Forecast & Rating23 analysts currently cover American Electric Power, with about 56.5% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $144.00, about 17.1% upside from the current price of $122.96. Price targets span a fair range, indicating some disagreement among institutions. Historically, about 45.2% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means institutional views on American Electric Power are split — bulls and bears coexist, so you'll need to weigh it against your own judgment. Data as of Aug 31, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Aug 31, 2026
Price forecast
$144.0017.11%
Forecast & RatingBuy
23analysts
Strong buy43.48%
Buy13.04%
Hold43.48%
Sell0.00%
Strong sell0.00%
Strong buy
10
Buy
3
Hold
10
Sell
0
Strong sell
0
Target price forecast
Forecast dateAug 31, 2026
Forecast met52.5%
Stock price$122.96
Avg. target$144.0
High target$173
Low target$129
Avg. target
$144.0
High target
$173
Low target
$129
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.