Ameren [AEE] vs American Electric [AEP] Detailed Stock Comparison
Ameren
NYSE
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American Electric
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Ameren wins in 1 metrics, American Electric wins in 19 metrics, with 0 ties. American Electric appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Ameren | American Electric | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 22.34 | 16.64 | American Electric |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 2.25 | 2.03 | American Electric |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 160.58 | 150.71 | American Electric |
| PEG Ratio | 20.80 | 19.27 | American Electric |
| EV/EBITDA | 14.47 | 12.60 | American Electric |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 15.11% | 17.66% | American Electric |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 22.03% | 28.18% | American Electric |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 22.03% | 28.18% | American Electric |
| Return on Equity | 10.22% | 13.01% | American Electric |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 2.68% | 3.16% | American Electric |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-1.65B | $-966.30M | American Electric |
| Dividend Yield | 2.17% | 4.22% | American Electric |
| 1-Year Return | 26.24% | 15.36% | Ameren |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 3.41 | 2.94 | American Electric |
| Enterprise Value | $47.77B | $108.02B | American Electric |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 5.88 | 5.23 | American Electric |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 41.78% | 62.02% | American Electric |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $30 | $39 | American Electric |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $4.58 | $6.82 | American Electric |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.46 | 0.39 | American Electric |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Ameren vs American Electric Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren | -0.91% | -0.71% | 6.73% | 3.80% | 4.31% | 13.93% |
| American Electric | -1.08% | -0.95% | 8.21% | 6.95% | 11.57% | 22.36% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren | 26.24% | 6.91% | 24.74% | 137.20% | 267.59% | 85.17% |
| American Electric | 15.36% | 8.41% | 35.64% | 93.32% | 216.75% | 199.87% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Ameren vs American Electric
| Metric | AEE | AEP |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $27.67B | $60.69B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,620,160 | 4,366,380 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 1,575,360 | 3,344,870 |
| Last Close | $101.39 | $112.50 |
| 52 Week Range | $78.91 - $104.10 | $89.91 - $115.36 |
| % from 52W High | -2.60% | -2.48% |
| All-Time High | $104.10 (Mar 03, 2025) | $115.35 (Aug 05, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -2.60% | -2.47% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.32% | 0.11% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.07% | 2.60% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.15% | 0.18% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.22% | 0.28% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.10% | 0.13% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 160.58 | 150.71 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $45.54 | $55.88 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.04 | $0.82 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $3.01B | $6.57B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $-2,363,624,960 | $-4,070,799,872 |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.17% | 4.22% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $2.05 | $4.60 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Ameren vs American Electric
| Metric | AEE | AEP |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 22.34 | 16.64 |
| Forward P/E | 20.80 | 19.27 |
| PEG Ratio | 20.80 | 19.27 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 3.41 | 2.94 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 2.25 | 2.03 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $27.67B | $60.69B |
| Enterprise Value | $47.77B | $108.02B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 5.88 | 5.23 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 14.47 | 12.60 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.46 | 0.39 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $45.54 | $55.88 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Ameren vs American Electric
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | AEE | AEP |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $2.10B | $5.46B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $1.16B | $2.17B |
| Gross Profit | $941.00M | $3.29B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $430.00M | $1.28B |
| EBITDA | $914.00M | $2.16B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $340.00M | $889.50M |
| Income Tax | $50.00M | $125.50M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $290.00M | $802.20M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | AEE | AEP |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $23.00M | $256.80M |
| Total Current Assets | $2.46B | $5.94B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $2.86B | $14.24B |
| Long-Term Debt | $18.35B | $39.31B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $12.35B | $27.36B |
| Retained Earnings | $4.70B | $14.17B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | $8.08B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | AEE | AEP |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $439.00M | $1.62B |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | $-35.80M |
| Free Cash Flow | $-651.00M | $-686.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-300.00M | $-491.60M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | AEE | AEP |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 9.83M | 21.68M |
| Short Ratio | 5.87 | 7.87 |
| Short % of Float | 0.05% | 0.04% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,620,160 | 4,366,380 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 1,575,360 | 3,344,870 |
| Shares Outstanding | 269.90M | 532.91M |
| Float Shares | 269.09M | 533.84M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.83% | 0.86% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Ameren vs American Electric
| Metric | AEE | AEP |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $2.05 | $4.60 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 2.17% | 4.22% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $2.36 | $3.78 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.78% | 0.95% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $7.09 | $11.34 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 11, 2025 | Aug 08, 2025 |