Central Puerto S.A.(CEPU)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
CEPU•NYSE•Utilities
$14.86
8.2× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
AboutCentral Puerto S.A. generates and sells electric power to private and public customers in Argentina. It also produces steam. As of December 31, 2021, the company owned and operated five thermal generation plants, one hydroelectric generation plant, and seven wind farms with a total installed capacity of 4,809 MW. Central Puerto S.A. was founded in 1898 and is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.Show more
- Revenue$1278.82B+73.2%
- EBITDA$568.27B+82.7%
- Net Income$403.52B+713.6%
- Free Cash Flow$124.78B+144496.6%
- EBITDA Margin44.44%+5.5%
- Net Margin31.55%+369.6%
- ROE18.02%+577.3%
- Interest Coverage5.78+65.8%
- Debt/Equity0.19-7.8%
CEPU Price & Volume
Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Regulatory Volatility Masks Underlying Asset Expansion Potential
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Fortress
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Regulatory and CAMMESA credit
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Central Puerto S.A.
- presents a complex investment profile defined by significant infrastructure growth, with net PPE expanding to $2.5T by 2026Q1, balanced against persistent liquidity risks tied to CAMMESA payment cycles.
- While the company maintains a fortress balance sheet with a 0.27 debt-to-equity ratio, investors should remain cautious regarding the sustainability of reported earnings, which are frequently distorted by non-cash items like RECPAM.
- Future performance hinges on the company's ability to convert its 26.7% operating margin into consistent cash flow while navigating the unpredictable regulatory landscape of the Argentine energy sector.
Verdict Logic
while the company trades at a low 8.14 P/E ratio, the significant discrepancy between reported net income of $440.1B and actual operating cash flow of $39.1B in 2026Q1 warrants further investigation into liquidity sustainability.
CEPU Growth Metrics
Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years81.89%
5 Years62.74%
3 Years22.98%
TTM142.05%
Profit CAGR
10 Years77.08%
5 Years81.9%
3 Years46.2%
TTM540.85%
EPS CAGR
10 Years78.02%
5 Years107.91%
3 Years89.58%
TTM589.61%
Return on Capital
10 Years67.46%
5 Years35.18%
3 Years20.12%
Last Year13.64%
CEPU Recent Earnings
Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 7/12 qtrs (78%)●Beat Revenue 7/12 qtrs (88%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 12, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.90+251.3%
$0.26
Rev
$247M+1.8%
$243M
Q2 2026
Mar 5, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.11-66.4%
$0.33
Rev
$218M+18.2%
$185M
Q4 2025
Nov 12, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.70
—
Rev
$224M+7.9%
$208M
Q3 2025
Aug 11, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.05
—
Rev
$173M
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| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 12, 2026 | $0.90vs $0.26+251.3% | $247Mvs $243M+1.8% |
| Q2 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 | $0.11vs $0.33-66.4% | $218Mvs $185M+18.2% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 12, 2025 | $0.70 | $224Mvs $208M+7.9% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 11, 2025 | $0.05 | $173M |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $14.86 | $2.23B | 8.23 | 73.24% | 31.55% | 18.02% | 0.04% | |
| $82.43 | $4.48B | 11.37 | 6.5% | 20.31% | 12.2% | — | |
| $28.66 | $4.31B | 13.11 | 64.75% | 25.3% | 15.28% | — | |
| $24.55 | $1.07B | 5.73 | 11.28% | 10.04% | 14.84% | — | |
| $51.10 | $8.21B | 53.42 | 16.86% | 0.65% | 1.15% | — | |
| $14.62 | $10.43B | 11.60 | -0.37% | 10.72% | 13.55% | — |
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Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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CEPU Frequently Asked Questions
Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Central Puerto S.A.'s revenue?
Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) reported $2.01T in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 350192% increase from $575.1M in 2005.
How fast is Central Puerto S.A. growing?
Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) grew revenue by 73.2% over the past year. This is strong growth.
Is CEPU profitable?
Yes, Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) is profitable, generating $688.59B in net income for fiscal year 2025 (31.6% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does CEPU pay dividends?
Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) does not currently pay a meaningful dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.
What is CEPU's return on equity?
Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) has a return on equity (ROE) of 18.0%. This is reasonable for most industries.
What is Central Puerto S.A.'s free cash flow?
Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) had negative free cash flow of $199.35B in fiscal year 2025, likely due to heavy capital investments.
Industry Metrics
Is CEPU's dividend sustainable?
Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU) has a dividend payout ratio of 0%. This suggests the dividend is well-covered and sustainable.