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Contact Energy(ASX) CEN

Market CapA$7.34BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (1999)+445%
5 Year+15%
1 Year-11%
1 Month-6%
A$6.98
+1.75%
+0.12Today
Contact Energy last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeEUR 6.982026-09-16
Contact Energy stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.85%EUR 7.042026-09-09
1 month-5.93%EUR 7.422026-08-17
3 month-8.79%EUR 7.652026-06-18
Year to date-7.84%EUR 7.572025-12-31
1 year-10.96%EUR 7.842025-09-16
3 year+11.41%EUR 6.272023-09-15
5 year+14.89%EUR 6.082021-09-17
Since inception+445.22%EUR 1.261999-09-15

Contact Energy Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

A$7.34BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

NZ$6.62B

Net Income (TTM)

NZ$751.87M

EPS (TTM)

A$0.36

P/E Ratio

19.17

Dividend

A$0.37

Beta (Volatility)

-0.06 (Low)

Price

A$6.98

Volume

2,795

Open

A$6.93

Previous Close

A$6.98

Daily Range

A$6.91 - A$6.99

52-Week Range

A$6.84 - A$8.54

Estimated Earnings Date

Feb 8, 2027

CEN News

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About Contact Energy

Contact Energy Limited, established in 1995 and headquartered in Wellington, New Zealand, is a leading provider of electricity and natural gas. The company operates in two main segments: Wholesale, supplying electricity to the national market, and Customer, delivering energy and services to residential and commercial clients.

Products and Services
  • Electricity generation from hydro, geothermal, and thermal sources
  • Retail of natural gas and bottled liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
  • Broadband and various customer services
Growth Outlook
  • Recent revenue of NZD 1.6 billion indicates strong market demand
  • Net income of NZD 215 million reflects solid profitability
  • Continued investment in renewable energy sources supports future growth
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of NZD 6.4 billion
  • Dividend yield of approximately 6.98% offers attractive returns
  • Operating income margin of 23.8% demonstrates operational efficiency
Contact Energy Limited is well-positioned in the renewable utilities sector, benefiting from a diverse energy portfolio and a robust customer base of approximately 532,000 clients. The company's commitment to sustainability and innovation aligns with global energy trends, making it a compelling option for investors interested in the renewable energy market. Recent financial performance showcases strong revenue growth and profitability, indicating a solid foundation for future expansion. The focus on renewable energy sources not only enhances the company's market position but also contributes to its long-term sustainability goals.
AI Generated • Aug 21, 2026

Industry

Electric Utilities

Sector

Utilities

Employees

1,421

CEO

Michael Fuge

Website

www.contact.co.nz/residential

Headquarters

Wellington, WG 6011, NZ

CEN Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

33.99%

Operating Margin

27.67%

Net Income Margin

13.09%

Return on Equity

8.71%

Return on Capital

8.73%

Return on Assets

3.95%

Earnings Yield

5.22%

Dividend Yield

5.45%

Payout Ratio

63.42%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

A$7.34BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

1.07B

Volume

2.79K

Avg. Volume

34.72K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

NZ$2.11B

Operating Income

NZ$1.58B

EBITDA

NZ$1.91B

Operating Cash Flow

NZ$1.28B

Capital Expenditure

-NZ$957.81M

Free Cash Flow

NZ$325.88M

Cash & ST Invst.

NZ$765.40M

Total Debt

NZ$3.05B

Contact Energy Performance Analysis

Contact Energy annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20232023-06-30NZD 1,922,373,675-13.6%
20242024-06-30NZD 2,627,978,25836.7%
20252025-06-30NZD 3,112,276,60318.4%
20262026-06-30NZD 2,759,391,040-11.3%
Contact Energy sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-12-3110.9%
Q42025-06-300.6%
Q22025-12-31-7.3%
Q42026-06-300.8%
Contact Energy annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20232023-06-30NZD 0.15-32.3%
20242024-06-30NZD 0.2886.0%
20252025-06-30NZD 0.3837.4%
20262026-06-30NZD 0.36-5.6%
Contact Energy sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22024-12-3180.0%
Q42025-06-3033.3%
Q22025-12-31-12.5%
Q42026-06-30N/A

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

NZ$1.60B

+4.2%

Gross Profit

NZ$565.56M

+92.4%

Gross Margin

35.26%

N/A

Market Cap

A$7.34BMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

A$5.17M

N/A

Employees

1,421

N/A

Net Income

NZ$215.83M

+163.2%

EBITDA

NZ$537.58M

+96.9%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q4 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

NZ$765.40M

+234.2%

Total Debt

NZ$3.05B

+59.4%

Accounts Receivable

NZ$347.73M

+30.2%

Inventory

NZ$74.94M

+102.5%

Long Term Debt

NZ$3.04B

+95.7%

Short Term Debt

NZ$6.99M

-98.1%

Return on Assets

3.95%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

8.98%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

NZ$174.86M

+288.6%

Operating Cash Flow

NZ$458.64M

+58.7%

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Questions About CEN

What is the current price of Contact Energy?

Contact Energy is trading at A$6.98 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Contact Energy?

Over the past 52 weeks, Contact Energy has traded between A$6.84 and A$8.54.

How much debt does Contact Energy have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Contact Energy reported total debt of NZ$2.51B.

How much cash does Contact Energy have on hand?

Contact Energy reported NZ$628.95M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Contact Energy’s dividend yield?

Contact Energy currently has a dividend yield of 5.45%.

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