Ameren Stock Price, News & Analysis

Ameren Missouri (NYSE: AEE) has filed an application to construct the Big Hollow Energy Center, a hybrid facility combining an 800-megawatt natural gas energy center with a 400-MW battery storage facility in Jefferson County, Missouri. The project represents Ameren's first large-scale battery installation, designed to enhance grid reliability and meet increased energy demands.

The facility, planned to be operational by 2028, will be built on existing Ameren-owned land with infrastructure access. The battery storage component is part of Ameren's broader plan to deploy 1,000 MW of battery capacity by 2030 and 1,800 MW by 2042. The batteries can power thousands of homes for hours during peak demand periods.

Ameren Missouri (NYSE: AEE) has filed its Powering Missouri Growth Plan with the Missouri Public Service Commission to address increasing energy demands from large customers. The plan focuses on attracting advanced manufacturing and data centers while maintaining fair rates for all customers.

The initiative aims to create jobs, generate new revenue for community services, and ensure expanding companies pay their fair share. The plan aligns with Missouri Senate Bill 4 and includes consumer protection measures. Through its revised Integrated Resource Plan, Ameren Missouri plans to serve up to 2.0 gigawatts of expected new energy demand by 2032.

The company emphasizes its competitive advantages, including a balanced energy mix, reliable delivery system, and low electric rates, positioning Missouri as an attractive destination for energy-intensive businesses.

Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE) has priced an underwritten public offering of 5,550,416 shares of common stock at $94.00 per share. The offering includes forward sale agreements with Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Barclays, and Wells Fargo, with settlement expected by January 15, 2027. The underwriters have a 30-day option to purchase up to 832,562 additional shares.

The company has flexibility to settle the forward agreements through physical delivery, cash, or net shares. Proceeds will be used for general corporate purposes, including short-term debt repayment. The offering is expected to close around May 14, 2025.

Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE) has announced a $520 million common stock offering with a forward sale component. The company will enter into forward sale agreements with underwriters, allowing for settlement at Ameren's discretion until January 15, 2027. The underwriters, including Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan, Barclays, and Wells Fargo Securities, have a 30-day option to purchase an additional $78 million of shares. The company plans to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, including short-term debt repayment. Ameren serves 2.5 million electric customers and 900,000 natural gas customers through its subsidiaries Ameren Missouri and Ameren Illinois, operating across a 64,000-square-mile area.

Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE) has announced its quarterly dividend payments. The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.71 per share on its common stock, payable on June 30, 2025, to shareholders of record as of June 10, 2025.

Additionally, the board approved regular quarterly cash dividends for preferred stockholders of both Union Electric Company (Ameren Missouri) and Ameren Illinois Company. Ameren Missouri's preferred stock dividends will be paid on August 15, 2025, to shareholders of record on July 17, 2025, while Ameren Illinois's preferred stock dividends are scheduled for August 1, 2025, to shareholders of record on July 11, 2025.

Ameren Corporation (NYSE: AEE) reported strong Q1 2025 results with GAAP diluted EPS of $1.07, up from $0.98 in Q1 2024. The company's adjusted EPS also increased to $1.07 from $1.02 year-over-year. Net income rose to $289 million from $261 million in Q1 2024. The improved performance was driven by increased infrastructure investments and higher Ameren Missouri retail sales due to colder winter temperatures. These gains were partially offset by higher interest expenses and storm-related costs. The company reaffirmed its 2025 earnings guidance range of $4.85 to $5.05 per share. Segment-wise, Ameren Missouri earned $42 million, Transmission $89 million, Illinois Electric Distribution $63 million, and Natural Gas $108 million, while the Parent segment reported a $13 million loss.

Ameren (NYSE: AEE) has announced its upcoming first quarter 2025 earnings conference call, scheduled for May 2, 2025, at 9 a.m. Central Time. Chairman, president and CEO Martin J. Lyons Jr., along with CFO Michael L. Moehn, will lead the discussion.

The webcast will be accessible via AmerenInvestors.com, with supporting materials posted under 'Investor News and Events.' A replay will remain available for one year after the call.

Ameren serves a 64,000-square-mile area through its subsidiaries:

• Ameren Missouri: Provides electric generation, transmission, distribution, and natural gas services
• Ameren Illinois: Handles electric transmission, distribution, and natural gas distribution
• Ameren Transmission Company of Illinois: Develops rate-regulated regional electric transmission projects

The company currently powers 2.5 million electric customers and over 900,000 natural gas customers.

Ameren Missouri, a subsidiary of Ameren (NYSE: AEE), has announced the pricing of $500 million aggregate principal amount of first mortgage bonds. The bonds will carry a 5.25% interest rate, mature in 2035, and are priced at 99.975% of their principal amount.

The transaction is expected to close on April 4, 2025. The company plans to use the net proceeds to repay short-term debt and/or fund near-term capital expenditures. The offering is being managed by joint book-runners including Goldman Sachs & Co. , RBC Capital Markets, , Scotia Capital (USA) Inc., SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., and PNC Capital Markets

Ameren (NYSE: AEE) has announced the pricing of $750 million aggregate principal amount of 5.375% senior notes due 2035 at 99.822% of their principal amount. The transaction is expected to close on March 7, 2025. The company plans to use the net proceeds for general corporate purposes, including repaying a portion of its short-term debt.

The offering is being managed by joint book-running managers including Barclays Capital, J.P. Morgan Securities, Mizuho Securities USA, MUFG Securities Americas, and Wells Fargo Securities. Ameren serves 2.5 million electric customers and over 900,000 natural gas customers across a 64,000-square-mile area through its regulated utility subsidiaries Ameren Missouri and Ameren Illinois.