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Ameren Corp(AEE)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for AEE
09/28/2026: AEE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Ameren Corp is a regulated electric and natural gas utility providing essential energy services primarily in Missouri and Illinois. The company is known for its stable, rate-regulated business model, which historically supports consistent dividend payments, making it a suitable option for income-focused investors. Its primary growth strategy centers on significant capital investment in grid modernization and the transition to renewable energy sources, which are typically recoverable through customer rate adjustments. However, investors should remain aware of risks related to regulatory outcomes, the high capital requirements of its business, and sensitivity to interest rate fluctuations. Ameren serves as a reliable core holding for those seeking stability over aggressive growth.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | Ameren is a utility stock characterized by moderate growth rather than high-growth potential. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum fit is conditional on a positive Upturn signal, though the stock typically moves slowly. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often tied to regulated rate bases, which may be fairly priced in stable markets. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Ameren offers consistent dividend payments suitable for income-focused portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | The regulated nature of the business provides lower volatility compared to broader market indices. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Low | Regulated utilities typically exhibit lower price sensitivity than the broader market. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Changes in interest rates can significantly affect the valuation of yield-sensitive stocks. |
| Competition risk (utility service area exclusivity) | Low | Ameren operates as a regulated monopoly, limiting traditional market-based competition. |
| Business quality | Strong | The company provides essential services with predictable, government-approved revenue streams. |
| Dividend income | Low | Reliable cash flow supports the stability of dividend payouts. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Large-scale infrastructure projects carry inherent risks regarding budget and schedule management. |
Price Behavior
Rolling Over
The price momentum is slowing down and beginning to turn downward.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 4.35% | Avg. Invested days 47 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/28/2026 |
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Company Fundamentals
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Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 27.52B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 17.5 | 1Y Target Price 119.53 |
Price to earnings Ratio 17.5 | 1Y Target Price 119.53 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1.5M shares | Beta 0.47 | 52 Weeks Range 94.58 - 117.49 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 94.58 - 117.49 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.94% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.68 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Operations | Generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity to customers. | This is the primary driver of income, earned through rates approved by state regulators. |
| Natural Gas Operations | Distribution of natural gas to residential and commercial users. | Provides a secondary, stable revenue stream often tied to seasonal demand. |
| Geographic Exposure | Operations specifically in Missouri and Illinois. | Performance is highly dependent on the regulatory environment of these two specific states. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 17.5 | Forward PE 17.51 | Enterprise Value 49.41B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.27 |
Enterprise Value 49.41B | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.27 | ||
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 90.21 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
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)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
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)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
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)
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)
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)
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)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
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)
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)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Ameren Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters Saint Louis, MO, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1998-01-02 | President, CEO & Chairman of the Board Mr. Martin J. Lyons Jr. | ||
Sector Utilities | Industry Utilities - Regulated Electric | Full time employees 8913 | Website https://www.amereninvestors.com |
Full time employees 8913 | Website https://www.amereninvestors.com | ||
Ameren Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a public utility holding company in the United States. The company operates through four segments: Ameren Missouri, Ameren Illinois Electric Distribution, Ameren Illinois Natural Gas, and Ameren Transmission. It engages in the rate-regulated electric generation, transmission, and distribution business and natural gas transmission and distribution business. The company also generates electricity through coal, nuclear, and natural gas, as well as renewable energy, including hydroelectric, wind, methane gas, and solar energy centers. It serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Ameren Corporation was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri.
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