ACEA SPA (IT:ACE)
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ACE Stock Chart & Stats
€22.54
-€0.10(-0.54%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€22.54
-€0.10(-0.54%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range€19.01 - €26.52
Previous CloseN/A
Volume75.34K
Average Volume (3M)98.34K
Market Cap
€4.87B
Enterprise Value€10.03B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)€573.15M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)€5.65B
Price to Earnings (P/E)9.9
Beta0.39
Next Earnings
Jul 23, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.33%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)2.32
Shares Outstanding212,964,890
10 Day Avg. Volume102,284
30 Day Avg. Volume98,337
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.22
Price to Book (P/B)1.69
Price to Sales (P/S)1.74
P/FCF Ratio39.90
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
€26.50Price Target Upside17.57% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)1.58
Revenue Forecast (FY)€3.26B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Regulated Revenue BaseA large share of ACEA’s revenues comes from regulated water and electricity distribution under long-term concessions and tariff frameworks. This provides stable, contract‑driven cash flows and predictable returns, supporting capex planning and lowering demand cyclicality over years.
Strong Operating Cash GenerationACEA’s operating cash flow (~€1.81bn TTM) and improved net margin (~17%) indicate resilient internal cash generation. Durable operating cash supports ongoing infrastructure investment, maintenance of regulated networks and the ability to fund dividends or deleverage over the medium term.
Equity Build And High ROEEquity growth alongside a healthy ROE (~18% TTM) shows ACEA has rebuilt shareholder capital while generating solid returns. A stronger equity base improves resilience to shocks, supports further regulated investments, and preserves borrowing capacity for long‑lived infrastructure projects.
Bears Say
Declining Revenue TrendSustained revenue contraction (-14.75% TTM) is a structural concern: shrinking top line can erode the base that supports fixed network costs and investment. If revenue declines persist, margin improvements may be hard to maintain and future growth from market businesses will be constrained.
High LeverageLeverage around 2.0x reduces financial flexibility in a utilities sector sensitive to interest rates and capital spending. High debt levels elevate refinancing and interest costs, limiting capacity for discretionary investments, accelerating deleveraging needs, and increasing vulnerability to rate shocks.
Weak Cash ConversionFree cash flow is low relative to net income (FCF/net income ~0.12), meaning earnings convert poorly into discretionary cash after capex. That constrains debt paydown, reduces flexibility for dividends or acquisitions, and can restrict strategic moves despite accounting profitability.
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ACE FAQ
What was ACEA SPA’s price range in the past 12 months?
ACEA SPA lowest stock price was €19.01 and its highest was €26.52 in the past 12 months.
What is ACEA SPA’s market cap?
ACEA SPA’s market cap is €4.87B.
When is ACEA SPA’s upcoming earnings report date?
ACEA SPA’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 23, 2026 which is in 42 days.
How were ACEA SPA’s earnings last quarter?
ACEA SPA released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported €0.521 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by €0.521.
Is ACEA SPA overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts ACEA SPA’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does ACEA SPA pay dividends?
ACEA SPA pays a Annually dividend of €1.201 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.33%. See more information on ACEA SPA dividends here
What is ACEA SPA’s EPS estimate?
ACEA SPA’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does ACEA SPA have?
ACEA SPA has 212,964,890 shares outstanding.
What happened to ACEA SPA’s price movement after its last earnings report?
ACEA SPA reported an EPS of €0.521 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.952%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of ACEA SPA?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in IT:ACE
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Company Description
ACEA SPA
ACEA S.p.A., an Italian multi-utility company established in Rome in 1909, conducts its operations through various subsidiaries across Italy and internationally. Its Environmental segment encompasses waste treatment and disposal, overseeing waste-to-energy and composting facilities in regions such as Lazio, Umbria, and Tuscany. It also manages plastic recycling plants in Piedmont and Valle d'Aosta, contributing to energy production from waste materials. The Commercial and Trading division is responsible for the sale and supply of electricity and natural gas. Through its Water segment, ACEA provides comprehensive drinking water services, from collection and discharge to retail and wholesale distribution. This segment caters to approximately 9 million customers, managing integrated water systems in Rome, Frosinone, and numerous other localities across Lazio, Tuscany, Umbria, Molise, and Campania. The Energy Infrastructure sector operates hydroelectric, photovoltaic, and thermoelectric power plants in Lazio, Umbria, and Abruzzo. It also handles public and artistic lighting solutions and distributes around 10 TWh of electricity. The Engineering and Services segment focuses on the research, design, construction, and ongoing management of integrated water systems. Finally, the Abroad segment extends the company's water management expertise to Latin America.
ACE Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
€26.50
▲(17.57% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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