David Taylor Buys Shares of American Electric Power

David Taylor disclosed buying AEP shares worth between $1,001 and $15,000.

Written by EarningsIQ · Published Jun 15, 2026, 10:01 AM EDT · Updated Jun 16, 2026, 2:02 PM EDT

Key Points

David Taylor, a member of the House, purchased shares of American Electric Power valued between $1,001 and $15,000 on June 5, 2026.
American Electric Power trades at $128.58 with a market cap of $70.3 billion, a P/E ratio of 19.1, and a 52-week range of $100.72 to $139.44.
Recent analyst ratings include Truist Securities maintaining a 'buy' with a $145 target, while insiders like CEO William Fehrman made recent trades.

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On June 5, 2026, David Taylor, a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, disclosed buying shares of American Electric Power Company, Inc. (NasdaqGS: AEP). The purchase was valued between $1,001 and $15,000, according to the STOCK Act filing made on June 15, 2026.

Other Institutional Activity in American Electric Power

American Electric Power has seen varied activity from institutional investors. BlackRock, Inc. increased its stake by 1,536,746 shares, bringing its total to 47,797,729 shares valued at approximately $6.27 billion. Vanguard Capital Management LLC added 35,138,422 shares, reaching a total of 35,138,422 shares worth about $4.61 billion. Meanwhile, State Street Corp slightly reduced its holdings by 149,640 shares to 30,288,136 shares valued at $3.97 billion. GQG Partners LLC decreased its position by 1,876,988 shares, ending with 15,025,884 shares valued at nearly $1.97 billion.

American Electric Power Stock Snapshot

Shares of American Electric Power traded at $128.58. The company has a market cap of $70.3 billion and a P/E ratio of 19.1. Its stock has ranged from $100.72 to $139.44 over the past year. The 50-day moving average is $131.43, while the 200-day moving average is $122.55. With a beta of 0.518, the stock is less volatile compared to the broader market. The company maintains a current ratio of 0.526 and a quick ratio of 0.294, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 157.1.

Recent Earnings

American Electric Power reported revenue of $22.43 billion with a growth rate of 10.2%. The net margin stands at 16.3%, and return on equity is 12.6%. The company posted earnings per share of $6.76. The next earnings release is anticipated on July 30, 2026.

Dividend

American Electric Power offers an annual dividend rate of $3.80, yielding 2.94%, with a payout ratio of 55.6%.

Insider Buying and Selling at American Electric Power Company, Inc.

Insider trading activity at American Electric Power included sales by several executives. On May 1, 2026, Executive Vice President Greg Hall sold 4,306 shares at $136.91 each. Controller Kate Dixon sold 636 shares and President of AEP Transmission Douglas Cannon sold 1,770 shares at the same price. Earlier, on March 10, 2026, CEO William Fehrman bought 96 shares at $132.31.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On May 29, 2026, Truist Securities maintained a 'buy' rating for American Electric Power with a price target of $145. TD Cowen, on May 15, 2026, also maintained a 'buy' rating, setting a target of $148. Barclays, on May 7, 2026, kept a 'hold' rating with a $136 target. The consensus among 21 analysts is a 'buy' rating, with a mean price target of $144.33.

About American Electric Power

American Electric Power Company, Inc. is a major electric utility holding company based in Columbus, Ohio. It provides electricity generation, transmission, and distribution services across the United States. The company operates through various segments including Vertically Integrated Utilities and AEP Transmission Holdco. With a diverse energy mix, AEP generates power from coal, nuclear, natural gas, and renewable sources. It employs approximately 17,581 people and is led by CEO William J. Fehrman.

Bottom Line

David Taylor's recent purchase of American Electric Power shares highlights the ongoing interest in utility stocks. AEP's stable market position, alongside recent analyst endorsements, reflects investor confidence. As always, remember that public filings like these are backward-looking and may not represent current holdings.