Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel (MEX:ELP1) EV-to-EBITDA: 7.06 (As of Aug. 18, 2026) — Near Median

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MEX:ELP1 Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel MEX:ELP1
58 GF Score
Price MXN116.00
GF Value MXN99.60
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel EV-to-EBITDA?

Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel MEX:ELP1 58 EV-to-EBITDA is 7.06 as of Aug. 18, 2026, which is 6% above its 10-year median of 6.67. GuruFocus rates MEX:ELP1 with a GF Score™ of 58/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN99.60. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 466 Utilities - Regulated companies, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel ranks better than 50.86% 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 MXN152,215 Mil. Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN21,570 Mil. Therefore, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA for today is 7.06.

The historical rank and industry rank for Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA or its related term are showing as below:

MEX:ELP1' s EV-to-EBITDA Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.99   Med: 6.67   Max: 25.28
Current: 9.65

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 6.67.

MEX:ELP1's EV-to-EBITDA is ranked better than
50.86% of 466 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 9.83 vs MEX:ELP1: 9.65

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.

As of today (2026-08-18), Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's stock price is MXN116.00. Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was MXN6.542. Therefore, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 17.73.

The "classic" EV-to-EBITDA is much better in capturing debt and net cash than the PE Ratio (TTM).


Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel  (MEX:ELP1) 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:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=116.00/6.542
=17.73

Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's share price for today is MXN116.00.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN6.542.

* 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).

Please read Which price ratio outperforms the enterprise multiple?


Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel EV-to-EBITDA Related Terms


Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel EV-to-EBITDA Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA can be seen below:

* 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

Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-EBITDA
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Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
EV-to-EBITDA Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 9.16 10.04 11.19 10.75 10.20

MEX:ELP1 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.


MEX:ELP1
58GF Score
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel MEX:ELP1
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Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel EV-to-EBITDA Calculation

Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA for today is calculated as:

EV-to-EBITDA=Enterprise Value (Today)/EBITDA (TTM)
=152214.850/21570.146
=7.06

Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's current Enterprise Value is MXN152,215 Mil.
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EBITDA for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was MXN21,570 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about EV-to-EBITDA →
What does a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.06 mean?
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel (MEX:ELP1) has a EV-to-EBITDA of 7.06 as of Aug. 18, 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 near median its historical median of 6.67. 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 #229 out of 466 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 49.1%.
Is Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's EV-to-EBITDA too high?
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.06 is near median its 10-year median of 6.67. 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 9.83. Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's value of 7.06 is 28.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel ranks #229 out of 466 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel has a GF Score™ of 58/100, 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 #229 out of 466 companies for EV-to-EBITDA. This puts Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-EBITDA is 9.83. Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's value of 7.06 is 28.2% below 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 6.67 vs. the industry median of 9.83, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel has consistently been below 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 9.83, based on 466 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 7.06 is 28.2% below 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 9.83 — 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 7.06, which is near median its own 10-year median of 6.67. 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?
Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel (MEX:ELP1) has a current EV-to-EBITDA of 7.06. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN99.60, compared to a current price of MXN116.00 — trading 16.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.06, which is near median its 10-year median of 6.67 and 28.2% below the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 9.83. Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel's overall GF Score™ is 58/100 with 3 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 (MEX:ELP1), the current EV-to-EBITDA is 7.06 as of Aug. 18, 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 (MEX:ELP1) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN116.00 is trading 16.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN99.60.

Key valuation signals for MEX:ELP1:

  • EV-to-EBITDA: 7.06 (near median its 10-year median of 6.67)
  • GF Value™: MXN99.60 vs. price of MXN116.00 (16.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 58/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 28.2% below the Utilities - Regulated median (#229 of 466)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:ELP1 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Cia Paranaense De Energia Copel Business Description

Address Rua Jose Izidoro Biazetto, 158, Bloco A, Mossungue, Curitiba, PR, BRA, 81200-240
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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