Central Puerto S.A.
CEPUUtilitiesNASDAQUtilities - Regulated Electric
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Daily timeframeCentral Puerto S.A. engages in the electric power generation activities in Argentina. Valued at $2.15B, CEPU is a mid-cap name in its sector. 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
$2.15B
Beta
-0.19
P/E (TTM)
6.36
P/E (Fwd)
8.53
EPS (TTM)
$2.25
EPS (Fwd)
$1.68
ROE
19.0%
ROA
7.2%
Cash
$264.43B
Total Debt
$1.02T
Free CF
-$41.95B
52W Change
37.7%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CEPU stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the August 28, 2026 close, CEPU finished 10.10% below its 150-day moving average ($15.05) and 11.74% below its 200-day moving average ($15.33). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is CEPU overbought or oversold?
At the August 28, 2026 close, CEPU's RSI(14) was 40.5, in neutral territory (between 30 and 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
Central Puerto S.A. carries $1.02T in total debt against $264.43B in cash reserves — debt is roughly 3.9x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. The company is burning cash, with free cash flow at -$41.95B. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. ROE of 19.0% points to strong capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. An ROA of 7.2% 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. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Central Puerto S.A.'s trajectory.