American Electric Power Declares Quarterly Dividend and Announces Significant Investments
COLUMBUS, Ohio – January 20, 2026 – The Board of Directors of American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) today announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of 95 cents per share on the company’s common stock. This marks the 463rd consecutive quarterly common stock cash dividend paid by AEP, a testament to the company’s long-standing commitment to shareholder value.
Dividend Details
The dividend is payable on March 10, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 10, 2026. AEP has consistently delivered cash dividends to its shareholders every quarter since July 1910, demonstrating its financial stability and dedication to returning value to investors.
Strategic Investment Plan: Powering the Future
Beyond the dividend, American Electric Power is poised for substantial growth with a planned investment of $72 billion between 2026 and 2030. This significant capital allocation will focus on enhancing service reliability for customers and supporting the evolving energy demands of the communities AEP serves.
With nearly 17,000 employees, AEP operates and maintains the largest electric transmission system in the nation, encompassing approximately 40,000 line miles. The company also manages over 252,000 miles of distribution lines, delivering energy to 5.6 million customers across 11 states. AEP’s generating capacity stands at approximately 31,000 megawatts, utilizing a diverse mix of energy sources.
AEP’s Commitment to Excellence
American Electric Power is deeply committed to safety, operational excellence, and creating value for all stakeholders. The company actively contributes to economic development and community engagement within its service territory.
AEP Family of Companies
The AEP family of companies includes:
- AEP Ohio
- AEP Texas
- Appalachian Power (Virginia, West Virginia, and Tennessee)
- Indiana Michigan Power
- Kentucky Power
- Public Service Company of Oklahoma
- Southwestern Electric Power Company (Arkansas, Louisiana, east Texas, and the Texas Panhandle)
- AEP Energy (providing competitive energy solutions nationwide)
AEP is headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. For more information, please visit aep.com.
Investor Resources
AEP utilizes its website (https://www.aep.com/investors/) as a key channel for distributing important company information. Financial updates and other relevant details are routinely posted and accessible online. Investors can also enroll for email alerts and updates by visiting the “Email Alerts” section on the AEP website (https://www.aep.com/investors/).
Source: American Electric Power
