Ameren Corporation announced a 5.6% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to 75 cents per share, bringing the annualized rate to $3.00 per share. This marks the 13th consecutive year of dividend growth. The company's board expressed confidence in delivering strong returns for shareholders while maintaining a solid balance sheet and continuing investments in grid modernization.

Australian investment firm Ausbil Investment Management sold over 31,000 shares of Ameren Corporation, reducing its stake from 3% to 1.23% of its portfolio, likely as a profit-taking strategy after the stock's nearly 20% annual performance.

Ameren Corporation's board of directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of 71 cents per share on its common stock, payable on June 30, 2025. The board also declared regular quarterly cash dividends on the preferred stock of its subsidiaries, Union Electric Company and Ameren Illinois Company.

Ameren Corporation has increased its quarterly cash dividend by approximately 6%, marking the 12th consecutive year of dividend growth. The new annualized dividend rate is $2.84 per share, up from $2.68 previously.

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Ameren reported revenue of $1.69 billion for Q2 2024, a 3.8% year-over-year decline. EPS was $0.97, up from $0.90 a year ago. The reported revenue missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 9.93%, while EPS beat the estimate by 4.30%.

6 analysts have shared their evaluations of Ameren (NYSE:AEE) during the recent three months, expressing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives. The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 0 1 4 0 1 Last 30D 0 0 1 0 0 1M Ago 0 1 0 0 0 2M Ago 0 0 2 0 1 3M Ago 0 0 1 0 0 The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $75.83, a high estimate of $81.00, and a low estimate of $73.00. This current average reflects an increase of 3.03% from the previous average price target of $73.60. Diving into Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Exploration The standing of Ameren among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target Stephen Byrd Morgan Stanley Raises Equal-Weight $76.00 $69.00 James Thalacker BMO Capital Raises Outperform $81.00 $76.00 Nicholas Campanella Barclays Lowers Equal-Weight $73.00 $74.00 Julien Dumoulin-Smith B of A Securities Raises Neutral $78.00 $77.00 Carly Davenport Goldman Sachs Announces Sell $73.00 - Eric Beaumont Barclays Raises Equal-Weight $74.00 $72.00 Key Insights: Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', or 'Lower' ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

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Across the recent three months, 6 analysts have shared their insights on Ameren (NYSE:AEE), expressing a variety of opinions spanning from bullish to bearish. The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months. Bullish Somewhat Bullish Indifferent Somewhat Bearish Bearish Total Ratings 0 2 3 0 1 Last 30D 0 1 0 0 0 1M Ago 0 0 2 0 1 2M Ago 0 0 1 0 0 3M Ago 0 1 0 0 0 Analysts have set 12-month price targets for Ameren, revealing an average target of $75.83, a high estimate of $81.00, and a low estimate of $73.00. This upward trend is apparent, with the current average reflecting a 1.38% increase from the previous average price target of $74.80. Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview The standing of Ameren among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets. Analyst Analyst Firm Action Taken Rating Current Price Target Prior Price Target James Thalacker BMO Capital Raises Outperform $81.00 $76.00 Nicholas Campanella Barclays Lowers Equal-Weight $73.00 $74.00 Julien Dumoulin-Smith B of A Securities Raises Neutral $78.00 $77.00 Carly Davenport Goldman Sachs Announces Sell $73.00 - Eric Beaumont Barclays Raises Equal-Weight $74.00 $72.00 James Thalacker BMO Capital Raises Outperform $76.00 $75.00 Key Insights: Action Taken: In response to dynamic market conditions and company performance, analysts update their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise', ...Full story available on Benzinga.com

Ameren's (AEE) first-quarter earnings and revenues lag estimates. The company's 2024 EPS outlook remains unchanged.