CenterPoint Energy, Inc.
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Daily timeframeCenterPoint Energy, Inc. operates as a public utility holding company in the United States. Valued at $27.05B, CNP is a large-cap name in its sector. The company operates through Electric; Natural Gas; and Corporate and Other segments.
Market Cap
$27.05B
Beta
0.46
P/E (TTM)
24.30
P/E (Fwd)
19.66
EPS (TTM)
$1.69
EPS (Fwd)
$2.09
ROE
9.8%
ROA
3.0%
Cash
$453.0M
Total Debt
$24.64B
Free CF
-$5.19B
52W Change
3.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where CNP stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, CNP finished 4.28% below its 150-day moving average ($41.33) and 3.72% below its 200-day moving average ($41.09). 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 CNP overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, CNP's RSI(14) was 75.0, in overbought territory (above 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.
CenterPoint Energy, Inc. carries $24.64B in total debt against $453.0M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 54.4x 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 -$5.19B. This typically occurs when a company is investing aggressively in growth, but sustained cash burn can strain the balance sheet. Return on equity stands at 9.8%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 3.0% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $9.32B (2022) to $9.36B (2025).
With a beta below 0.7, CenterPoint Energy, Inc. typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. 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. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for CenterPoint Energy, Inc. and its sector.