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CNP Stock Chart & Stats
$44.56
-$0.55(-1.23%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$44.56
-$0.55(-1.23%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$36.61 - $45.26
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.70M
Average Volume (3M)6.62M
Market Cap
$26.80B
Enterprise Value$53.95K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$475.00M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$25.09B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.5
Beta0.03
Next Earnings
Nov 04, 2026EPS Estimate
0.5Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.25%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.70
Shares Outstanding658,720,300
10 Day Avg. Volume6,108,439
30 Day Avg. Volume6,618,431
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio12.54
Price to Book (P/B)2.24
Price to Sales (P/S)2.68
P/FCF Ratio-10.50
Enterprise Value/Market Cap<0.01
Enterprise Value/Revenue<0.01
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit<0.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda<0.01
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$46.33Price Target Upside3.98% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering11
EPS Forecast (FY)1.91
Revenue Forecast (FY)$9.92B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Large-load PipelineA ~14 GW eligible large-load pipeline is a durable structural demand opportunity that can materially raise system utilization and regulated delivery revenue over years. As loads energize, predictable demand-charge cash flows and higher rate base support sustained earnings growth and capital recovery.
Expanded Capital Plan & GuidanceAn increased $66.7B investment plan paired with reiterated multi-year growth targets underpins durable rate-base expansion. That supports regulated returns and long-term earnings visibility, provided regulatory recovery mechanisms remain intact and project execution stays on schedule.
Stable Regulated ProfitabilityCenterPoint's core regulated electric and gas businesses deliver consistent revenue and mid-teens operating margins typical of utility models. Regulated rate-setting and recovery riders create structural earnings stability and predictability over multi-year investment cycles.
Bears Say
Negative Free Cash FlowPersistently negative FCF reflects heavy, ongoing capital intensity and weak conversion of reported earnings into distributable cash. Over time this raises reliance on external financing, constrains self-funded growth, and increases vulnerability to interest-rate or liquidity stress.
High LeverageA consistently elevated leverage profile limits financial flexibility for large capital cycles and raises refinancing and rating risks. Even with improving FFO/debt, high structural debt amplifies the impact of cost overruns, regulatory delays, or weaker cash conversion on credit metrics.
Regulatory & Permitting Timing RiskSignificant portions of the large-load pipeline depend on ERCOT approvals, transmission routing and permitting. Delays or stricter regulatory scrutiny can push back energization, delay associated demand-charge cash flows and defer rate-base additions, weakening near- to medium-term returns.
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CNP FAQ
What was Centerpoint Energy Inc’s price range in the past 12 months?
Centerpoint Energy Inc lowest stock price was $36.60 and its highest was $45.26 in the past 12 months.
What is Centerpoint Energy Inc’s market cap?
Centerpoint Energy Inc’s market cap is $26.80B.
When is Centerpoint Energy Inc’s upcoming earnings report date?
Centerpoint Energy Inc’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 04, 2026 which is in 85 days.
How were Centerpoint Energy Inc’s earnings last quarter?
Centerpoint Energy Inc released its earnings results on Jul 28, 2026. The company reported $0.4 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.373 by $0.027.
Is Centerpoint Energy Inc overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Centerpoint Energy Inc’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does Centerpoint Energy Inc pay dividends?
Centerpoint Energy Inc pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.24 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.25%. See more information on Centerpoint Energy Inc dividends here
What is Centerpoint Energy Inc’s EPS estimate?
Centerpoint Energy Inc’s EPS estimate is 0.5.
How many shares outstanding does Centerpoint Energy Inc have?
Centerpoint Energy Inc has 658,720,300 shares outstanding.
What happened to Centerpoint Energy Inc’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Centerpoint Energy Inc reported an EPS of $0.4 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.373. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.204%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Centerpoint Energy Inc?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in CNP
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Centerpoint Energy Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$46.33 (3.98% Upside)
$46.33 (3.98% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
CNP Sentiment 83%
Sector Average ―
Sector Average ―
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 397.1K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days <0.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.2%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.2%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
20.41%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
2.25%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
9.41%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
Centerpoint Energy Inc
CenterPoint Energy, Inc. operates as a public utility holding enterprise across the United States, primarily through its Electric and Natural Gas divisions. The Electric segment manages power generation assets, alongside the transmission and distribution networks that supply electricity to consumers, and actively participates in the wholesale power market. Its Natural Gas segment delivers natural gas distribution services, provides home appliance maintenance and repair in Minnesota, and extends home repair protection plans to natural gas customers in Arkansas, Indiana, Mississippi, Ohio, Oklahoma, Texas, and Louisiana through a third-party partner. This segment is also engaged in the sale of regulated intrastate natural gas, as well as its transportation and storage for residential, commercial, industrial, and transportation clients. As of December 31, 2021, CenterPoint Energy served approximately 2.7 million metered customers. Its substantial infrastructure included 239 substation sites with a total installed transformer capacity of 71,241 megavolt amperes, roughly 100,000 linear miles of natural gas distribution and transmission mains, and 285 miles of intrastate pipelines across Louisiana, Texas, and Oklahoma. The company was established in 1866 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
CNP Company Deck
CNP Earnings Call
Q2 2026
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized strong operational execution, a sizable pipeline of large-load opportunities (14 GW eligible), upgraded capital plan ($1.2B) and improving credit metrics, while acknowledging manageable near-term headwinds including ERCOT study approvals for ~3 GW, regulatory/timing risk on transmission routing, and Moody’s negative outlook. Overall the positives — material new load commitments, financing derisking, and reaffirmed guidance — outweigh the uncertainties, though some allocations and permitting timelines remain uncertain.View all CNP earnings summariesCNP Revenue Breakdown
43.91% Electric delivery
7.87% Retail electric sales
0.20% Wholesale electric sales
45.59% Retail gas sales
0.12% Gas transportation and processing
2.31% Energy products and services
CNP Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$46.33
▲(3.98% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.28% Insiders
49.61% Mutual Funds
5.49% Other Institutional Investors
15.41% Public Companies and
Individual Investors