Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL(ELP)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
ELP•NYSE•Utilities
$9.27
3.0× P/E·Price updated Jun 20, 2026
AboutCompanhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL engages in the generation, transformation, distribution, and trading of energy to industrial, residential, commercial, rural, and other customers primarily in the State of Paraná, Brazil. The company operates through Power generation and transmission, Power distribution, Gas, and Power sale segments. It is also involved in the piped natural gas distribution. As of December 31, 2021, the company operated 20 hydroelectric plants, 30 wind plants, and 1 thermoelectric plant with a total installed capacity of 5,957 megawatts; and owned and operated 3,638 km of transmission lines and 204,957 km of distribution lines. It holds concessions to distribute electricity in 394 municipalities in the State of Paraná and in the municipality of Porto União in the State of Santa Catarina. Companhia Paranaense de Energia COPEL was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Curitiba, Brazil.Show more
- Revenue$22.65B+5.5%
- EBITDA$5.45B+9.0%
- Net Income$2.81B+24.4%
- Free Cash Flow-$435M-213.5%
- EBITDA Margin24.07%+3.4%
- Net Margin12.4%+18.0%
- ROE11.28%+13.1%
- Interest Coverage1.81-4.6%
- Debt/Equity0.69+8.9%
ELP Price & Volume
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Regulatory Volatility Masks Underlying Asset Value Potential
Investment Thesis • Updated 2025Q3
VerdictNeutral
Growth:Mixed
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Healthy
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Regulatory and Hydrological Volatility
Key Thesis Takeaways
- COPEL presents a complex investment profile characterized by a transition toward a more normalized capital structure following its privatization, with debt-to-equity rising to 0.82 as of 2025Q3.
- While the company benefits from a regulated monopoly, investors should monitor the sustainability of its 18.8% revenue growth, which appears heavily influenced by regulatory pass-throughs rather than organic volume.
- The firm's long-term outlook remains contingent on managing hydrological risks and optimizing its $8.5 billion net PPE base to improve shareholder returns.
Verdict Logic
while the stock trades at a low 2.97 P/E ratio, the highly discretionary dividend policy and erratic cash flow patterns suggest investors should wait for more consistent earnings visibility.
ELP Growth Metrics
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years4.93%
5 Years7.38%
3 Years-1.89%
TTM12.38%
Profit CAGR
10 Years8.83%
5 Years7.14%
3 Years-17.22%
TTM-28.81%
EPS CAGR
10 Years5.89%
5 Years0.26%
3 Years-17.32%
TTM-21.51%
Return on Capital
10 Years7.59%
5 Years8.21%
3 Years6.41%
Last Year8.69%
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $9.27 | $7.25M | 2.97 | 5.45% | 12.4% | 11.28% | 4.26% | |
| $2.10 | $6.01B | 6.34 | 7.36% | 9.86% | 8.81% | — | |
| $5.72 | $19.55B | 12.14 | 3.32% | 22.04% | 20.21% | — | |
| $65.43 | $12B | 34.08 | 21.38% | 4.34% | 8.78% | — | |
| $88.47 | $184.49B | 26.89 | 11% | 29.3% | 12.66% | — | |
| $14.62 | $10.43B | 11.60 | -0.37% | 10.72% | 13.55% | — |
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ELP Frequently Asked Questions
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL's revenue?
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP) reported $24.95B in revenue for fiscal year 2024. This represents a 1347% increase from $1.72B in 1998.
How fast is Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL growing?
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP) grew revenue by 5.5% over the past year. This is steady growth.
Is ELP profitable?
Yes, Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP) is profitable, generating $2.21B in net income for fiscal year 2024 (12.4% net margin).
Dividend & Returns
Does ELP pay dividends?
Yes, Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP) pays a dividend with a yield of 4.26%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is ELP's return on equity?
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP) has a return on equity (ROE) of 11.3%. This is reasonable for most industries.
What is Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL's free cash flow?
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP) had negative free cash flow of $3.65B in fiscal year 2024, likely due to heavy capital investments.
Industry Metrics
Is ELP's dividend sustainable?
Companhia Paranaense de Energia - COPEL (ELP) has a dividend payout ratio of 10%. This suggests the dividend is well-covered and sustainable.