AEP’s Trading Volume Plummets 24.84% to $34M Slips to 323rd in Market Activity

On October 9, 2025, , . This placed the stock at rank 323 in terms of volume among the day’s market activity. The utilities sector saw mixed performance amid broader market uncertainty, .

Analysts noted that the sharp volume contraction likely reflected reduced institutional activity, while retail participation remained subdued. The stock’s underperformance aligned with sector-wide concerns over regulatory adjustments in energy pricing mechanisms. However, no new company-specific announcements directly linked to AEP’s price movement emerged during the reporting period.

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