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Central Puerto S.A. (CEPU)

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$12.33
Last Close (24-hour delay)
Profit since last BUY-6.52%
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Upturn Advisory Summary

06/13/2025: CEPU (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

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Below Average Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.

Number of Analysts

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2 Analysts rated it

Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.

1 Year Target Price $16

1 Year Target Price $16

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$16Target price
Low$6.91
Current$12.33
high$16.6

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 30.78%
Avg. Invested days 48
Today’s Advisory WEAK BUY
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.76B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 43.26
1Y Target Price 16
Price to earnings Ratio 43.26
1Y Target Price 16
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 0.12
52 Weeks Range 6.91 - 16.60
Updated Date 06/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 6.91 - 16.60
Updated Date 06/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 5.99%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.27

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

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Profitability

Profit Margin 12.75%
Operating Margin (TTM) 32.67%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.84%
Return on Equity (TTM) 6.14%

Valuation

Trailing PE 43.26
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 1932183994
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value 1932183994
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value to Revenue 6.04
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.13
Shares Outstanding 150274000
Shares Floating 966484143
Shares Outstanding 150274000
Shares Floating 966484143
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 5.25

Analyst Ratings

Rating 2
Target Price 16
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Hold 2
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Central Puerto S.A.

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

Central Puerto S.A. is Argentina's largest private-sector power generation company. It was founded in 1992 following the privatization of Argentina's electricity sector. It has grown through acquisitions and expansions of its generation facilities.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Power Generation: The company generates electricity through thermal, hydro, and renewable sources. This is their primary revenue source, selling power to the wholesale electricity market (MEM) and directly to large industrial clients.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The company has a board of directors and an executive management team. The organizational structure is typical for a publicly traded power generation company, with departments covering operations, finance, commercial, and legal aspects.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Electricity Generation: Central Puerto generates electricity from a diverse portfolio of power plants. Specific market share data is difficult to obtain precisely due to the nature of the Argentine wholesale market (MEM), but Central Puerto is the largest private generator. Competitors include other private generators such as Genneia, YPF Luz, and state-owned generators like Nucleoelectrica Argentina S.A.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The Argentine electricity market is undergoing regulatory changes and facing challenges related to infrastructure investment and energy transition. The sector is heavily influenced by government policies and subsidies.

Positioning

Central Puerto is the largest private generator in Argentina. Its size provides economies of scale, and its diversified generation portfolio offers some resilience to market fluctuations. However, it is exposed to regulatory risks and macroeconomic volatility in Argentina.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM represents the total electricity demand in Argentina, which is influenced by economic growth and industrial activity. Valuing TAM is challenging because of state subsidies. Central Puerto is positioned to capture a significant share of this market, but its actual revenue is dependent on government regulation and market prices.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Largest private generator in Argentina
  • Diversified generation portfolio (thermal, hydro, renewable)
  • Established market presence
  • Experienced management team

Weaknesses

  • Concentration of operations in Argentina, exposing it to macroeconomic and political risks
  • Reliance on government regulations and subsidies
  • Aging infrastructure in some plants

Opportunities

  • Expansion of renewable energy generation capacity
  • Investments in grid infrastructure upgrades
  • Increased electricity demand from economic growth
  • Potential for direct sales to large industrial clients

Threats

  • Political and economic instability in Argentina
  • Changes in government regulations and subsidies
  • Competition from other generators
  • Fluctuations in fuel prices
  • Devaluation of the Argentine Peso

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • CEPU
  • GENN.BA
  • YPFD

Competitive Landscape

Central Puerto's size and diversified generation portfolio give it a competitive advantage. However, it is vulnerable to regulatory changes and macroeconomic volatility, similar to its competitors. Success depends on operational efficiency and navigating the Argentine regulatory environment.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

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Future Projections: Future projections require access to live financial APIs and analyst estimates.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in renewable energy projects and upgrades to existing power plants.

Summary

Central Puerto S.A. is the largest private power generator in Argentina, offering a diverse generation portfolio. However, its financial performance heavily relies on the volatile Argentine economy and regulatory policies. Expansion into renewables presents an opportunity, while political instability and regulatory shifts pose significant threats. Navigating these challenges is critical for continued success.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company reports
  • Industry publications
  • Analyst reports
  • News articles

Disclaimers:

The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Market share data is estimated based on available information and may not be precise. Financial data is not real-time and may be outdated.

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About Central Puerto S.A.

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2018-02-02
CEO & GM Mr. Fernando Roberto Bonnet
Sector Utilities
Industry Utilities - Regulated Electric
Full time employees -
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Central Puerto S.A. engages in the electric power generation activities in Argentina. It operates in four segments: Electric Power Generation from Conventional Sources; Electric Power Generation from Renewable Sources; Natural Gas Transport and Distribution; and Forest Activity. The company's power generation assets include combined cycle, gas and steam turbine, co-generation, hydroelectric, wind turbine, and solar power plants. It also engages in the natural gas transport and distribution; forestry; and mining businesses. The company was incorporated in 1992 and is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.