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Ameren Corp (AEE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
07/10/2025: AEE (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
17 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $103.67
1 Year Target Price $103.67
| 8 | Strong Buy |
| 1 | Buy |
| 6 | Hold |
| 2 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -6.6% | Avg. Invested days 38 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 07/10/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 25.81B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 21.06 | 1Y Target Price 103.67 |
Price to earnings Ratio 21.06 | 1Y Target Price 103.67 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 17 | Beta 0.51 | 52 Weeks Range 70.20 - 102.59 | Updated Date 07/9/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 70.20 - 102.59 | Updated Date 07/9/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.96% | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.52 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
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Profitability
Profit Margin 15.93% | Operating Margin (TTM) 24.6% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.69% | Return on Equity (TTM) 10.16% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 21.06 | Forward PE 19.08 | Enterprise Value 45355612735 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.4 |
Enterprise Value 45355612735 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.4 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.74 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.56 | Shares Outstanding 271112000 | Shares Floating 268962659 |
Shares Outstanding 271112000 | Shares Floating 268962659 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.28 | Percent Institutions 83.14 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Ameren Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
Ameren Corporation was founded in 1902 as Union Electric Company. It has grown through mergers and acquisitions to become one of the largest investor-owned utility companies in the United States, providing electricity and natural gas services.
Core Business Areas
- Ameren Missouri: Regulated electric and gas utility serving Missouri customers.
- Ameren Illinois: Regulated electric and gas distribution utility serving Illinois customers.
- Ameren Transmission: Focuses on electric transmission infrastructure projects across the Midwest.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership team consists of the CEO, CFO, and other key executives. The organizational structure is hierarchical, with business segments reporting to the corporate office.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Competitors: ITC Holdings,Duke Energy,Exelon
- Electricity Distribution: Delivery of electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Missouri and Illinois. Market share varies by region, with Ameren being a dominant player in its service territories. Competitors include other regional utilities and alternative energy providers.
- Market Share: Ameren serves approximately 2.4 million electric customers. Exact market share percentages vary depending on the location within their service territory, but it holds a dominant market share in the eastern Missouri and central/southern Illinois regions.
- Competitors: Spire Inc.,Nicor Gas
- Market Share: Ameren serves approximately 900,000 natural gas customers. Similar to the electricity distribution, they hold a significant portion of the market share within their designated areas.
- Natural Gas Distribution: Delivery of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Missouri and Illinois. Market share varies by region. Competitors include other regional utilities and propane distributors.
- Competitors: NextEra Energy Transmission,LS Power
- Market Share: Exact transmission market share is difficult to quantify, as it's project-based and regional. Ameren Transmission focuses on specific projects within the MISO region. They compete with other utilities and independent transmission developers.
- Transmission Services: Development and operation of high-voltage transmission lines. Focused on reliability and expanding capacity.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The utility industry is undergoing significant changes due to increasing demand for renewable energy, aging infrastructure, and evolving regulatory environments.
Positioning
Ameren is strategically positioned to capitalize on infrastructure investments and the transition to cleaner energy sources. They have a strong regional presence.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for utilities in Ameren's service areas is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. Ameren is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market due to its established infrastructure and customer base.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong regional presence
- Regulated business model provides stable earnings
- Commitment to infrastructure investment
- Growing transmission business
- Increasing renewable energy portfolio
Weaknesses
- Exposure to regulatory risk
- Dependence on weather conditions
- High capital expenditure requirements
- Public perception of rate increases
- Exposure to coal-fired power plants
Opportunities
- Growing demand for renewable energy
- Infrastructure modernization projects
- Expansion of transmission network
- Acquisition of smaller utilities
- Development of new energy technologies
Threats
- Changes in regulations
- Increased competition from alternative energy sources
- Economic downturn affecting demand
- Cybersecurity threats
- Environmental concerns
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- EXC
- DUK
- SO
Competitive Landscape
Ameren competes with other large utilities based on price, reliability, and customer service. Its regulated business model provides a degree of stability.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Ameren's growth has been driven by infrastructure investments and regulatory changes.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued growth driven by infrastructure spending and renewable energy initiatives.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in renewable energy projects, grid modernization, and energy efficiency programs.
Summary
Ameren is a large regulated utility with a strong regional presence. Its strengths include a stable business model and commitment to infrastructure investment. It faces challenges from regulatory risks and the transition to cleaner energy, but is well-positioned to capitalize on future growth opportunities. Ameren needs to remain competitive, especially as renewable energy sources gain popularity.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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About Ameren Corp
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters 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 8981 | Website https://www.amereninvestors.com |
Full time employees 8981 | 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 rate-regulated natural gas 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. It serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Ameren Corporation was founded in 1881 and is headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri.
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