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Corporacion America Airports(CAAP)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CAAP
09/17/2026: CAAP (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Corporacion America Airports is a major operator of international airports, primarily focused on Latin America. The company benefits from long-term concession agreements that provide steady, albeit regulation-sensitive, cash flows. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the continued recovery of regional passenger travel and the optimization of non-aeronautical revenue, such as retail and parking. However, investors must consider the risks posed by emerging market economic volatility, currency fluctuations, and high debt levels. The stock may best suit a value-oriented investor who can tolerate cyclical volatility, and interested parties should monitor political developments and passenger volume trends in its core operating countries.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The company offers growth potential through traffic recovery but is limited by the utility-like nature of its concessions. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Performance is highly sensitive to regional economic cycles and travel industry momentum. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock often trades at valuations reflective of infrastructure assets, appealing to those seeking long-term value. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | Dividends are not consistent, as capital is often prioritized for infrastructure and debt service. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | Significant exposure to emerging market currency and political risks increases overall volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock is susceptible to swings in emerging market sentiment and global travel demand. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Valuation depends heavily on the accuracy of long-term traffic forecasts and concession durability. |
| Competition risk | Medium | Competition from regional infrastructure players can pressure future concession bidding. |
| Business quality | Medium | Infrastructure quality is generally strong, but it is tied to regulatory and economic environments. |
| Dividend income | Low | Income investors should not rely on the stock for consistent yield. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Managing 52 diverse airports requires rigorous operational oversight across multiple borders. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 18.91% | Avg. Invested days 50 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/17/2026 |
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Company Fundamentals
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Ownership
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Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.85B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 13.61 | 1Y Target Price 32.27 |
Price to earnings Ratio 13.61 | 1Y Target Price 32.27 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 234.7K shares | Beta 0.69 | 52 Weeks Range 16.71 - 29.35 | Updated Date 09/16/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 16.71 - 29.35 | Updated Date 09/16/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.87% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.73 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Aeronautical Operations | Landing fees, passenger boarding fees, and parking charges. | The bread and butter of the company, charging airlines and passengers for basic airport usage. |
| Commercial & Retail | Duty-free, retail, food and beverage, and advertising. | This is a key margin driver where the company monetizes passenger dwell time. |
| Geography: Latin America | Operations in Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay, and Ecuador. | The primary source of revenue, making the company a play on Latin American travel trends. |
Earnings Date
Report Date 2026-08-18 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.51 | Actual 0.32 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 13.6% | Operating Margin (TTM) 19.75% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.99% | Return on Equity (TTM) 17.42% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 13.61 | Forward PE 4.89 | Enterprise Value 4.23B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.81 |
Enterprise Value 4.23B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.81 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.99 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.32 | Shares Outstanding 163.37M | Shares Floating 17.97M |
Shares Outstanding 163.37M | Shares Floating 17.97M | ||
Percent Insiders 79.56 | Percent Institutions 15.91 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About Corporacion America Airports
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2018-02-01 | CEO & Director Mr. Martin Francisco Antranik Eurnekian Bonnarens | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Airports & Air Services | Full time employees 6300 | Website https://www.caap.aero |
Full time employees 6300 | Website https://www.caap.aero | ||
Corporación América Airports S.A., through its subsidiaries, acquires, develops, and operates airport concessions. It operates 52 airports in Latin America, Europe, and Eurasia. The company was formerly known as A.C.I. Airports International S.à r.l. and changed its name to Corporación América Airports S.A. in September 2017. The company was founded in 1998 and is based in Luxembourg, Luxembourg. Corporación América Airports S.A. operates as a subsidiary of A.C.I. Airports S.à r.l.
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