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Contact Energy

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Current PriceA$7.46
Market CapA$8.12BMarket 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)+484%
5 Year+20%
1 Year-5%
1 Month-6%
Contact Energy last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeEUR 7.462026-07-16
Contact Energy stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week+2.9%EUR 7.252026-07-09
1 month-5.75%EUR 7.922026-06-16
3 month-1.84%EUR 7.602026-04-17
Year to date-4.83%EUR 7.842025-12-31
1 year-5.29%EUR 7.882025-07-16
3 year+15.53%EUR 6.462023-07-17
5 year+19.54%EUR 6.242021-07-16
Since inception+484.39%EUR 1.301999-09-15

Contact Energy Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

A$8.12BMarket 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$6.55B

Net Income (TTM)

NZ$618.03M

EPS (TTM)

A$0.40

P/E Ratio

18.85

Dividend

A$0.37

Beta (Volatility)

0.00 (Low)

Price

A$7.46

Volume

0

Open

A$7.64

Previous Close

A$7.46

Daily Range

A$7.46 - A$7.80

52-Week Range

A$7.07 - A$8.58

Estimated Earnings Date

Aug 10, 2026

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
  • Natural gas and bottled liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) supply
  • Broadband and various customer services for residential and commercial clients
Growth Outlook
  • Recent revenue of NZD 1.59 billion indicates strong market demand
  • Net income of NZD 205 million reflects effective cost management
  • Expansion plans aim to enhance renewable energy capacity and customer base
Financial Highlights
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) revenue of NZD 6.67 billion demonstrates consistent growth
  • Dividend yield of 4.02% offers attractive returns to investors
  • Operating income margin of 20.87% showcases operational efficiency
Contact Energy Limited is well-positioned in the renewable utilities sector, benefiting from a diverse energy portfolio and a growing 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 highlights a robust revenue stream and effective cost management, indicating a strong foundation for future growth. The focus on expanding renewable energy capacity further enhances its market position, appealing to environmentally conscious consumers and investors alike.
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Industry

Electric Utilities

Sector

Utilities

Employees

1,249

CEO

Michael Fuge

Headquarters

Wellington, WG 6011, NZ

CEN Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

33.13%

Operating Margin

22.85%

Net Income Margin

11.91%

Return on Equity

10.94%

Return on Capital

13.61%

Return on Assets

4.05%

Earnings Yield

5.31%

Dividend Yield

4.94%

Payout Ratio

60.66%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

A$8.12BMarket 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

0

Avg. Volume

49.97K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

NZ$1.83B

Operating Income

NZ$1.39B

EBITDA

NZ$1.65B

Operating Cash Flow

NZ$1.11B

Capital Expenditure

-NZ$918.04M

Free Cash Flow

NZ$196.01M

Cash & ST Invst.

NZ$273.05M

Total Debt

NZ$3.17B

Contact Energy Performance Analysis

Contact Energy annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-06-30NZD 2,225,150,661N/A
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%
Contact Energy sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-06-3018.2%
Q22024-12-3110.9%
Q42025-06-300.6%
Q22025-12-31-7.3%
Contact Energy annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-06-30NZD 0.22N/A
20232023-06-30NZD 0.15-32.3%
20242024-06-30NZD 0.2886.0%
20252025-06-30NZD 0.3837.4%
Contact Energy sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-06-30-50.0%
Q22024-12-3180.0%
Q42025-06-3033.3%
Q22025-12-31-12.5%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

NZ$1.59B

+22.2%

Gross Profit

NZ$535.09M

+52.9%

Gross Margin

33.63%

N/A

Market Cap

A$8.12BMarket 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$6.50M

N/A

Employees

1,249

N/A

Net Income

NZ$205.03M

+34.0%

EBITDA

NZ$479.08M

+31.6%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

NZ$273.05M

-0.3%

Total Debt

NZ$3.17B

+67.0%

Accounts Receivable

NZ$342.06M

+56.2%

Inventory

NZ$75.01M

+70.5%

Long Term Debt

NZ$2.91B

+89.3%

Short Term Debt

NZ$252.04M

-29.2%

Return on Assets

4.05%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

8.56%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

NZ$80.01M

+270.2%

Operating Cash Flow

NZ$295.05M

+37.2%

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Questions About CEN

What is the current price of Contact Energy?

Contact Energy is trading at A$7.46 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Contact Energy?

Over the past 52 weeks, Contact Energy has traded between A$7.07 and A$8.58.

How much debt does Contact Energy have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Contact Energy reported total debt of NZ$2.27B.

How much cash does Contact Energy have on hand?

Contact Energy reported NZ$476.12M 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 4.94%.

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