Central Puerto (CEPU)

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CEPU

Central Puerto SA

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Central Puerto SA (CEPU) Price & Analysis

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CEPU Stock Chart & Stats

$15.55

-$0.33(-2.08%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

$15.55

-$0.33(-2.08%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range$7.43 - $18.50

Previous CloseN/A

Volume383.37K

Average Volume (3M)323.79K

Market Cap

$2.47B

Enterprise Value$4.30T

Total Cash (Recent Filing)$205.63B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)$748.90B

Price to Earnings (P/E)8.1

Beta0.78

Next Earnings

Aug 10, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)2883.10

Shares Outstanding150,237,840

10 Day Avg. Volume305,312

30 Day Avg. Volume323,786

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio0.01

Price to Book (P/B)1.50

Price to Sales (P/S)2.98

P/FCF Ratio30.56

Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.74K

Enterprise Value/Revenue3.60

Enterprise Value/Gross Profit10.04

Enterprise Value/Ebitda3.32

Forecast

1Y Price TargetN/A

Price Target UpsideN/A

Rating ConsensusN/A

Number of Analyst Covering0

EPS Forecast (FY)1.66

Revenue Forecast (FY)$1.79B

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Project Pipeline And ReturnsA substantial project pipeline with potential investment near one billion dollars and attractive projected internal rates of return suggests meaningful future cash flow and value creation from new assets.

Regulatory Liberalization PotentialExpected power market liberalization and transition to a marginal cost system position the company to capture higher spot prices and improve valuation as market pricing becomes more efficient.

Revenue GrowthStrong top-line expansion driven by higher renewable generation and contracted thermal volumes indicates diversified revenue streams that can support sustained earnings growth.

Bears Say

Financial Result PressuresA negative financial result despite solid net income highlights exposure to interest or currency-related costs that could weigh on earnings if not addressed.

Regulatory Dependency RiskSignificant exposure to the regulated market creates execution risk if anticipated liberalization is delayed or unfolds more slowly than expected, limiting potential valuation upside.

Rising Operating ExpensesA notable increase in manageable operating expenses, rising by about twenty percent quarter over quarter, could compress margins and reduce near-term profitability.

Central Puerto SA News

Central Puerto Earnings Call Signals Growth With Risks

Central Puerto (($CEPU)) has held its Q1 earnings call. Read on for the main highlights of the call....

1M ago

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Central Puerto Files 2025 Form 20-F, Underscoring Transparency and Market Presence

Central Puerto SA ( ($CEPU) ) has issued an update. Central Puerto S.A., one of Argentina’s largest private...

2M ago

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Central Puerto Reshapes Board Leadership and Audit Committee in April 2026

Central Puerto SA ( ($CEPU) ) just unveiled an announcement. On April 30, 2026, Central Puerto S.A. announced...

2M ago

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Central Puerto to Release First-Quarter 2026 Results on May 12

Central Puerto SA ( ($CEPU) ) has provided an announcement. Central Puerto S.A., Argentina’s largest private power generator,...

2M ago

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Central Puerto to Acquire Patagonia Energy in Strategic Neuquén Basin Expansion

Central Puerto SA ( ($CEPU) ) has provided an update. On April 12, 2026, Central Puerto S.A. announced...

2M ago

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Central Puerto Supervisory Committee Reports Clean 2025 Audit and Governance Review

Central Puerto SA ( ($CEPU) ) just unveiled an update. Central Puerto’s Supervisory Committee, created in 2004 and...

3M ago

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Central Puerto Details 2026 Supervisory Committee Oversight and Integrity Plan

Central Puerto SA ( ($CEPU) ) has issued an update. Central Puerto S.A. disclosed that its Supervisory Committee...

3M ago

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Central Puerto Approves 2025 Results, Sets Optional Reserve and Confirms Dispersed Control After Merger

An update from Central Puerto SA ( ($CEPU) ) is now available. On March 5, 2026, Central Puerto’s...

3M ago

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Central Puerto Calls Remote Annual Shareholders’ Meeting for April 30, 2026

Central Puerto SA ( ($CEPU) ) just unveiled an update. Central Puerto S.A. has called its Annual General...

3M ago

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Central Puerto Audit Committee Clears 2025 Financial Statements and Confirms Regulatory Compliance

Central Puerto SA ( ($CEPU) ) has shared an announcement. On March 5, 2026, Central Puerto’s Statutory Audit...

3M ago

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Central Puerto initiated with a Buy at Citi

Citi initiated coverage of Central Puerto (CEPU) with a Buy rating and $17.50 price target The firm views...

8M ago

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Central Puerto price target raised to $12 from $11 at BofA

BofA analyst Gustavo Faria raised the firm’s price target on Central Puerto to $12 from $11 and keeps...

2y ago

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Central Puerto reports Q4 EPS 11c vs. 1c last year

Reports Q4 revenue $98M vs. $120.9M last year. During 4Q23, Central Puerto’s operated power generation increased by 10%...

2y ago

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Central Puerto reinstated with a Neutral at BofA

BofA analyst Gustavo Faria reinstated coverage of Central Puerto with a Neutral rating and $8 price target. While...

3y ago

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CEPU FAQ

What was Central Puerto’s price range in the past 12 months?

Central Puerto lowest stock price was $7.43 and its highest was $18.50 in the past 12 months.

What is Central Puerto’s market cap?

Central Puerto’s market cap is $2.47B.

When is Central Puerto’s upcoming earnings report date?

Central Puerto’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 10, 2026 which is in 50 days.

How were Central Puerto’s earnings last quarter?

Central Puerto released its earnings results on May 18, 2026. The company reported $0.882 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by $0.882.

Is Central Puerto overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Central Puerto’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Central Puerto pay dividends?

Central Puerto pays a Notavailable dividend of $0.31 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2%. See more information on Central Puerto dividends here

What is Central Puerto’s EPS estimate?

Central Puerto’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Central Puerto have?

Central Puerto has 150,237,840 shares outstanding.

What happened to Central Puerto’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Central Puerto reported an EPS of $0.882 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.145%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Central Puerto?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CEPU

What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?

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Central Puerto SA Stock Smart Score

Neutral

Fundamentals

Return on Equity

17.76%

Trailing 12-Months

Asset Growth

4.12%

Trailing 12-Months

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Company Description

Central Puerto

Central Puerto S.A. is an Argentine energy firm specializing in the production and supply of electricity. It serves a broad client base, including both public sector entities and private consumers throughout Argentina. Beyond electrical generation, the company also produces steam. As of December 31, 2021, its total installed generation capacity reached 4,809 MW. This impressive capacity is derived from a diverse portfolio of facilities, comprising five thermal power plants, a single hydroelectric plant, and seven wind farms. With a long-standing history dating back to its founding in 1898, Central Puerto S.A. maintains its corporate headquarters in Buenos Aires, Argentina.