AEP Slips to 424th in Trading Volume Despite 1.06% Stock Price Increase

On May 23, 2025, American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP) saw a significant drop in trading volume, with a total of 1.94 billion shares traded, marking a 42.09% decrease from the previous day. This decline placed AEP at the 424th position in terms of trading volume for the day. Despite the drop in volume, AEP's stock price increased by 1.06%.

Morgan Stanley has adjusted its price target for American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP), reflecting the company's position as one of the leading electricity producers and distributors in the United States. AEP's net sales are primarily derived from electricity production, transport, and distribution, which accounted for 97.6% of its total revenue. As of the end of 2023, AEP owned a production capacity of 28,500 MW, underscoring its substantial presence in the energy sector. The remaining 2.4% of AEP's net sales come from other activities, highlighting the company's diversified revenue streams. This adjustment by Morgan Stanley is likely to influence investor sentiment and potentially impact AEP's stock performance in the coming days.