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What is Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel EV-to-EBITDA?
Cia Paranaense De Energia CopelBSP:CPLE3 -0.47%56 EV-to-EBITDA is 10.47 as of Jul. 24, 2026, which is 58% above its 10-year median of 6.63. GuruFocus rates BSP:CPLE3 with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of R$10.71 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 468 Utilities - Regulated companies, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel ranks worse than 55.77% on this metric.
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated as enterprise value divided by its EBITDA. As of today, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's enterprise value is R$61,765 Mil.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$5,898 Mil. Therefore, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 10.47.
The historical rank and industry rank for Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:
BSP:CPLE3'
s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.99 Med: 6.63 Max: 25.28
Current: 10.47
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-EBITDA of Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel was 25.28. The lowest was 2.99. And the median was 6.63.
BSP:CPLE3's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked worse than 55.77% of 468
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 9.945
vs BSP:CPLE3: 10.47
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio to determine the fair market value of a company.
The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel (BSP:CPLE3) EV-to-EBITDA Explanation
EV-to-EBITDA is a valuation multiple used in finance and investment to measure the value of a company. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's share price for today is R$14.88.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R$0.914.
* 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.
Study has found that the companies with the lowest EV-to-EBITDA outperforms companies measured as cheap by other ratios such as PE Ratio (TTM).
* 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.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel EV-to-EBITDA Chart
BSP:CPLE3 vs NEE, SO, DUK: EV-to-EBITDA Comparison
For the Utilities - Regulated Electric subindustry, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-EBITDA 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.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel EV-to-EBITDA vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA falls into.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's current Enterprise Value is R$61,765 Mil.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R$5,898 Mil.
* 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.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel (BSP:CPLE3) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 10.47 as of Jul. 24, 2026. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel. This is 58% above median its historical median of 6.63. Over the past decade, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.99 to 25.28. According to the industry distribution chart, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel ranks #261 out of 468 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 55.8%.
Is Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.47 is 58% above median its 10-year median of 6.63. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.99 to a high of 25.28. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.95. Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's value of 10.47 is 5.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel ranks #261 out of 468 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA compare to NEE and SO?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel ranks #261 out of 468 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This places Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.95. Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's value of 10.47 is 5.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's own EV-to-EBITDA has ranged from 2.99 to 25.28 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 6.63 vs. the industry median of 9.95, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-EBITDA for an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-EBITDA among Utilities - Regulated companies is 9.95, based on 468 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-EBITDA significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-EBITDA should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's current EV-to-EBITDA of 10.47 is 5.3% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-EBITDA mean?
A high EV-to-EBITDA can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to EBITDA ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. View historical data on Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.95 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.47, which is 58% above median its own 10-year median of 6.63. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel (BSP:CPLE3) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$10.71, compared to a current price of R$14.88 — trading 38.9% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.47, which is 58% above median its 10-year median of 6.63 and 5.3% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 9.95. Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-EBITDA calculated?
EV-to-EBITDA is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel (BSP:CPLE3), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 10.47 as of Jul. 24, 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 Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel (BSP:CPLE3) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R$14.88 is trading 38.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$10.71.
GuruFocus considers Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for BSP:CPLE3:
EV-to-EBITDA: 10.47 (58% above median its 10-year median of 6.63)
GF Value™: R$10.71 vs. price of R$14.88 (38.9% above fair value)
Industry Position: 5.3% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#261 of 468)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:CPLE3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel Business Description
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel is engaged in the areas of generation, transmission, commercialization and distribution of energy. It operates a comprehensive and effective electrical system with its own generating plants, transmission lines, substations, electrical lines and grids of the distribution system. The company's reportable segments include Power generation and transmission, Power distribution, GAS, Power Sale, Services, and Holding. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Power distribution segment under which it provides public electricity distribution services, being responsible for the operation and maintenance of the distribution infrastructure, as well as providing related services.
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