AES Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

AES - AES Corporation

COGENERATION SERVICES & SMALL POWER PRODUCERS
$14.22
-0.07 (-0.49%) β–Ό
5d: -12.49%
30d: -11.62%
90d: +1.86%
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Analysis Updated: Mar 5, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Apr 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
⏸️ WAIT FOR STABILIZATION: AES is down 12.5% over the last 5 days. While fundamentals may be solid, catching a falling knife is risky. Wait for price to stabilize before entering.

Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)

Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation

0% (Stagnation) 50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$18.07
Based on 3.7% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$11.22
Trading above fair value

How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 6.3x Exit PE.

In-depth Analysis How we analyze

Valuation Analysis: AES is currently trading at $14.22, which is considered oversold relative to its 30-day fair value range of $14.81 to $16.53. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 6.0) is in line with its historical norms (6.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 2.0% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.

Technical Outlook: Technically, AES is in a uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $14.11. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.

Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (40/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $16.33 (+14.3%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.

Quick Decision Summary

Current Position OVERSOLD
Fair Price Range $14.81 - $16.53
Company Quality Score 55/100 (HOLD)
Volume Confirmation HIGH
Confidence Score 77.1%

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All Signals

  • BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
  • NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (40/100)
  • BULLISH: High volume confirmation
  • BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($16.33)
  • WARNING: Recommendation downgraded due to -12.5% 5-day decline - wait for stabilization

Fair Price Analysis

30-Day Fair Range $14.81 - $16.53
Current vs Fair Value OVERSOLD

Support & Resistance Levels

Support Level $14.11
Resistance Level $17.65
Current Trend Uptrend
Technical data as of Mar 5, 2026

Fundamental Context

Forward P/E (Next Year Est.) 5.97
Wall Street Target $16.33 (+14.3%)
Revenue Growth (YoY) 4.7%
Earnings Growth (YoY) -33.2%
Profit Margin 7.4%
Valuation Discount vs History -2.0% cheaper
PE vs Historical 6.0 vs 6.3 FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY): -2.0% (market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target $14.00 (-2%)
2-Year Target $13.72 (-4%)
3-Year Target $13.45 (-6%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes) (PE: 6β†’6) $14.18 (-1%)
3-Year Scenarios Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull: (PE: 22.6, Growth: 3.4%) $59.70 (+318%)
Base: (SPY PE: 6.0, Growth: 3.4%) $15.79 (+11%)
Bear: (PE: 5.1, Growth: 3.4%) $13.42 (-6%)
πŸ“ˆ Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (11x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (6x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 10.69 | Current EPS (TTM): $1.52
Bull Case $27.41 (+59%)
Analyst growth 53.3%, PE expands to 11.8
Base Case $24.92 (+44%)
Market implied 53.3%, PE stable at 10.7
Bear Case $11.05 (-36%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 9.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
πŸ’‘ Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 6.0 to 6.3
Stabilization Target: $15.07 (+5.5%)
PE Expansion Potential: +5.5%
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