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Pampa Energia SA ADR(PAM)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PAM
09/28/2026: PAM (1-star) is a SELL. SELL for 1 day. Simulated Profits (-13.45%). Updated daily EoD!
Pampa Energia SA is a prominent integrated energy firm operating primarily in Argentina, encompassing electricity generation, transmission, and oil and gas production. The company is known for its strong operational integration, particularly its ability to leverage shale natural gas production from the Vaca Muerta basin to fuel its own power plants. Its primary investment story centers on capturing long-term growth from Argentina's vast energy resources. However, shareholders face significant risks, including exposure to Argentine macroeconomic volatility, currency devaluation, and regulatory changes. The stock may best suit risk-tolerant, value-oriented investors willing to monitor domestic economic reforms and production growth in unconventional assets.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | The growth narrative is tied to Vaca Muerta potential, but hampered by macroeconomic volatility. |
| Momentum investor | Strong fit while signal remains positive | The stock can show strong momentum during periods of positive news regarding Argentine economic reforms. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | Historically trading at low multiples due to country risk, offering deep value potential for risk-tolerant investors. |
| Dividend investor | Weak fit | Dividends are intermittent and prioritized secondary to capital expenditure and debt management. |
| Low-risk investor | Weak fit | The inherent political and currency risks of Argentina make this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | High | The ADR is subject to significant daily swings driven by Argentine political and economic news. |
| Valuation risk | Medium / high | Valuations are often suppressed by country risk, making the stock's price detached from pure fundamental performance. |
| Competition risk (energy sector) | Medium | Competition from large players like YPF limits pricing power in certain segments. |
| Business quality | Medium | While operationally efficient, the business quality is constrained by the challenging local regulatory environment. |
| Dividend income | Low | Investors should not rely on Pampa for stable or predictable dividend income. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Success relies heavily on timely capital investment in shale projects and navigating local labor/regulatory hurdles. |
Price Behavior
Flat / Range-Bound
The stock price has been trading within a narrow range with minimal directional movement.
Smooth
The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -14.38% | Avg. Invested days 39 | Today’s Advisory SELL |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/28/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 4.17B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 7.07 | 1Y Target Price 121.09 |
Price to earnings Ratio 7.07 | 1Y Target Price 121.09 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 183.0K shares | Beta -0.24 | 52 Weeks Range 57.14 - 94.50 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 57.14 - 94.50 | Updated Date 09/27/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) 11 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Electricity Generation | Thermal, hydro, and wind power plants delivering power to the national grid. | The company gets paid to generate and sell electricity to the wholesale market. |
| Oil & Gas Production | Extraction and sale of natural gas and crude oil, primarily from Vaca Muerta. | Selling gas and oil provides a major revenue stream, benefiting from high-demand shale resources. |
| Geography: Argentina | Operations located exclusively within Argentina. | Your investment is directly tied to the economic performance and political stability of Argentina. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 7.07 | Forward PE 6.68 | Enterprise Value 5.89B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.73 |
Enterprise Value 5.89B | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.73 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.44 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.85 | Shares Outstanding 53.60M | Shares Floating 24.73M |
Shares Outstanding 53.60M | Shares Floating 24.73M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.41 | Percent Institutions 10.08 |
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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 Pampa Energia SA ADR
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2009-10-09 | CEO, Executive VP & Vice Chairman Mr. Gustavo Mariani CFA | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Conglomerates | Full time employees - | Website https://ri.pampa.com/en |
Full time employees - | Website https://ri.pampa.com/en | ||
Pampa Energía S.A. operates as an integrated power company in Argentina. The company operates through Oil and Gas; Generation; Petrochemicals; and Holding, Transportation and Others segments. It generates electricity through thermal plants, hydroelectric plants, and wind farms with a 5,472 megawatt (MW) installed capacity. The company also explores for and produces oil and gas in the provinces of Neuquén and Río Negro. In addition, it produces petrochemicals, such as styrene, synthetic rubber, and polystyrene. Further, the company operates and maintains a 22,445 km high-voltage electricity transmission network in Argentina. Additionally, it holds a concession for the transportation of natural gas with 9,248 km of gas pipelines in the center, west, and south of Argentina; and processes and sells natural gas liquids in Bahía Blanca in the Province of Buenos Aires, as well as offers related advisory services. Pampa Energía S.A. was formerly known as Pampa Holding S.A. and changed its name to Pampa Energía S.A. in September 2008. The company was incorporated in 1945 and is based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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