Ameren Corporation (AEE) Debt to Equity Ratio: 1.48
Is Ameren Corporation’s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Ameren Corporation's debt to equity ratio of 1.48 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.44, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.30–1.55).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 2.31% below its 12-month average of 1.52.
AEE Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
AEE Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
AEE Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart
AEE Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
1.48
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM
1.52
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y
1.48
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y
1.44
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y
1.31
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y
1.21
DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y
1.16
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-2.31%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+0.00%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+3.02%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
+13.21%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+22.50%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
+27.27%
AEE Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameren Corporation (AEE) | $30.58B | 1.48 | 1.52 | 1.48 | 1.44 |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)vs › | $28.36B | 2.12 | 2.04 | 1.93 | 1.84 |
| Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vs › | $28.31B | 0.69 | 0.68 | 0.73 | 0.76 |
| PPL Corporation (PPL)vs › | $27.37B | 1.30 | 1.25 | 1.16 | 1.11 |
| FirstEnergy Corp. (FE)vs › | $26.66B | 2.16 | 2.06 | 2.16 | 2.46 |
| Eversource Energy (ES)vs › | $26.25B | 1.87 | 1.91 | 1.80 | 1.64 |
| American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)vs › | $24.95B | 1.47 | 1.42 | 1.43 | 1.49 |
| WEC Energy Group, Inc. (WEC)vs › | $37.09B | 1.64 | 1.64 | 1.60 | 1.53 |
| CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs › | $22.87B | 2.07 | 2.04 | 2.05 | 2.06 |
| NiSource Inc. (NI)vs › | $22.65B | 1.72 | 1.67 | 1.64 | 1.62 |
Financial Health
Debt/Equity
1.48
Current Ratio
0.66
Ameren Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition
Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Ameren Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ
- What is the debt to equity ratio for Ameren Corporation (AEE)?
- The debt to equity ratio for AEE stock is 1.48.
- Is Ameren Corporation's debt to equity ratio high or low?
- Ameren Corporation's debt to equity ratio of 1.48 is in line with its 5-year average of 1.44, near the high end of its 5-year range (1.30–1.55).
- What is the TTM average debt to equity ratio for Ameren Corporation (AEE)?
- The TTM average debt to equity ratio for AEE stock is 1.52.
- What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Ameren Corporation (AEE)?
- The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for AEE stock is 1.48.
- What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Ameren Corporation (AEE)?
- The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for AEE stock is 1.44.
- What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Ameren Corporation (AEE)?
- The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for AEE stock is 1.31.
- What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Ameren Corporation (AEE)?
- The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for AEE stock is 1.21.
- What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Ameren Corporation (AEE)?
- The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for AEE stock is 1.16.
Ameren Corporation Debt to Equity Ratio History
| DATE | DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.48 |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.55 |
| 2023-12-31 | 1.45 |
| 2022-12-31 | 1.44 |
| 2021-12-31 | 1.40 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.30 |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.22 |
| 2018-12-31 | 1.18 |
| 2017-12-31 | 1.17 |
| 2016-12-31 | 1.10 |
| 2015-12-31 | 1.09 |
| 2014-12-31 | 1.03 |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.98 |
| 2012-12-31 | 1.06 |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.88 |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.00 |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.04 |
| 2008-12-31 | 1.13 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.06 |
| 2006-12-31 | 0.97 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.89 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.98 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.04 |
| 2002-12-31 | 1.00 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.01 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.87 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.80 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.77 |
| 1997-12-31 | 0.81 |
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About Ameren Corporation
Operating across the United States, Ameren Corporation functions as a utility holding company. The enterprise organizes its operations into four primary divisions: Ameren Missouri, Ameren Illinois Electric Distribution, Ameren Illinois Natural Gas, and Ameren Transmission. Its fundamental business involves the rate-regulated production, transmission, and supply of electricity, in addition to the rate-regulated distribution and transmission of natural gas. Ameren generates power using a variety of sources, including coal, nuclear energy, and natural gas, supplemented by renewable alternatives such as hydroelectric, wind, methane gas, and solar. Its customer base encompasses residential homes, commercial businesses, and industrial operations. Established in 1881, Ameren Corporation is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Electric
- CEO
- Martin J. Lyons Jr.