American Electric Power (NASDAQ:AEP) Exceeds Q2 2025 Earnings Estimates and Raises Full-Year Outlook

American Electric Power Co., Inc. (NASDAQ:AEP) reported second-quarter 2025 earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, with both revenue and earnings per share (EPS) coming in above estimates. The company also signaled confidence in its full-year outlook, guiding toward the upper half of its previously stated 2025 operating earnings range.

Key Earnings Highlights

• Revenue: Reported revenue for Q2 2025 was $5.09 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of $4.94 billion.
• EPS: Operating earnings per share came in at $1.43, beating the analyst forecast of $1.27.
• GAAP Earnings: The company posted GAAP earnings of $2.29 per share, a significant jump from $0.64 per share in Q2 2024, though this included one-time items.

Market Reaction

The stock saw a pre-market gain of nearly 0.94%, suggesting a positive initial response to the earnings beat. Over the past month, AEP shares have risen 5.26%, while the two-week performance shows a 4.62% increase, indicating steady upward momentum ahead of the earnings release.

Full-Year and Q3 Outlook

While the press release did not provide specific numerical guidance beyond reaffirming expectations for the upper half of its 2025 operating earnings range, analysts currently project:

• Full-Year 2025 Revenue: $5.92 billion
• Full-Year 2025 Sales: $21.46 billion
• Q3 2025 Revenue Estimate: $1.93 billion
• Q3 2025 Sales Estimate: $5.68 billion

Given the strong Q2 performance, AEP appears well-positioned to meet or exceed these estimates, particularly if operational efficiencies and demand trends continue favorably.

Press Release Summary

The earnings report highlighted:

• Record second-quarter operating earnings of $766 million ($1.43 per share), up from $662 million ($1.25 per share) in Q2 2024.
• A sharp increase in GAAP earnings, driven by both operational performance and non-recurring items.
• Management’s confidence in achieving the upper half of its 2025 earnings guidance.

For a deeper dive into AEP’s earnings estimates and historical performance, visit the AEP earnings page.

Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.