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Ameren Corp(AEE)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 3 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
-0.79% ▼
LAST CLOSE
$108.08
10/26/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AEE

10/26/2026: AEE (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Ameren Corp is a regulated electric and natural gas utility providing essential energy services in Missouri and Illinois. The company is characterized by a low-risk, stable business model with strong cash flows backed by supportive state regulatory frameworks. Its primary growth strategy centers on significant capital investment in grid modernization and the transition toward renewable energy. Key risks include exposure to regulatory decisions, capital costs, and weather-related infrastructure challenges. Ameren is often well-suited for income-focused investors who prioritize steady dividends and defensive characteristics, though it may be less attractive to growth investors seeking rapid capital appreciation.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitUtility stocks like Ameren typically offer lower growth rates compared to the broader market.
Momentum investorWeak fitThis stock is generally characterized by slow, steady movement rather than high-velocity trends.
Value investorMixed fitValuation is often tied to regulated rate-of-return constraints, limiting upside potential.
Dividend investorStrong fitAmeren is a reliable income generator with a history of increasing dividends.
Low-risk investorStrong fitRegulated utilities offer lower volatility and defensive characteristics during market downturns.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityLowRegulated earnings provide a buffer against extreme market price swings.
Valuation riskMediumUtilities can become overvalued relative to bonds when interest rates fall.
Competition risk (Regulated Monopoly)LowAs a franchised utility, the company faces little direct competition for its core services.
Business qualityStrongThe business model is highly predictable and essential to the economy.
Dividend incomeLowThe dividend is supported by stable, regulated cash flows.
Execution riskMediumLarge-scale infrastructure projects carry risks of cost overruns and regulatory disapproval.

Price Behavior

Rolling Over
PRICE PATH

Rolling Over

The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.

Very Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Very Smooth

The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 4.01%
Avg. Invested days 42
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
AEE receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid company fundamentals, solid quantitative characteristics, and solid analyst coverage. The rating is constrained by soft unit economics, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
AEE has solid overall fundamentals (4 stars), with moderate financial health, solid growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2025 versus FY2024, solid earnings growth (+23.2%) and solid revenue growth (+15.4%) are partially offset by weak cash generation (FCF margin -9.3%), very low insider ownership of 0.32%.

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
AEE's financial health is supported by solid profitability, including gross margin of 29.6% and operating margin of 23.0%. Liquidity is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is AEE's strongest growth driver at +50.2% FY2025 versus FY2024 (strong, 5 stars). Revenue growth (+15.4%, solid) and earnings growth (+23.2%, solid) are also constructive, though not equally high across every growth measure.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 90.4% and approximately 99.4% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.32%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 9.33%
T. Rowe Price Associates, Inc. 7.45%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 6.52%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 5.78%
State Street Corp 5.48%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
AEE generates approximately $296 of gross profit, $230 of operating income, and $-93 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2025 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 2-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 8.52%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
AEE has a high-quality, large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedQuality TiltLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 29.91B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 19.02
1Y Target Price 114.62
Price to earnings Ratio 19.02
1Y Target Price 114.62
Volume (30-day avg) 2.0M shares
Beta 0.45
52 Weeks Range 94.58 - 117.49
Updated Date 10/25/2026
52 Weeks Range 94.58 - 117.49
Updated Date 10/25/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 2.68%
Basic EPS (TTM) 5.68

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Regulated ElectricGeneration, transmission, and distribution of electricity to retail customers.Steady revenue generated from essential residential and commercial power usage.
Regulated Natural GasDistribution of natural gas to residential and commercial customers.Provides stable, recurring income based on seasonal energy needs.
GeographyMissouri and Illinois service territories.The regulatory environment in these two states dictates the company's profitability.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Valuation

Trailing PE 19.02
Forward PE 17.51
Enterprise Value 50.56B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.56
Enterprise Value 50.56B
Price to Sales(TTM) 3.56
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.71
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.64
Shares Outstanding 276.84M
Shares Floating 275.09M
Shares Outstanding 276.84M
Shares Floating 275.09M
Percent Insiders 0.32
Percent Institutions 90.4

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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