AEP monthly performance report
View AEP's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
AEP monthly report
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Key takeaways
- American Electric Power (AEP) closed November 2026 at $129.18, down 0.79% for the month and +6.34% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, AEP is +12.03%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading +0.53% versus its 200-day moving average ($128.50), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, AEP has outperformed the S&P 500 by +0.82%, with a relative strength index reading of 100.5.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
American Electric Power ended November 2026 at $129.18, posting a monthly return of −0.79%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −0.61%.
The current quarter stands at +8.88% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +0.53% versus the 200-day moving average ($128.50).
Year-to-date, AEP is +12.03% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of +1.40%. The stock is currently −8.11% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −15.23%.
| Period | AEP | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.21% | −0.36% | +0.57% |
| 1 Week | +2.09% | +2.59% | −0.50% |
| 1 Month | −0.79% | −0.18% | −0.61% |
| 3 Months | +2.09% | −2.37% | +4.46% |
| 6 Months | +0.96% | +0.83% | +0.13% |
| YTD | +12.03% | +10.62% | +1.40% |
| 12 Months | +6.34% | +12.25% | −5.91% |
| 3 Years | +72.19% | +71.37% | +0.82% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2024 | +11.83% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | +11.72% |
| #3 | Oct 2026 | +9.75% |
| #4 | Jul 2025 | +9.04% |
| #5 | Feb 2024 | +9.02% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Dec 2024 | −7.64% |
| #2 | May 2026 | −7.61% |
| #3 | Dec 2025 | −6.84% |
| #4 | Jul 2026 | −6.55% |
| #5 | May 2025 | −4.48% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +8.42% |
| Q4 2025 | +2.50% |
| Q1 2026 | +13.68% |
| Q2 2026 | +4.37% |
| Q3 2026 | −13.28% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +8.88% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | −14.46% |
| 2024 | +13.56% |
| 2025 | +25.02% |
| 2026 | +12.03% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $140.58 (2026-07-07) |
| 52-Week Low | $112.54 (2026-01-05) |
| Current Price | $129.18 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $128.50 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +0.53% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −15.23% (2026-09-24) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −8.11% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 100.5 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +0.82% |
| RS Peak | 121.7 (Mar 2026) |
| RS Trough | 88.7 (Dec 2024) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was AEP's return for this report period?
AEP returned −0.79% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has AEP outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD AEP: +12.03% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is AEP's 12-month return?
+6.34% over the trailing 12 months.
Is AEP above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +0.53% versus 200DMA ($128.50).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−15.23% on 2026-09-24.