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Central PuertoCEPU +1.16%91 EV-to-OCF is 8.41 as of Aug. 07, 2026, which is 63% above its 10-year median of 5.15. GuruFocus rates CEPU with a GF Score™ of 91/100 and a GF Value™ of $10.41 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 507 Utilities - Regulated companies, Central Puerto ranks better than 53.06% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Central Puerto's Enterprise Value is $2,503.6 Mil.
Central Puerto's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was $297.5 Mil. Therefore, Central Puerto's EV-to-OCF for today is 8.41.
The historical rank and industry rank for Central Puerto's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
CEPU'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.67 Med: 5.15 Max: 15.39
Current: 8.41
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Central Puerto was 15.39. The lowest was 0.67. And the median was 5.15.
CEPU's EV-to-OCF is ranked better than 53.06% of 507
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 10.82
vs CEPU: 8.41
EV-to-OCF 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.
EV-to-OCF 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.
Central Puerto's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Central Puerto's share price for today is $13.98.
Central Puerto'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 $2.164.
* 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. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Central Puerto EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Central Puerto EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Central Puerto's EV-to-OCF 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.
For the Utilities - Regulated Electric subindustry, Central Puerto's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF 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.
Central Puerto EV-to-OCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Central Puerto's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Central Puerto's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Central Puerto's current Enterprise Value is $2,503.6 Mil.
Central Puerto's Cash Flow from Operations 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 $297.5 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.
Central Puerto (CEPU) has a EV-to-OCF of 8.41 as of Aug. 07, 2026. This is 63% above median its historical median of 5.15. Over the past decade, Central Puerto's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.67 to 15.39. According to the industry distribution chart, Central Puerto ranks #238 out of 507 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 46.9%.
Is Central Puerto's EV-to-OCF too high?
Central Puerto's current EV-to-OCF of 8.41 is 63% above median its 10-year median of 5.15. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.67 to a high of 15.39. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.82. Central Puerto's value of 8.41 is 22.3% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Central Puerto ranks #238 out of 507 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Central Puerto has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Central Puerto's EV-to-OCF compare to NEE and SO?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Central Puerto ranks #238 out of 507 companies for EV-to-OCF. This puts Central Puerto in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 10.82. Central Puerto's value of 8.41 is 22.3% below this benchmark. Historically, Central Puerto's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 0.67 to 15.39 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 5.15 vs. the industry median of 10.82, Central Puerto 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-OCF for an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Utilities - Regulated companies is 10.82, based on 507 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Central Puerto's current EV-to-OCF of 8.41 is 22.3% 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-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 10.82 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Central Puerto's current EV-to-OCF is 8.41, which is 63% above median its own 10-year median of 5.15. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Central Puerto stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Puerto (CEPU) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $10.41, compared to a current price of $13.98 — trading 34.3% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 8.41, which is 63% above median its 10-year median of 5.15 and 22.3% below the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 10.82. Central Puerto's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Central Puerto (CEPU), the current EV-to-OCF is 8.41 as of Aug. 07, 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 Central Puerto (CEPU) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Central Puerto stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $13.98 is trading 34.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $10.41.
GuruFocus considers Central Puerto to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for CEPU:
EV-to-OCF: 8.41 (63% above median its 10-year median of 5.15)
GF Value™: $10.41 vs. price of $13.98 (34.3% above fair value)
Industry Position: 22.3% below the Utilities - Regulated median (#238 of 507)
No single metric tells the full story. See the CEPU stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Central Puerto SA is a power generation company. It is mainly engaged in electric power generation and commercialization. The company is also involved in the natural gas distribution public sector service in the Cuyo and Centro regions in Argentina. The Group has four reporting segments which includes electric power generation from conventional sources, electric power generation from renewable sources, natural gas transport and distribution, and forest activity. The company derives maximum revenue from Electric Power Generation from conventional sources segment.
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