Enel Generacion Costanera (BUE:CECO2) EV-to-FCF: 4.49 (As of Aug. 28, 2026) — 27% Above Median

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BUE:CECO2 Enel Generacion Costanera SA BUE:CECO2
52 GF Score
Price ARS556.00
GF Value ARS1,016.37
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Enel Generacion Costanera EV-to-FCF?

Enel Generacion Costanera BUE:CECO2 -0.71% 52 EV-to-FCF is 4.49 as of Aug. 28, 2026, which is 27% above its 10-year median of 3.53. GuruFocus rates BUE:CECO2 with a GF Score™ of 52/100 and a GF Value™ of ARS1,016.37 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 313 Utilities - Regulated companies, Enel Generacion Costanera ranks better than 91.05% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Enel Generacion Costanera's Enterprise Value is ARS375,691 Mil. Enel Generacion Costanera's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ARS83,645 Mil. Therefore, Enel Generacion Costanera's EV-to-FCF for today is 4.49.

The historical rank and industry rank for Enel Generacion Costanera's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

BUE:CECO2' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -210.54   Med: 3.53   Max: 118.02
Current: 4.48

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Enel Generacion Costanera was 118.02. The lowest was -210.54. And the median was 3.53.

BUE:CECO2's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than
91.05% of 313 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 18.54 vs BUE:CECO2: 4.48

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

As of today (2026-08-28), Enel Generacion Costanera's stock price is ARS556.00. Enel Generacion Costanera's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was ARS95.249. Therefore, Enel Generacion Costanera's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 5.84.


Enel Generacion Costanera  (BUE:CECO2) EV-to-FCF Explanation

EV-to-FCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. 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.

Enel Generacion Costanera's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=556.00/95.249
=5.84

Enel Generacion Costanera's share price for today is ARS556.00.
Enel Generacion Costanera'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 ARS95.249.

* 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.

Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Free Cash Flow is an important financial metric because it represents the actual amount of cash at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-FCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.


Enel Generacion Costanera EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Enel Generacion Costanera EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Enel Generacion Costanera's EV-to-FCF 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.

Enel Generacion Costanera EV-to-FCF Chart

Enel Generacion Costanera Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
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Enel Generacion Costanera Quarterly Data
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BUE:CECO2 vs NEE, SO, DUK: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Electric subindustry, Enel Generacion Costanera's EV-to-FCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-FCF 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.


Enel Generacion Costanera EV-to-FCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Enel Generacion Costanera's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Enel Generacion Costanera's EV-to-FCF falls into.


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Enel Generacion Costanera EV-to-FCF Calculation

Enel Generacion Costanera's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=375690.514/83644.833
=4.49

Enel Generacion Costanera's current Enterprise Value is ARS375,691 Mil.
Enel Generacion Costanera's Free Cash Flow 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 ARS83,645 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-FCF →
What does a EV-to-FCF of 4.49 mean?
Enel Generacion Costanera (BUE:CECO2) has a EV-to-FCF of 4.49 as of Aug. 28, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Enel Generacion Costanera and its competitors. This is 27% above median its historical median of 3.53. According to the industry distribution chart, Enel Generacion Costanera ranks #28 out of 313 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 8.9%.
Is Enel Generacion Costanera's EV-to-FCF too high?
Enel Generacion Costanera's current EV-to-FCF of 4.49 is 27% above median its 10-year median of 3.53. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.54. Enel Generacion Costanera's value of 4.49 is 75.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Enel Generacion Costanera ranks #28 out of 313 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Enel Generacion Costanera has a GF Score™ of 52/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Enel Generacion Costanera's EV-to-FCF compare to NEE and SO?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Enel Generacion Costanera ranks #28 out of 313 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Enel Generacion Costanera in the top 9% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.54. Enel Generacion Costanera's value of 4.49 is 75.8% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 3.53 vs. the industry median of 18.54, Enel Generacion Costanera 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-FCF for an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-FCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 18.54, based on 313 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-FCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-FCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Enel Generacion Costanera's current EV-to-FCF of 4.49 is 75.8% 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-FCF mean?
A high EV-to-FCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Enel Generacion Costanera and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.54 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Enel Generacion Costanera's current EV-to-FCF is 4.49, which is 27% above median its own 10-year median of 3.53. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Enel Generacion Costanera stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Enel Generacion Costanera (BUE:CECO2) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is ARS1,016.37, compared to a current price of ARS556.00 — trading 45.3% below its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 4.49, which is 27% above median its 10-year median of 3.53 and 75.8% below the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 18.54. Enel Generacion Costanera's overall GF Score™ is 52/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Enel Generacion Costanera (BUE:CECO2), the current EV-to-FCF is 4.49 as of Aug. 28, 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 Enel Generacion Costanera (BUE:CECO2) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Enel Generacion Costanera stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of ARS556.00 is trading 45.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of ARS1,016.37. GuruFocus considers Enel Generacion Costanera to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for BUE:CECO2:

  • EV-to-FCF: 4.49 (27% above median its 10-year median of 3.53)
  • GF Value™: ARS1,016.37 vs. price of ARS556.00 (45.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 52/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 75.8% below the Utilities - Regulated median (#28 of 313)

No single metric tells the full story. See the BUE:CECO2 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Enel Generacion Costanera Business Description

Address Avenida Espana 3301, Buenos Aires, ARG, C1107ANA
Enel Generacion Costanera SA is a power company. It is engaged in the generation and sale of electricity in Argentina.
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