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Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte SA ADR(EDN)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for EDN
09/15/2026: EDN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte (EDN) is a major electricity distribution utility operating in the Buenos Aires metropolitan area of Argentina. The company's primary strength lies in its role as an essential provider with a captive customer base. Its main investment story is tied to potential tariff normalization and economic stabilization within Argentina, which could drive value. However, the company faces significant risks from regulatory price controls, macroeconomic instability, and inflation. This stock is best suited for experienced investors with a high tolerance for emerging market volatility who closely monitor regulatory developments in the energy sector.
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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | The company's growth is constrained by regulatory limits on tariffs and broader macroeconomic challenges in Argentina. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | This style is conditional on positive political or regulatory developments that trigger significant short-term price appreciation. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | While assets may be priced low relative to replacement value, the regulatory and macro risks make valuation assessment complex. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | Dividend consistency is low due to regulatory and financial constraints inherent in the Argentine utility sector. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The company is subject to high levels of country risk, currency volatility, and regulatory uncertainty. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The stock price is extremely sensitive to changes in Argentine political, economic, and regulatory policies. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Valuations are difficult to anchor due to the impact of hyperinflation and non-standard accounting adjustments. |
| Competition risk (Regulatory) | Medium | While there is no product competition, the company faces high risks regarding regulatory decisions that favor end-user affordability. |
| Business quality | Medium | The operational quality is high in terms of infrastructure, but financial quality is often hampered by the macro environment. |
| Dividend income | Low | Dividends are not a reliable source of income for investors. |
| Execution risk | Medium / high | The company must navigate complex, changing regulatory frameworks to maintain financial health. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 56.07% | Avg. Invested days 30 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  3.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/15/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.16B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 7.48 | 1Y Target Price 38.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 7.48 | 1Y Target Price 38.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 89.1K shares | Beta -0.1 | 52 Weeks Range 14.38 - 36.70 | Updated Date 09/15/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 14.38 - 36.70 | Updated Date 09/15/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 3.26 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity Distribution | Revenue generated from transporting and distributing electricity to residential and commercial customers within the northern BA concession. | The company makes money by acting as the local utility pipeline, with rates heavily regulated by the government. |
| Geography (Argentina) | Focus on the metropolitan Buenos Aires area. | Performance is tied directly to the economic health and regulatory climate of Argentina. |
Valuation
Trailing PE 7.48 | Forward PE 8.75 | Enterprise Value 1.37B | Price to Sales(TTM) - |
Enterprise Value 1.37B | Price to Sales(TTM) - | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.69 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 2.74 | Shares Outstanding 20.59M | Shares Floating 8.43M |
Shares Outstanding 20.59M | Shares Floating 8.43M | ||
Percent Insiders - | Percent Institutions 9.04 |
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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 Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte SA ADR
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-04-26 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Daniel Marx | ||
Sector Utilities | Industry Utilities - Regulated Electric | Full time employees 4576 | Website https://www.edenor.com |
Full time employees 4576 | Website https://www.edenor.com | ||
Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte Sociedad Anónima engages in the distribution and sale of electricity in Argentina. The company operates an electrical power distribution system that consists of 85 transformation substations and interconnections with high voltage customers with 20,295 MVA of installed power and 1,594 km of high voltage networks; and MV/LV and MV/MV distribution system comprises 19,845 transformers with 10,137 MVA of installed power, 12,732 km of medium voltage networks, and 28,590 km of low voltage networks. It serves approximately 3.39 million customers. The company was formerly known as Empresa Distribuidora Norte Sociedad Anónima and changed its name to Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte Sociedad Anónima in January 1997. The company was founded in 1992 and is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Empresa Distribuidora y Comercializadora Norte Sociedad Anónima operates as a subsidiary of Empresa de Energía del Cono Sur S.A.
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