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American Electric Power stock upgraded with price targets raised by Morgan Stanley and BTIG

Analyst Insights
21 Oct 2026
Andrew Wynn
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Bullish
American Electric Power stock upgraded with price targets raised by Morgan Stanley and BTIG

American Electric Power (AEP) received positive analyst updates with Morgan Stanley maintaining an Overweight rating and raising its price target to $130, while BTIG upgraded the stock from Neutral to Buy with a $147 target. The stock currently trades around $127.46, indicating potential upside according to these analysts. These upgrades reflect confidence in AEP's performance and prospects in the electric utility sector, suggesting investors may see gains if the stock reaches these targets.

American Electric Power (AEP) is trading at USD 127.74 on Pluang as of Oct 22, 2026 00:02 WIB, showing a modest 0.41% increase in one day. The stock's dividend yield stands at 3.05%, appealing to income-focused investors. Pluang users currently show full buy interest with 100% buy order activity, reflecting strong demand for AEP shares.

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