American Electric Power Co (WBO:AEPC) EV-to-EBITDA: 13.59 (As of Jul. 27, 2026) — 66% Below Median

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WBO:AEPC American Electric Power Co Inc WBO:AEPC
66 GF Score
Price €118.38
GF Value €96.64
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 11 Warning Signs
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What is American Electric Power Co EV-to-EBITDA?

American Electric Power Co WBO:AEPC +0.41% 66 EV-to-EBITDA is 13.59 as of Jul. 27, 2026, which is 66% below its 10-year median of 39.58. GuruFocus rates WBO:AEPC with a GF Score™ of 66/100 and a GF Value™ of €96.64 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 11 warning signs investors should review. Among 468 Utilities - Regulated companies, American Electric Power Co ranks worse than 73.08% on this metric.

EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, American Electric Power Co's enterprise value is €109,809 Mil. American Electric Power Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €8,082 Mil. Therefore, American Electric Power Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 13.59.

The historical rank and industry rank for American Electric Power Co's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

WBO:AEPC' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 13.29   Med: 39.58   Max: 58.7
Current: 13.29

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of American Electric Power Co was 58.70. The lowest was 13.29. And the median was 39.58.

WBO:AEPC's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than
73.08% of 468 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 10 vs WBO:AEPC: 13.29

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.

As of today (2026-07-27), American Electric Power Co's stock price is €118.38. American Electric Power Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was €1.165. Therefore, American Electric Power Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 101.61.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


American Electric Power Co  (WBO:AEPC) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation

EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.

American Electric Power Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=118.38/1.165
=101.61

American Electric Power Co's share price for today is €118.38.
American Electric Power Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €1.165.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


American Electric Power Co EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


American Electric Power Co EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for American Electric Power Co's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

American Electric Power Co EV-to-EBITDA Chart

American Electric Power Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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American Electric Power Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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WBO:AEPC vs D, PCG, ETR: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Electric subindustry, American Electric Power Co's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


American Electric Power Co EV-to-EBITDA vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, American Electric Power Co's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where American Electric Power Co's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.


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American Electric Power Co EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

American Electric Power Co's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=109809.317/8081.677
=13.59

American Electric Power Co's current Enterprise Value is €109,809 Mil.
American Electric Power Co's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was €8,082 Mil.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.59 mean?
American Electric Power Co (WBO:AEPC) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 13.59 as of Jul. 27, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on American Electric Power Co. This is 66% below median its historical median of 39.58. Over the past decade, American Electric Power Co's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 13.29 to 58.70. According to the industry distribution chart, American Electric Power Co ranks #342 out of 468 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 73.1%.
Is American Electric Power Co's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
American Electric Power Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.59 is 66% below median its 10-year median of 39.58. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 13.29 to a high of 58.70. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.00. American Electric Power Co's value of 13.59 is 35.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, American Electric Power Co ranks #342 out of 468 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, American Electric Power Co has a GF Score™ of 66/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does American Electric Power Co's EV-to-EBITDA compare to D and PCG?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, American Electric Power Co ranks #342 out of 468 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places American Electric Power Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.00. American Electric Power Co's value of 13.59 is 35.9% above this benchmark. Historically, American Electric Power Co's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 13.29 to 58.70 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 39.58 vs. the industry median of 10.00, American Electric Power Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Utilities - Regulated companies is 10.00, based on 468 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. American Electric Power Co's current EV-to-EBITDA of 13.59 is 35.9% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on American Electric Power Co. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 10.00 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. American Electric Power Co's current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.59, which is 66% below median its own 10-year median of 39.58. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is American Electric Power Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Electric Power Co (WBO:AEPC) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €96.64, compared to a current price of €118.38 — trading 22.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.59, which is 66% below median its 10-year median of 39.58 and 35.9% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 10.00. American Electric Power Co's overall GF Score™ is 66/100 with 11 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For American Electric Power Co (WBO:AEPC), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 13.59 as of Jul. 27, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is American Electric Power Co (WBO:AEPC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, American Electric Power Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €118.38 is trading 22.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €96.64. GuruFocus considers American Electric Power Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for WBO:AEPC:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 13.59 (66% below median its 10-year median of 39.58)
  • GF Value™: €96.64 vs. price of €118.38 (22.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 66/100 with 11 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 35.9% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#342 of 468)

No single metric tells the full story. See the WBO:AEPC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


American Electric Power Co Business Description

Address 1 Riverside Plaza, Columbus, OH, USA, 43215-2373
American Electric Power is one of the largest regulated utilities in the United States, providing electricity generation, transmission, and distribution to more than 5 million customers in 11 states. About 39% of AEP's capacity is coal, with the remainder from a mix of natural gas (28%), renewable energy and hydro (23%), nuclear (7%), and demand response (3%). Vertically integrated utilities, transmission and distribution, and generation and marketing support earnings.
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