American Electric Power has beaten earnings estimates in its last two quarters and may be positioned to do so again in its next report. The utility posted a 5.81% surprise last quarter with earnings of $1.64 per share versus a $1.55 consensus, and a 3.48% surprise the prior quarter with $1.19 per share against a $1.15 estimate. The company currently holds a Zacks Rank #3 and a positive Earnings ESP of +0.07%, a combination that research suggests produces a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time. Its next earnings release is expected on July 30, 2026.
American Electric Power Co IncArticle discusses potential earnings beat based on Zacks Rank and positive ESP, indicating favorable earnings surprise likelihood.