Ameren delivers big economic benefits for Missouri and Illinois
Rhea-AI Summary
Ameren (NYSE: AEE) said its Missouri and Illinois operations generate more than $20.7 billion in annual economic output and support 55,200 jobs. The study reports $2.2 billion in in-state supplier purchases, $920 million in state and local taxes, and $10.6 million in philanthropy. Ameren's technical assistance helped create 3,728 new jobs in 2025 and spurred $3.56 billion in capital investment across 73 projects.
Regional highlights: Ameren Missouri projects drove 2,273 jobs and $1.56 billion in investment; Ameren Illinois territory saw 1,455 jobs and $2.0 billion invested, including a $500 million, 700-job Wieland Metals expansion.
Positive
- $20.7B annual economic output
- 55,200 jobs supported by Ameren activity
- $2.2B spent with in-state suppliers
- $920M contributed to state and local taxes
- 3,728 new jobs created via Ameren assistance in 2025
- $3.56B capital investment triggered by 73 projects
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- None.
News Market Reaction – AEE
On the day this news was published, AEE gained 0.68%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Key Figures
Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
AEE gained 1.09% with regulated utility peers also higher: DTE +1.15%, PPL +1.51%, FE +1.85%, WEC +0.8%, FTS +1.11%, indicating broad sector strength alongside this economic impact news.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 15 | Board appointment | Positive | -0.9% | New director added with technology and cybersecurity expertise. |
| Nov 24 | Regulatory approval | Positive | +0.1% | Missouri PSC approved large-load rate structure under growth plan. |
| Nov 05 | Earnings results | Positive | +0.7% | Q3 2025 EPS rose and earnings guidance increased for 2025–2026. |
| Nov 04 | Executive change | Neutral | +0.4% | Company named a new executive vice president and general counsel. |
| Oct 15 | Earnings webcast | Neutral | +1.1% | Announced schedule for Q3 2025 earnings webcast and guidance update. |
Recent news, especially earnings and regulatory approvals, has generally seen modestly positive price alignment, with one board-related announcement drawing a small negative reaction.
Over the past few months, Ameren has reported several notable developments. Q3 2025 results showed higher GAAP and adjusted EPS with raised 2025–2026 guidance, which was followed by a 0.72% gain. Missouri regulators approved a large-load rate structure on Nov. 24, 2025, and the stock was slightly higher the next day. Management moves, including board and general counsel changes, produced small mixed reactions. This latest announcement of sizable economic impact in Missouri and Illinois extends the theme of infrastructure-driven regional growth.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights Ameren’s reported regional impact, including more than $20.7 billion in annual economic output, support for 55,200 jobs, and $3.56 billion in 2025 capital investment tied to 73 projects. Combined with prior updates on earnings growth and regulatory approvals, it reinforces a story centered on infrastructure spending and economic development. Investors may watch how these activities flow through to future earnings results, regulatory decisions, and capital allocation plans.
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
Study estimates company's operations are generating more than
Conducted by HR&A Advisors and commissioned by Ameren, the study analyzed direct spending by the company on functions such as payroll, capital equipment, supplier services, and the additional economic benefits that are generated when those investments prompt other businesses and consumers to spend money on housing, capital goods and retail. In short, every dollar and job related to Ameren's operations in the bi-state area are generating additional leading-wage jobs, disposable income and increased tax revenue for communities and public institutions in the bi-state region.
Study Highlights
- Jobs: 55,200 supported by Ameren's annual economic activity
- Vendor/Suppliers:
$2.2 billion Missouri andIllinois - Taxes:
$920 million - Philanthropy:
$10.6 million
"Every day, our employees, suppliers and contractors are working to strengthen and expand our energy grid, bolstering reliability and resiliency for customers, while facilitating economic expansion," said Martin J. Lyons Jr., chairman, president and chief executive officer of Ameren Corporation. "The results of this economic impact study validate that our ongoing energy infrastructure investments and operations are delivering unprecedented benefits in the communities where we live and work."
The study also cites Ameren's annual efforts to manage costs and streamline operational efficiency to help mitigate the impact of rising energy costs. Efforts to keep rates as low as possible are increasing spending power for Ameren's residential and business customers, further contributing to economic impacts.
In addition, the technical assistance provided by Ameren to new, expanding and relocating businesses created 3,728 new jobs in the company's two-state service territory in 2025. In total, 73 economic development projects triggered
In 2025, businesses across Ameren Missouri's service territory created 2,273 new jobs and invested
- Amazon recently completed a new 61,000-square-foot last-mile delivery station in the SEMO Industrial Park in
Scott City, Missouri . Amazon also invested$15 million - WEG Transformers
USA , a leading producer of transformers, is expanding inWashington ,Missouri , investing$77 million - IKO, a global leader in the manufacturing and supply of residential shingles, commercial roofing and waterproofing products, is investing more than
$120 million Bismarck, Missouri .
In 2025, businesses across Ameren Illinois' service territory created more than 1,455 new jobs and invested
- Western Smokehouse Partners, a leading co-manufacturer and private-label producer, is expanding in
Galesburg, Illinois , investing$50 million - Prysmian Group, the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry, is expanding in
Du Quoin, Illinois , investing$63.8 million - Wieland Metals, a leading global supplier of semi-finished copper and copper alloy products, is expanding in
East Alton, Illinois , investing$500 million
Ameren was also recently selected as one of Business Facilities magazine's 2026 Top Utilities for Economic Development.
About Ameren Corporation
About HR&A Advisors
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