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AEE Stock Analysis

NYQ Β· Utilities Β· Utilities - Regulated Electric

$99.18

-0.22 (-0.22%)

AEE Interactive Price Chart & Trading Signals

AEE Stock Snapshot β€” Valuation, Risk & Technical Signals

AEE Key Fundamentals, Analyst Targets & Company Profile

Key Financial Ratios

Market Cap

$27.46B

P/E Ratio

17.46

Forward P/E

17.08

PEG Ratio

2.45

P/B Ratio

2.01

EPS

$5.68

Dividend Yield

3.02%

52W Range

$96.57 – $118.32

Beta

0.47

Volume

0.1M

ROE

11.9%

Profit Margin

18.6%

Revenue Growth

-6.2%

Gross Margin

52.4%

EV/EBITDA

12.64

Analyst Target

$119.53

The trailing price-to-earnings ratio stands at 17.5x. Forward P/E of 17.1x implies earnings expansion expected. Price-to-book is 2.01x. EV/EBITDA sits at 12.64x. Market capitalization is $27.46B. Revenue is contracting at -6.2% on a trailing basis. Earnings are expanding at 11.9%. Profit margins are 18.6%. Return on equity is 11.9%. Beta of 0.47 indicates defensive profile.

Analyst Consensus

Recommendation

Buy

Low Target

$107.00

Mean Target

$119.53

High Target

$136.00

Based on 15 analysts

About AEE

Ameren Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a public utility holding company in the United States. The company operates through four segments: Ameren Missouri, Ameren Illinois Electric Distribution, Ameren Illinois Natural Gas, and Ameren Transmission. It engages in the rate-regulated electric generation, transmission, and distribution business and natural gas transmission and distribution business. The company also generates electricity through coal, nuclear, and natural gas, as well as renewable energy, including hydroelectric, wind, methane gas, and solar energy centers. It serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Ameren Corporation was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri.

United States8,913 employeesWebsite β†—

AEE Deep Dive Analysis

Bottom Line

Verdict

Overvalued

Best for

General investor

Watch out for

Premium valuation, Revenue contraction

Non-zero inputs

4/5

Counts non-zero values for price, P/E, beta, macro risk, and revenue growth; zero may mean unavailable or be a genuine zero.

Ameren Corporation (AEE) trades above our multi-model fair value estimate of $79.89 by approximately 19.4%. Trailing P/E: 17.5x. Profitability signals include profit margin of 18.6% and return on equity of 11.9%. Recent growth metrics show revenue growth of -6.2% and earnings growth of 11.9%. Risk profile: defensive beta of 0.47. Consensus: buy.

Valuation, Growth & Risk

Valuation

Overvalued

P/E 17.5x

Price is above what fundamentals suggest.

Growth

Contracting

Rev -6.2%

Top-line revenue is shrinking.

Risk

Low

Beta 0.47

Movement is likely to track the broader market.

Valuation Snapshot

Ameren Corporation (AEE) trades above our multi-model fair value estimate of $79.89 by approximately 19.4%. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio stands at 17.5x. Forward P/E of 17.1x indicates stable forward expectations. Price-to-sales is 3.3x. Price-to-book is 2.0x. EV/EBITDA sits at 12.6x. Market capitalization is $27.46B.

Why it matters: Paying a premium works only if the company keeps growing faster than expected.

Growth & Profitability

Revenue is contracting at -6.2% on a trailing basis. Earnings are expanding at 11.9%. Profit margins are 18.6%. Return on equity is 11.9%. Return on assets is 3.1%.

Why it matters: Falling revenue can signal losing market share or industry headwinds.

Risk Profile

Beta of 0.47 indicates defensive profile. Net debt position is $21.80B.

Why it matters: Lower risk means steadier returns, but often with less upside in bull markets.

Analyst Context

Analyst consensus target of $119.53 implies 20.5% upside. Target range spans $107.00 to $136.00. 15 analysts cover the stock. Consensus recommendation: buy.

Why it matters: Analyst targets reflect what professionals expect over 12 months. A wide gap between price and target can mean the market disagrees with the consensus.

Data Methodology & Sources

Market Data (Facts)

  • Price, volume, and market cap: Yahoo Finance (may be delayed)
  • P/E, EPS, revenue, and debt: Yahoo Finance fundamentals
  • Analyst estimates: Yahoo Finance (coverage and update times vary)
  • Insider transactions: Yahoo Finance (reporting may be delayed)

QuantSoar Model (Derived)

  • Fair value: available outputs from seven models; outliers are filtered using MAD (k=3.5), then combined with fixed model weights.
  • Margin of Safety = (Fair Value βˆ’ Displayed Price) / Displayed Price Γ— 100
  • Composite Score: 40% Value + 30% Momentum + 30% Risk
  • Verdict Gauge: Base 50 + Valuation (up to Β±25) + Whale sentiment (up to Β±10) + Insider buying (+5) + Macro risk (up to Β±10) + Technical signal (up to Β±10). Analyst consensus is separate.

Model outputs are estimates based on available data and are not investment advice. Cross-check with primary sources before making investment decisions.

AEE Overvalued

Ameren Corporation (AEE) trades above our multi-model fair value estimate of $79.89 by approximately 19.4%.

Frequently Asked Questions

ValuationIs AEE stock overvalued right now?
Based on our discounted cash flow and relative valuation models, AEE appears to trade above fair value by approximately 19.4%. This suggests the market may be pricing in elevated growth expectations or sentiment premiums.
ValuationWhat is AEE fair value based on current fundamentals?
Our fair value estimate for AEE is $79.89, derived from discounted cash flow, dividend discount, and relative valuation multiples. The estimate assumes a discount rate of 9.0% and terminal growth of 2.5%.
RiskHow risky is AEE compared with other stocks?
Risk profile for AEE: a beta of 0.47 suggests a defensive profile. Investors should weigh macro exposure against their own risk tolerance.
GrowthIs AEE still growing?
Latest trailing metrics show revenue contraction of 6.2% and earnings growth of 11.9%. Profit margins are 18.6%.
AnalystWhat do analysts think about AEE?
Analyst consensus target is $119.53, implying 20.5% upside. The street recommendation is "buy".
DividendDoes AEE pay a dividend?
Yes. AEE currently offers a dividend yield of 3.0%.
CatalystWhat could change the investment case for AEE?
Key catalysts include Utilities sector dynamics, interest rate shifts, and company-specific earnings surprises. Monitor macro risk scores and analyst estimate revisions for early signals.

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