FAQs
FAQs
Explore AES’ most frequently asked questions
What does AES do?
AES is a global power company with generation and distribution businesses. We apply our development, construction and operational expertise across our global business platform to provide affordable and sustainable power in 12 countries.
What does AES stand for?
The company was originally founded as Applied Energy Services, which was later contracted to AES. Today the company’s legal name is The AES Corporation.
How many employees does AES have?
As of December 31, 2024, the Company and its subsidiaries had approximately 9,100 full-time / permanent employees.
When did AES go public?
AES went public on June 25, 1991.
Where is AES common stock listed?
AES common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AES).
What is the CUSIP number for AES common stock?
The CUSIP number for AES common stock is 00130H-10-5.
Does AES have a dividend reinvestment program?
Our transfer agent, Computershare, offers a dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase plan for registered holders of AES. For more information, and to enroll, please visit Computershare at www.computershare.com/investor and login to your account.
Can I buy stock directly from AES?
Investors wishing to purchase shares in AES can do so through a brokerage firm or via the dividend reinvestment plan offered through our transfer agent, Computershare. Please visit www.computershare.com/investor under “Direct Stock” select “Invest Now”.
Who is the transfer agent for AES common stock? How do I contact them?
Computershare is AES’ transfer agent for AES common stock. The contact information for Computershare is as follows:
Shareholder correspondence should be mailed to:
Computershare
P.O. BOX 43006
Providence RI 02940-3006
Overnight correspondence should be sent to:
Computershare
150 Royall St., Suite 101
Canton, MA 02021
Shareholder website: www.computershare.com/investor
Shareholder online inquiries: www-us.computershare.com/investor/Contact
Who can help me regarding lost or missing stock certificates for shares I own directly?
Computershare is AES’ transfer agent for AES common stock. The contact information for Computershare is as follows:
Shareholder correspondence should be mailed to:
Computershare
P.O. BOX 43006
Providence RI 02940-3006
Overnight correspondence should be sent to:
Computershare
150 Royall St., Suite 101
Canton, MA 02021
Shareholder website: www.computershare.com/investor
Shareholder online inquiries: www-us.computershare.com/investor/Contact
Can I buy stock directly from AES?
Investors wishing to purchase shares in AES can do so through a brokerage firm or via the dividend reinvestment plan offered through our transfer agent, Computershare. Please visit www.computershare.com/investor under “Direct Stock” select “Invest Now”.
Who should I contact to transfer my stock certificates or to change my address on record?
Please contact our stock transfer agent, Computershare. The contact information for Computershare is as follows:
Shareholder correspondence should be mailed to:
Computershare
P.O. BOX 43006
Providence RI 02940-3006
Overnight correspondence should be sent to:
Computershare
150 Royall St., Suite 101
Canton, MA 02021
Shareholder website: www.computershare.com/investor
Shareholder online inquiries: www-us.computershare.com/investor/Contact
Where can I get historical stock prices for AES common stock?
Historical stock prices for AES common stock are available on the Historical Price Lookup page in the Stock Data section of our website.
Has AES stock split?
Since AES went public in 1991 there have been three stock splits as follows:
- 3 for 2 stock split on January 15, 1994
- 2 for 1 stock split on July 29, 1997 and
- 2 for 1 stock split on June 1, 2000.
When is the next Annual Meeting of Stockholders?
The 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders was held on May 9, 2025. Please see Investor presentations & webcasts page for more information.
How many AES common shares are outstanding?
As of December 31, 2023, there were 669,693,234 shares of AES common stock outstanding.
Where can I get the cost basis of former IPALCO shareholder holdings?
AES Investor Relations does not have access to the historical information for IPALCO shareholdings. For further information, please see our Investor Contacts.
What were the terms of AES' acquisition of IPALCO?
On March 27, 2001, IPALCO became a wholly-owned subsidiary of AES through an exchange of shares where each outstanding share of IPALCO common stock was exchanged for 0.463 shares of AES’ common stock.
Where can I get the cost basis of former DPL Inc. shareholder holdings?
AES Investor Relations does not have access to the historical information for DPL Inc. shareholdings. This information is available through our stock transfer agent, Computershare. The contact information for Computershare is as follows:
Shareholder correspondence should be mailed to:
Computershare
P.O. BOX 43006
Providence RI 02940-3006
Overnight correspondence should be sent to:
Computershare
150 Royall St., Suite 101
Canton, MA 02021
Shareholder website: www.computershare.com/investor
Shareholder online inquiries: www-us.computershare.com/investor/Contact
What were the terms of AES' acquisition of DPL Inc.?
On November 28, 2011, DPL Inc. became a wholly-owned subsidiary of AES through a cash transaction where each outstanding share of DPL Inc. common stock was purchased for $30.
Can I get a debt maturity schedule of AES' Recourse (Corporate) and Non-Recourse (Subsidiary) Debt?
An electronic copy of AES’ Recourse (Corporate) debt schedule is available here: AES’ Recourse Debt Maturity Summary.
An electronic copy of AES’ Non-Recourse (Subsidiary) debt schedule is available here: AES’ Non-Recourse Debt Maturity Summary
How can I obtain AES' Summary Annual Report, Form 10-K, 10-Q, or Proxy Statement?
You can view all AES’ SEC filings on the SEC Documents page of our website. Additionally, you can download an AES’ Investor Kit and order hard copies of these documents on the Order Publications page of our website.
Who is AES' independent accountant?
Ernst & Young serves as AES’ Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.
Do you have any additional questions that have not been answered?
You can contact AES Investor Relations at 703-682-6399 or by email at invest@aes.com. Please refer to the Contact Investor Relations page of the website for more details.