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Central Puerto(NYSE) CEPU

Market Cap$2.17BMarket 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 (2018)+1%
5 Year+602%
1 Year+20%
1 Month-1%
$14.30
-1.11%
-0.16Today
After hours$14.28-$0.02 (-0.14%)
Central Puerto last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 14.462026-08-04
Central Puerto stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.48%USD 14.532026-07-28
1 month-1.36%USD 14.662026-07-02
3 month-5.68%USD 15.332026-05-06
Year to date-17.37%USD 17.502025-12-31
1 year+20.4%USD 12.012025-08-04
3 year+169.99%USD 5.362023-08-04
5 year+601.58%USD 2.062021-08-05
Since inception+1.25%USD 14.282018-02-02

Central Puerto Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$2.17BMarket 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)

ARS 1.19T

Net Income (TTM)

ARS 435.83B

EPS (TTM)

$2.18

P/E Ratio

6.62

Dividend

$0.00

Beta (Volatility)

1.04 (Average)

Price

$14.30

Volume

135,539.909

Open

$14.58

Previous Close

$14.46

Daily Range

$14.30 - $14.77

52-Week Range

$7.43 - $18.50

Estimated Earnings Date

Aug 13, 2026

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About Central Puerto

Central Puerto S.A. is an Argentine energy firm specializing in the production and supply of electricity. The company serves a diverse client base, including public sector entities and private consumers throughout Argentina. With a total installed generation capacity of 4,809 MW, Central Puerto S.A. operates a mix of thermal power plants, a hydroelectric plant, and wind farms.

Products and Services
  • Electricity generation from thermal, hydro, and wind sources
  • Steam production for industrial applications
  • Comprehensive energy supply solutions for various sectors
Growth Outlook
  • Installed capacity growth supports increasing energy demand in Argentina
  • Expansion into renewable energy aligns with global sustainability trends
  • Strategic investments in infrastructure enhance operational efficiency
Financial Highlights
  • Recent quarterly revenue of ARS 343.56 billion reflects strong operational performance
  • Net income margin of 54.59% indicates effective cost management
  • TTM P/E ratio of 7.88 suggests attractive valuation compared to industry peers
Central Puerto S.A. has established itself as a key player in Argentina's energy sector, leveraging a diverse portfolio of generation assets. The company's focus on both traditional and renewable energy sources positions it well for future growth, particularly as the demand for sustainable energy solutions increases. Recent financial performance highlights a robust revenue stream and strong profitability, underscoring the company's operational efficiency. With a strategic approach to infrastructure investment and capacity expansion, Central Puerto S.A. is poised to capitalize on the evolving energy landscape in Argentina.
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Industry

Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers

Sector

Utilities

CEO

Fernando Roberto Bonnet

Website

www.centralpuerto.com

Headquarters

Buenos Aires, BA C1104BAB, AR

CEPU Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

35.82%

Operating Margin

33.98%

Net Income Margin

36.58%

Return on Equity

17.76%

Return on Capital

6.97%

Return on Assets

10.95%

Earnings Yield

15.11%

Dividend Yield

0.00%

Payout Ratio

0.45%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$2.17BMarket 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

150.01M

Volume

135.54K

Avg. Volume

282.47K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

ARS 427.90B

Operating Income

ARS 261.71B

EBITDA

ARS 774.41B

Operating Cash Flow

ARS 39.45B

Capital Expenditure

-ARS 190.53B

Free Cash Flow

-ARS 151.09B

Cash & ST Invst.

ARS 205.13B

Total Debt

ARS 745.11B

Central Puerto Performance Analysis

Central Puerto annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31ARS 775,387,11329.3%
20232023-12-31ARS 1,060,496,68536.8%
20242024-12-31ARS 806,627,417-23.9%
20252025-12-31ARS 881,336,7859.3%
Central Puerto sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-301.8%
Q32025-09-3049.0%
Q42025-12-31-1.8%
Q12026-03-319.5%
Central Puerto annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31ARS 0.97N/A
20232023-12-31ARS 3.35245.8%
20242024-12-31ARS 0.36-89.2%
20252025-12-31ARS 1.85413.6%
Central Puerto sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q22025-06-303.5%
Q32025-09-3063.2%
Q42025-12-31-82.8%
Q12026-03-31666.4%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

ARS 343.56B

+63.1%

Gross Profit

ARS 141.51B

+54.4%

Gross Margin

41.19%

N/A

Market Cap

$2.17BMarket 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

$2.51M

N/A

Employees

865

N/A

Net Income

ARS 187.54B

+126.6%

EBITDA

ARS 227.19B

+50.7%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q1 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

ARS 205.13B

-23.5%

Total Debt

ARS 745.11B

+81.5%

Accounts Receivable

ARS 400.40B

+62.7%

Inventory

ARS 48.10B

-5.9%

Long Term Debt

ARS 326.80B

+81.0%

Short Term Debt

ARS 418.31B

+82.0%

Return on Assets

10.95%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

12.28%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

-ARS 32.00B

-608169.5%

Operating Cash Flow

ARS 39.11B

+78758.4%

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Questions About CEPU

What is the current price of Central Puerto?

Central Puerto is trading at $14.38 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Central Puerto?

Over the past 52 weeks, Central Puerto has traded between $7.43 and $18.50.

How much debt does Central Puerto have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Central Puerto reported total debt of ARS 538.95M.

How much cash does Central Puerto have on hand?

Central Puerto reported ARS 19.06M in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Central Puerto’s dividend yield?

Central Puerto does not currently have a dividend yield.

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