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FirstEnergy Corporation (FE)

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$43.05
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Profit since last BUY3.71%
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09/16/2025: FE (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Number of Analysts

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18 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $46.17

1 Year Target Price $46.17

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$46.17 Target price
52w Low $36.81
Current$43.05
52w High $44.4

Analysis of Past Performance

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Historic Profit -11.64%
Avg. Invested days 31
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 25.29B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 19.29
1Y Target Price 46.17
Price to earnings Ratio 19.29
1Y Target Price 46.17
Volume (30-day avg) 18
Beta 0.48
52 Weeks Range 36.81 - 44.40
Updated Date 09/15/2025
52 Weeks Range 36.81 - 44.40
Updated Date 09/15/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 3.93%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.26

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Profitability

Profit Margin 9.44%
Operating Margin (TTM) 19.85%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.16%
Return on Equity (TTM) 10.71%

Valuation

Trailing PE 19.29
Forward PE 16.13
Enterprise Value 50539292177
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.82
Enterprise Value 50539292177
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.82
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.6
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.23
Shares Outstanding 577404032
Shares Floating 546824619
Shares Outstanding 577404032
Shares Floating 546824619
Percent Insiders 0.17
Percent Institutions 92.8

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FirstEnergy Corporation

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Company Overview

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FirstEnergy Corporation was founded in 1997 through the merger of Ohio Edison Company and Centerior Energy Corporation. It has grown through acquisitions and focused on electric generation, transmission, and distribution.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Regulated Distribution: Distribution of electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, and New Jersey.
  • Regulated Transmission: Operation and maintenance of high-voltage transmission lines and substations.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team includes the CEO and other key executives overseeing various operational and financial aspects. The company is structured into several business units, each responsible for specific areas of operations.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Electricity Distribution: Delivery of electricity to over 6 million customers. Market share varies by region, but FirstEnergy is a major player in its service territories. Competitors include American Electric Power, PPL Corporation, and Exelon.
  • Transmission Services: Provision of high-voltage electricity transmission services. Market share is significant in the PJM Interconnection region. Competitors include ITC Holdings and Transource Energy.

Market Dynamics

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The electricity industry is undergoing significant changes due to renewable energy adoption, regulatory shifts, and infrastructure modernization needs.

Positioning

FirstEnergy is a large, regulated utility focused on transmission and distribution. Its competitive advantages include its extensive infrastructure and large customer base.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for electricity distribution and transmission in FirstEnergy's service area is estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars. FirstEnergy captures a significant portion through its established infrastructure and customer base.

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Strengths

  • Extensive Infrastructure
  • Large Customer Base
  • Regulated Revenue Streams
  • Geographic Diversity

Weaknesses

  • High Debt Levels
  • Environmental Liabilities
  • Regulatory Scrutiny
  • Aging Infrastructure in some areas

Opportunities

  • Infrastructure Modernization
  • Renewable Energy Investments
  • Grid Enhancement Projects
  • Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Expansion

Threats

  • Rising Interest Rates
  • Regulatory Changes
  • Cybersecurity Risks
  • Economic Downturn

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • AEP
  • PPL
  • EXC

Competitive Landscape

FirstEnergy competes with other utilities based on service quality, reliability, and price. Its regulated status provides a degree of stability, but it faces challenges in areas like environmental compliance and infrastructure upgrades.

Major Acquisitions

Allegheny Energy

  • Year: 2011
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 4700
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded FirstEnergy's service territory into West Virginia and Maryland.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historical growth depends on revenue from regulated activities and infrastructure investments.

Future Projections: Future projections rely on analyst estimates and company guidance regarding capital expenditures and rate case outcomes.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include grid modernization projects and investments in renewable energy sources.

Summary

FirstEnergy is a large regulated utility with a strong presence in the Mid-Atlantic region. Its strengths lie in its extensive infrastructure and stable revenue streams, but it faces challenges related to debt, environmental liabilities, and regulatory scrutiny. The company is focusing on grid modernization and renewable energy investments to drive future growth and navigate industry changes. Investors should watch regulatory outcomes and debt levels closely.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company SEC Filings
  • Industry Reports
  • Analyst Estimates
  • FirstEnergy Investor Relations

Disclaimers:

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About FirstEnergy Corporation

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Akron, OH, United States
IPO Launch date 1997-11-10
CEO, President & Chair of the Board Mr. Brian X. Tierney
Sector Utilities
Industry Utilities - Regulated Electric
Full time employees 12294
Full time employees 12294

FirstEnergy Corp., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the generation, distribution, and transmission of electricity in the United States. It operates through Distribution, Integrated, and Stand-Alone Transmission segments. The company owns and operates coal-fired, nuclear, hydroelectric, wind, and solar power generating facilities. It operates 252,244 distribution line miles and 24,143 transmission line miles, including overhead pole line and underground conduit carrying primary, secondary, and street lighting circuits. The company serves customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland, and New York. FirstEnergy Corp. was incorporated in 1996 and is headquartered in Akron, Ohio.