American Electric Power Company, Inc.
AEPAmerican Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP) is a major electric utility provider in the United States, serving millions of customers across several states. Founded in 1906, the company primarily generates and distributes electric power through a diverse mix of coal, natural gas, nuclear, and renewable energy sources. AEP is known for its extensive transmission and distribution network, supporting reliable electrical service and advancing to cleaner energy solutions.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $0.95 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 46 days on March 10, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 10, 2026 | $0.95 | 2026-02-10 | 2026-02-10 |
| December 10, 2025 | $0.95 | 2025-11-10 | 2025-11-10 |
| September 10, 2025 | $0.93 | 2025-08-08 | 2025-08-08 |
| June 10, 2025 | $0.93 | 2025-05-09 | 2025-05-09 |
| March 10, 2025 | $0.93 | 2025-02-10 | 2025-02-10 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: American Electric Power Company, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 89 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held AEP shares during this period received a total of $51.29 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.95/share was paid 44 days ago, on December 10, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: AEP currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 3.21%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 171.4%, from $0.35 to $0.95.
- Dividend Reliability: AEP has maintained or increased its dividend for 89 consecutive payments.
Company News
American Electric Power (NASDAQ:AEP) has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of 95 cents per share, payable March 10, 2026. This marks the company's 463rd consecutive quarterly dividend since July 1910. AEP plans to invest $72 billion from 2026-2030 to enhance customer service and support growing energy needs across its 11-state service te...
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