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FirstEnergy Corporation (FE)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: FE (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
18 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $46.25
1 Year Target Price $46.25
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 11 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -10.59% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 25.15B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 19.19 | 1Y Target Price 46.25 |
Price to earnings Ratio 19.19 | 1Y Target Price 46.25 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 18 | Beta 0.46 | 52 Weeks Range 36.81 - 44.40 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 36.81 - 44.40 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.93% | Basic EPS (TTM) 2.27 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
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 19.19 | Forward PE 17.15 | Enterprise Value 50400715234 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.81 |
Enterprise Value 50400715234 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.81 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.59 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.2 | Shares Outstanding 577404032 | Shares Floating 546824619 |
Shares Outstanding 577404032 | Shares Floating 546824619 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.17 | Percent Institutions 92.72 |
Upturn AI SWOT
FirstEnergy Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
FirstEnergy Corporation was founded in 1997 through the merger of Ohio Edison and Centerior Energy. It evolved through acquisitions and divestitures, facing challenges including financial difficulties and regulatory scrutiny.
Core Business Areas
- Regulated Distribution: Delivers electricity to customers through a network of distribution lines, substations, and other equipment in Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, and New Jersey.
- Regulated Transmission: Operates and maintains transmission lines and substations, ensuring the reliable flow of electricity across its service territory.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by a CEO and a board of directors. Its organizational structure includes various departments responsible for different aspects of its operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Competitors: American Electric Power (AEP), PPL Corporation (PPL), Exelon Corporation (EXC)
- Electricity Distribution: Delivers electricity to approximately six million customers. Competitors include other regional utility companies. Market share varies by region but is generally significant within its service territories.
- Competitors: American Electric Power (AEP), PPL Corporation (PPL)
- Electricity Transmission: Provides transmission services to ensure reliable power delivery. Competitors are other transmission system operators and regional utilities.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The utility industry is undergoing transformation due to factors such as renewable energy adoption, smart grid technologies, and increasing regulatory pressures.
Positioning
FirstEnergy is a major player in the regulated utility sector, focusing on electricity distribution and transmission. Its competitive advantages include a large customer base and a well-established infrastructure.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for electricity distribution and transmission in FirstEnergy's service area is estimated to be in the billions of dollars annually. FirstEnergy holds a significant share within its geographic footprint.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large customer base
- Established infrastructure
- Regulated revenue streams
- Geographic diversity
Weaknesses
- History of financial difficulties
- Exposure to regulatory risks
- Aging infrastructure
- Debt burden
Opportunities
- Investments in smart grid technologies
- Expansion of renewable energy sources
- Infrastructure modernization programs
- Growth in electric vehicle adoption
Threats
- Increasing competition from alternative energy providers
- Rising operating costs
- Cybersecurity threats
- Changes in environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- AEP
- EXC
- PPL
Competitive Landscape
FirstEnergy faces competition from other major utilities in the region. Its advantages include its large customer base, while its disadvantages include its debt burden.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Historical growth has been affected by financial issues and strategic restructuring.
Future Projections: Future projections are subject to change, check for updated financials on FE's Investor Relations page.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include infrastructure investments and renewable energy projects.
Summary
FirstEnergy is a major utility company with a large customer base and a regulated revenue stream, providing stability. Its past financial difficulties pose risks, and the company must invest in infrastructure upgrades and navigate regulatory changes effectively. Its future growth depends on adapting to changing energy markets and managing its debt. Overall, FirstEnergy has strong fundamentals but faces operational and financial challenges that need attention.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- FirstEnergy Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on publicly available information and is not financial advice. Market conditions and company performance can 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.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
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 | Website https://www.firstenergycorp.com |
Full time employees 12294 | Website https://www.firstenergycorp.com | ||
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.
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