Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. As of today (2026-06-26), Electric Power Development Co's Beta is -0.3331.
Electric Power Development Co (OTCPK:EDRWY) Beta Explanation
Beta is a measure of the volatility, or systematic risk, of a security or a portfolio in comparison to the market as a whole. We usually compare beta to 1. A beta of 1 indicates that the security's price will move with the market. A beta of less than 1 means that the security will be less volatile than the market. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price will be more volatile than the market.
Beta is primarily used in the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) to calculate the Cost of Equity, which can be used in the calculation of WACC %. The formula of Cost of Equity is:
Cost of Equity = Risk-Free Rate of Return + Beta of Asset * (Expected Return of the Market - Risk-Free Rate of Return)
Electric Power Development Co Beta Related Terms
Electric Power Development Co Beta Historical Data
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Electric Power Development Co Beta Competitor Comparison
For the Utilities - Renewable subindustry, Electric Power Development Co's Beta, along with its competitors' market caps and Beta data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Electric Power Development Co Beta vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry
For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, Electric Power Development Co's Beta distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Electric Power Development Co's Beta falls into.
Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. A stock's beta can be calculated by dividing the product of the covariance of the individual stock's returns and the market's returns by the variance of the market's returns over a specified period. Basically, GuruFocus uses the returns calculated over three-year period.
Electric Power Development Co (EDRWY) has a Beta of -0.3331 as of Jun. 26, 2026. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for Electric Power Development Co and its competitors.
Is Electric Power Development Co's Beta too high?
Electric Power Development Co's current Beta is -0.3331. Overall, Electric Power Development Co has a GF Score™ of 53/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Electric Power Development Co's Beta compare to competitors?
Electric Power Development Co's Beta of -0.3331 can be compared against companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Beta for an Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
A good Beta depends on the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry context. However, Beta should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Beta mean?
A high Beta can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Beta is the sensitivity of the expected excess asset returns to the expected excess market returns. View historical data for Electric Power Development Co and its competitors. Electric Power Development Co's current Beta is -0.3331. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Electric Power Development Co stock overvalued right now?
Electric Power Development Co (EDRWY) has a current Beta of -0.3331. The stock's GF Value™ is $16.20, compared to a current price of $24.95 — trading 54% above its estimated fair value. The current Beta is -0.3331. Electric Power Development Co's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Beta calculated?
Beta is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Electric Power Development Co (EDRWY), the current Beta is -0.3331 as of Jun. 26, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Electric Power Development Co (EDRWY) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Electric Power Development Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $24.95 is trading 54% above its estimated GF Value™ of $16.20.
Key valuation signals for EDRWY:
Beta: -0.3331
GF Value™: $16.20 vs. price of $24.95 (54% above fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the EDRWY stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Electric Power Development Co Business Description
Electric Power Development Co Ltd is a Japanese electric utility company involved in the generation, transmission, distribution, and retail sale of energy. The company operates through four segments. The Power Generation segment covers hydro, thermal, and wind power generation, along with maintenance, operation, and electricity sales. The Power Transmission and Transformation segment focuses on grid and network operations. Electricity-related Businesses support generation and transmission activities to ensure smooth and efficient operations. The Overseas Business engages in power generation and related services abroad. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Power Generation Business segment.
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