AEP Stock 12 Month Analyst Forecast
Eps Overview
Growth Next 5yrs
7.99%
Last Quarter
$1.19
Past Year
$6.66
Growth Past 5yrs
8.53%
Next Quarter
$1.56
Estimate Next Year
$6.08
Consensus Rating
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Consensus Price Target
Highest Price Target
$153.00
11.75% Upside
Mean Price Target
$128.88
-5.86% Downside
Lowest Price Target
$110.00
-19.66% Downside
Recent Analyst Ratings
Upgrades, Downgrades, New Coverage
Last Updated On Apr 21, 2026
Actual EPS vs Estimated EPS
AEP Earnings Per Share (EPS) History
According to financial reports, AEP (NYSE: AEP) reported an actual EPS of $1.19 for the quarter ending on Feb 12, 2026, compared to an estimated $1.15, resulting in a 3.48% surprise. In the prior quarter (Oct 29, 2025), AEP recorded an actual EPS of $1.8 with a -0.55% surprise. See AEP's full earnings history.
Earnings History
EPS Surprise Factor Analysis
AEP has experienced notable EPS surprises, with the latest quarter ending Feb 12, 2026 showing a 3.48% beat. Previously, the quarter ending Oct 29, 2025 recorded a -0.55% miss. An EPS surprise factor indicates how much actual earnings deviate from analyst forecasts.
| Report Date | Actual | Forecast | Surprise Factor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 12, 2026 | 1.19 | 1.15 | +3.48% |
| Oct 29, 2025 | 1.8 | 1.81 | -0.55% |
| Jul 30, 2025 | 1.43 | 1.27 | +12.60% |
| May 06, 2025 | 1.54 | 1.4 | +10.00% |
| Feb 13, 2025 | 1.24 | 1.25 | -0.80% |
| Nov 06, 2024 | 1.85 | 1.8 | +2.78% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AEP stock getting favorable reviews from Wall Street analysts?
Brokerage firms have given AEP stock an average recommendation of
Buy. 43 analysts have given their ratings
to AEP out of which
15 analysts have given strong buy call,
5 analysts have given buy call,
20 analysts rate it hold,
0 analysts advocate strong sell call, and
3 analysts has given sell rating. The average target price of
$128.88 gives the stock implied upside
of roughly -5.86% over the next year or so.
What have analysts suggested for AEP highest price target?
Analysts suggest AEP's stock price would rise to a high of $153.00.
What is the lowest price target analysts expect for AEP over the next year?
Within the next 12 months, analysts predict the AEP stock price could move to $110.00.
What is the average target price for AEP?
AEP stock has an average analyst estimate of $128.88.
At its current price, how far is AEP from its average target price?
AEP shares are currently trading -5.86% below this price target.
What were AEP’s actual earnings per share for the recent quarter?
Its quarterly earnings per share (EPS) came in at $1.19 versus consensus estimates of $1.15, and below the comparable year-ago quarter’s EPS of $1.24.
What are the current estimates for quarterly and annual earnings per share?
AEP's forecasts by analysts estimating quarterly EPS at $1.56 and $6.08 for the whole year.
What has AEP's growth been in the past five years and what is expected in the next five years?
The analysts have projected 7.99% EPS growth for AEP in the next five years, compared to growth rates of 8.53% in the past five years.