Central Puerto S.A.
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Daily timeframeCentral Puerto S.A. engages in the electric power generation activities in Argentina. The company carries a $2.36B market cap, placing it firmly in the mid-cap category. It operates in three segments: Electric Power Generation From Conventional Sources, Electric Power Generation From Renewable Sources and Forest Activity, and Management and Operations of Thermal Plants.
Market Cap
$2.36B
Beta
-0.20
P/E (TTM)
7.39
P/E (Fwd)
9.70
EPS (TTM)
$2.13
EPS (Fwd)
$1.62
ROE
19.3%
ROA
6.1%
Cash
$205.13B
Total Debt
$745.11B
Free CF
-$431.31B
52W Change
32.9%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Central Puerto S.A. carries $745.11B in total debt against $205.13B in cash reserves — debt is roughly 3.6x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow is running at -$431.31B, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. Return on equity stands at 19.3%, which is strong for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 6.1% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has grown from $687.58B (2022) to $1.10T (2025), reflecting a 60% increase over the period.
CEPU's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. The company is burning cash at the operating level, which is not unusual for growth-phase companies but adds risk if it persists. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing CEPU.