AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER CO INC 8-K

What Happened

• On February 13, 2026, Henry P. Linginfelter notified the Board of American Electric Power Company, Inc. that he will not stand for re-election at the Company’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
• Mr. Linginfelter said his decision is not due to any disagreement with the Company on matters relating to its operations, policies, or practices. The Company filed the Form 8‑K on February 17, 2026 (reported under Item 5.02).

Key Details

• Director: Henry P. Linginfelter.
• Notification date: February 13, 2026.
• Event: Will not stand for re-election at the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders.
• Company filing date/signature: Form 8‑K filed February 17, 2026; signed by David C. House, Assistant Secretary.

Why It Matters

• This is a change in board composition that shareholders should note ahead of the 2026 Annual Meeting and in any proxy materials.
• The filing states there is no disagreement with the Company on operational, policy, or practice matters, indicating the departure is not contentious.
• Investors monitoring corporate governance or board oversight should watch for the Board’s nominee slate and any disclosures about director succession or committee assignments.