Rating Change
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Overweight rating on American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP) on October 21, 2026.
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Morgan Stanley Reiterates Overweight Rating on American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP)
Morgan Stanley reiterated its Overweight rating on American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP) on October 21, 2026.
At publication ·
What changed
American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP) · reiterate
- Firm
- Morgan Stanley
- Rating
- Overweight to Overweight
- Price at event
- $127.39
- Market capitalization
- $72.4B
At a glance
Key takeaways
- Morgan Stanley maintained an Overweight rating on American Electric Power (AEP) on October 21, 2026, with the stock trading at $127.39.
Market Context
American Electric Power Company, Inc. operates in the Utilities sector. The stock currently trades at $127.39 with a market capitalization of $72.4B. The stock has gained 9.7% over the past 52 weeks.
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Recent Analyst Activity for American Electric Power Company, Inc.
Among the 10 most recent ratings: 6 Buy, 4 Hold, 0 Sell.
| Date | Firm | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Overweight | N/A |
| Oct 20, 2026 | BTIG | Buy | N/A |
| Oct 19, 2026 | BMO Capital | Market Perform | N/A |
| Oct 19, 2026 | JP Morgan | Neutral | N/A |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Keybanc | Overweight | N/A |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Overweight rating mean for AEP?
A rating of Overweight from Morgan Stanley reflects the analyst's outlook on American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP). Analyst ratings are one factor investors consider alongside earnings, valuation, and sector trends.
Where can I find more analyst ratings?
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