Transmission role responsible for leading high growth business Shifts management of generating plants and economic development function to local operating companies Realigns leadership team to support key business functions and local decision-making   COLUMBUS, Ohio , Oct. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) today announced leadership and organizational changes that will empower local operations, drive growth and create value for customers and stakeholders. The changes are effective today.

AEP Announces Leadership Changes to Empower Local Operations and Drive Growth

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COLUMBUS, Ohio , Oct. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) has named Matthew Fransen senior vice president, Finance and Treasurer, effective Dec. 1. He will succeed Julie Sherwood, who is retiring after 20 years with the company.

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GAHANNA, Ohio , Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AEP Ohio, an American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) company, today filed a settlement agreement that addresses the extreme power needs of Ohio's growing data center industry while protecting AEP Ohio's other customers. The staff of the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, the Ohio Consumers' Counsel (OCC), the Ohio Energy Group (OEG), Ohio Partners for Affordable Energy, and Walmart joined AEP Ohio in the filing.

AEP Ohio, PUCO Staff, Ohio Consumers' Counsel, Ohio Energy Group And Others Agree On How To Address Growing Data Center Power Needs

AEP continues to reward shareholders with dividend hikes. The company has a history of paying out quarterly dividends for almost 115 years in a row.

American Electric Power's Board Approves 5.7% Dividend Hike

COLUMBUS, Ohio , Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of American Electric Power Co. (Nasdaq: AEP) today declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of 93 cents a share on the company's common stock, an increase of 5 cents per share. The dividend is payable Dec. 10, 2024, to shareholders of record as of Nov. 8, 2024, and is the company's 458th consecutive quarterly common stock cash dividend.

AEP Increases Quarterly Dividend to 93 Cents a Share

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American Electric Power (AEP) is poised to grow earnings and dividends by 50% over the next five years, driven by surging data centre demand and efficiency gains. AEP is currently under-earning on regulated assets but is expected to regain efficiency as power sales volumes surge. The company's regulated nature ensures stable, predictable profits, while efficiency improvements and asset value gains could lead to significant share price appreciation.

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