AES CORP (AES)

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-01

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Director Gerard M. Anderson acquired 6,920 shares of AES Common Stock on 04/29/2026 by electing to defer cash director fees into stock units, demonstrating confidence in the company at ~$14.45 per share.
Anderson's total beneficial ownership increased to 62,037 deferred stock units, showing sustained insider commitment through a voluntary compensation deferral mechanism rather than open market purchases.
The transaction was executed under The AES Corporation 2025 Equity and Incentive Compensation Plan with settlement contingent upon board termination, indicating this is routine compensation deferral rather than a significant new investment signal.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-01

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Director Inderpal S. Bhandari acquired 12,111 restricted stock units (RSUs) on 04/29/2026, bringing total beneficial ownership to 59,433 units, indicating ongoing equity compensation for board service.
The RSUs will be settled into common stock only after the director terminates service on the Board, representing a retention mechanism that aligns the director's interests with long-term shareholder value.
This is a routine equity grant rather than discretionary insider buying, as evidenced by the $0 transaction price and the deferred settlement structure typical of director compensation plans.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-01

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Director Janet Davidson acquired 2,076 shares of AES common stock on 04/29/2026 by electing to defer cash director fees into stock units, demonstrating insider confidence in the company's value.
Davidson also received 12,111 additional stock units valued at $0, which represents deferred compensation that will be settled in common stock after her service on the Board terminates, indicating a long-term alignment with shareholder interests.
Total beneficial ownership increased to 105,358 units, representing a meaningful accumulation of equity stakes that suggests the director maintains positive conviction about AES's future prospects.
The transaction was conducted pursuant to the AES Corporation 2025 Equity and Incentive Compensation Plan, reflecting a structured and board-approved compensation arrangement rather than discretionary open-market purchases.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-01

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Director Holly K. Koeppel acquired 12,111 stock units on 04/29/2026, bringing total beneficial ownership to 195,412 units, indicating continued confidence in AES Corp's direction.
The acquisition was executed through the 2025 Equity and Incentive Compensation Plan as deferred compensation, with units to be settled into common stock after board service termination, representing a long-term alignment mechanism.
This is a routine director compensation transaction rather than open-market buying, suggesting standard equity award practices rather than significant insider conviction about near-term stock performance.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-01

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Director Julia M. Laulis acquired 12,111 deferred stock units (DSUs) on 04/29/2026, bringing her total beneficial ownership to 109,189 units, representing a routine equity compensation award to a board member.
The acquisition was made pursuant to The AES Corporation 2025 Equity and Incentive Compensation Plan, with units to be settled into common stock upon termination of board service, indicating standard director compensation practices.
This transaction represents a non-derivative securities acquisition with no monetary consideration ($0 price), typical of equity awards granted to directors as part of their compensation structure rather than open market purchases.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-01

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Director Alain Monie acquired 12,111 stock units on 04/29/2026, increasing total beneficial ownership to 131,814 units, representing a meaningful accumulation by a board member.
The stock units are deferred compensation that will convert to common shares only after the director terminates service, indicating these are retention-focused equity awards rather than open market purchases.
This transaction follows standard director compensation practices under AES's 2025 Equity and Incentive Compensation Plan, suggesting routine equity grants rather than a signal of insider confidence in near-term stock performance.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-01

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Director Naim Moises acquired 6,920 shares through cash fee deferral into stock units at $14.45 per share, demonstrating confidence in AES Corp's valuation and willingness to defer compensation as equity.
Additional 12,111 stock units were granted (likely equity compensation), bringing total beneficial ownership to 230,849 units, indicating substantial long-term alignment with shareholder interests.
All transactions were completed on 04/29/2026 with stock units structured to settle post-board service termination, reflecting standard director compensation practices rather than opportunistic trading activity.
The deferral of cash fees into equity suggests the director views AES stock as an attractive long-term investment despite the modest share price, which is a constructive insider signal.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-05-01

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Director Sebastian Teresa Mosley acquired 12,111 stock units on 04/29/2026, representing a meaningful board-level accumulation that suggests confidence in AES Corp's future prospects.
The units are deferred compensation that will convert to common shares only after the director terminates board service, indicating a long-term alignment of interests rather than immediate liquidity needs.
Mosley's total beneficial ownership reaches 64,612 units following this transaction, demonstrating sustained commitment to the company's direction and strategy.
This is a routine insider equity grant typical for board compensation under the 2025 Equity and Incentive Compensation Plan, with no unusual timing or volume indicators suggesting material non-public information.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-24

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EVP, COO, and President of Energy Infrastructure Rubiolo Juan Ignacio acquired 48,276 restricted stock units (RSUs) on April 23, 2026, with a grant value of approximately $0 per share, indicating a standard equity compensation award rather than open market purchase.
The RSUs vest over three years (April 2027, 2028, and 2029) contingent on continued employment, representing a significant long-term incentive alignment with company performance and employee retention strategy typical for C-suite executives.
Following this transaction, the reporting person beneficially owns 275,911 shares directly, demonstrating substantial personal ownership stake in AES Corp and indicating confidence in the company's direction under his operational leadership.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-24

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Stephen Coughlin, EVP and CFO of AES Corp, received a grant of 50,345 Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) on April 23, 2026, valued at $0 per share as typical for equity awards, bringing his total beneficial ownership to 265,494 shares.
The RSU grant vests in three equal annual installments (April 2027, 2028, and 2029), conditional on continued employment, representing a standard long-term incentive structure that aligns executive interests with multi-year company performance.
As a senior executive (CFO) rather than independent director, this equity award demonstrates the company's commitment to retaining its finance leadership through equity compensation tied to sustained tenure.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-24

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EVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary Paul Freedman acquired 44,483 restricted stock units (RSUs) on April 23, 2026, valued at approximately $0 per share as granted compensation, representing a significant equity grant aligned with company incentive plans.
The RSUs vest over three years (2027-2029) subject to continued employment, indicating the company is using long-term equity incentives to retain senior executive talent in key legal and governance positions.
Freedman's total beneficial ownership of AES common stock stands at 223,154 shares directly held plus 3,130 shares indirectly through a 401(k) plan, demonstrating meaningful personal investment in company performance aligned with shareholder interests.

Insider Trading Filed: 2026-04-24

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EVP & Chief HR Officer Tish Mendoza received a substantial RSU grant of 46,552 shares ($0 exercise price) on April 23, 2026, vesting over three years in equal installments, indicating continued confidence in leadership retention.
Total beneficial ownership increased to 334,972 shares directly held plus 30,107 shares indirectly through 401(k), demonstrating meaningful personal investment in AES by a senior executive.
The RSU grant structure with multi-year vesting suggests AES is using equity compensation to ensure executive retention during a critical period, typical for human resources leadership focused on organizational stability.
No direct stock purchases or sales are reported, only equity compensation grants, which is neutral from a market timing or insider trading signal perspective.

Current Report Filed: 2026-04-16

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AES Corporation has announced the transition of its Chief Accounting Officer and the appointment of a new Controller, indicating changes in the company's leadership and accounting functions.
Bernerd Da Santos, the Executive Vice President and President of US & Renewables, will cease his current role and assume a new position as Chairman of the AES Clean Energy Board and Senior Strategic Advisor to the President, suggesting a shift in the company's strategic focus.
The compensation arrangements for the new Vice President and Controller, Aubrey Jarred, include an annual base salary, performance-based incentive plan, and long-term compensation, providing insight into the company's approach to executive compensation.

Current Report Filed: 2026-03-19

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AES has entered into several material amendments to its credit agreements to allow for a change of control, indicating a potential acquisition or merger is in progress.
The amendments modify change of control provisions to permit ownership of AES by Global Infrastructure Management, LLC, EQT Fund Management S.à r.l., Qatar Investment Authority, and affiliated investment vehicles.
The timing and details of the potential transaction suggest it is a significant event for AES that could have important implications for the company's future.

Current Report Filed: 2026-01-16

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The AES Corporation has recorded a pre-tax impairment charge of $250 million to $325 million related to its Maritza power plant in Bulgaria due to the expiration of its Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) in May 2026 and the decision not to invest in converting the plant to an alternative fuel source.
The impairment charge is not expected to impact Maritza's ability to perform its obligations or its cash flows or cash balances under the current PPA through May 2026.
The company is actively negotiating for a new PPA and considering other alternatives to realize additional value from the Maritza plant, but no agreements have been reached yet.

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