AES Corp Stock: Quiet Power Player Or Value Trap In The Energy Transition Race?

AES Corp’s stock has significantly underperformed over the past year despite its aggressive shift into renewables and battery storage. The company’s hybrid model, balancing regulated utilities with capital-intensive clean energy development, has led to investor caution due to rising interest rates and execution risks. Wall Street analysts are cautiously optimistic, seeing long-term growth potential but acknowledging higher volatility compared to traditional utilities.