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Risks from cybersecurity and physical threats to energy infrastructure are increasing. Threat actors, including sophisticated nation-state actors and criminal groups, exploit potential vulnerabilities in the electric utility industry, grid infrastructure and other energy infrastructures. Attacks and disruptions, which could involve physical, cyber and hybrid targeting of physical and cyber assets, are increasingly sophisticated and dynamic. The increased implementation of, and reliance on, information technologies and networks to manage business operations, including the operation of technical systems, as well as AEP’s use of numerous vendors and suppliers, create additional points of vulnerability that could be, and in certain instances have been, exploited by malicious threat actors. Several U.S. government agencies have warned that the energy sector and its supply chains are subject to increasing risks of physical attacks, ransomware attacks and cybersecurity threats, and that the risks may escalate during periods of heightened geopolitical tensions. In addition, the rapid evolution and increased adoption of AI technologies may intensify AEP’s cybersecurity risks.

Read in the 10-K filed Feb 12, 2026 ↗

Executive actions have been taken and additional measures proposed that are intended to alter the U.S. approach to international trade policy, the terms of certain existing bilateral or multi‐lateral trade agreements and trading arrangements with foreign countries. Such changes to U.S. international trade policy, and any retaliatory trade measures that foreign governments may take in response, including the imposition of tariffs, sanctions, export or import controls, or other measures that restrict international trade, or the threat of such actions, could result in additional increases in the cost of certain goods, services and cost of capital and exacerbate supply chain issues. In addition, related geopolitical and domestic political developments, such as existing and potential trade wars, uncertainty regarding changes in trade policy, and other events beyond AEP’s control, have increased and may continue to increase levels of political and economic unpredictability globally and the volatility of global financial markets. As a result, prevailing economic conditions may reduce future net income and cash flows and negatively impact financial condition.

Read in the 10-K filed Feb 12, 2026 ↗

The U.S. government has taken executive action and proposed additional measures intended to alter the U.S. approach to international trade policy, the terms of certain existing bilateral or multi‐lateral trade agreements and trading arrangements with foreign countries. Such changes to U.S. international trade policy, and retaliatory trade measures that foreign governments have taken and may take in the future in response, including the imposition of tariffs, bans, sanctions, export or import controls, or other measures that restrict international trade, or the threat of such actions, and uncertainties about tariffs and their effects on trading relationships, may affect, and in some cases have affected, the Registrants’ ability to access the capital markets, contribute to inflation in the markets in which the Registrants operate, increase costs and cost volatility, impact availability of goods, materials and services (including those necessary for our business and capital plan), further extend lead times or otherwise negatively impact the global supply chain. While the U.S. government has announced various trade deals, many such agreements are preliminary and may be subject to change. Further, any future disagreement between the U.S. government and other countries over the implementation of trade deals or any failure to obtain required governmental approvals or otherwise reach a final agreement could result in prolonged uncertainty regarding the scope and duration of such trade actions by the U.S. government and other countries. Such announcements, rescissions of tariffs on foreign jurisdictions and other trade actions have increased uncertainty regarding the ultimate effects of the tariffs on economic conditions. In addition, related geopolitical and domestic political developments, such as existing and potential trade wars, uncertainty regarding changes in trade policy and other events beyond our control, have increased and may continue to increase levels of political and economic unpredictability globally and the volatility of global financial markets. Such developments could adversely affect our business, financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

Read in the 10-K filed Feb 19, 2026 ↗

We also depend on third-party suppliers for power and natural gas. Factors such as inflation, tariffs, geopolitical conflicts, rising energy demand, supply costs, and public policy charges contribute to high customer bills in New England. In extreme cases, ISO-NE may require load shed if regional power capacity is insufficient. High customer bills or failure to meet energy needs could reduce customer satisfaction adversely affecting our business, reputation, financial position, results of operations, and cash flows.

Read in the 10-K filed Feb 17, 2026 ↗