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CPFL EnergiaBSP:CPFE3 +1.68%77 EV-to-FCF is 13.97 as of Aug. 30, 2026, which is 31% above its 10-year median of 10.70. GuruFocus rates BSP:CPFE3 with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of R$39.11 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 313 Utilities - Regulated companies, CPFL Energia ranks better than 61.02% on this metric.
EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, CPFL Energia's Enterprise Value is R$83,840 Mil.
CPFL Energia's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was R$6,000 Mil. Therefore, CPFL Energia's EV-to-FCF for today is 13.97.
The historical rank and industry rank for CPFL Energia's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:
BSP:CPFE3'
s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -182.23 Med: 10.7 Max: 5197.99
Current: 13.97
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of CPFL Energia was 5197.99. The lowest was -182.23. And the median was 10.70.
BSP:CPFE3's EV-to-FCF is ranked better than 61.02% of 313
companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 18.54
vs BSP:CPFE3: 13.97
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.
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.
CPFL Energia's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
CPFL Energia's share price for today is R$44.80.
CPFL Energia'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 R$5.220.
* 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.
CPFL Energia EV-to-FCF Related Terms
CPFL Energia EV-to-FCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for CPFL Energia'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.
For the Utilities - Regulated Electric subindustry, CPFL Energia'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.
CPFL Energia EV-to-FCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry
For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, CPFL Energia's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where CPFL Energia's EV-to-FCF falls into.
CPFL Energia's current Enterprise Value is R$83,840 Mil.
CPFL Energia'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 R$6,000 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.
CPFL Energia (BSP:CPFE3) has a EV-to-FCF of 13.97 as of Aug. 30, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on CPFL Energia and its competitors. This is 31% above median its historical median of 10.70. According to the industry distribution chart, CPFL Energia ranks #122 out of 313 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 39%.
Is CPFL Energia's EV-to-FCF too high?
CPFL Energia's current EV-to-FCF of 13.97 is 31% above median its 10-year median of 10.70. The Utilities - Regulated industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.54. CPFL Energia's value of 13.97 is 24.6% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CPFL Energia ranks #122 out of 313 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, CPFL Energia has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CPFL Energia's EV-to-FCF compare to NEE and SO?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, CPFL Energia ranks #122 out of 313 companies for EV-to-FCF. This puts CPFL Energia in the upper half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.54. CPFL Energia's value of 13.97 is 24.6% below this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 10.70 vs. the industry median of 18.54, CPFL Energia 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. CPFL Energia's current EV-to-FCF of 13.97 is 24.6% 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 CPFL Energia 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. CPFL Energia's current EV-to-FCF is 13.97, which is 31% above median its own 10-year median of 10.70. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CPFL Energia stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CPFL Energia (BSP:CPFE3) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$39.11, compared to a current price of R$44.80 — trading 14.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is 13.97, which is 31% above median its 10-year median of 10.70 and 24.6% below the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 18.54. CPFL Energia's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 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-FCF calculated?
EV-to-FCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For CPFL Energia (BSP:CPFE3), the current EV-to-FCF is 13.97 as of Aug. 30, 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 CPFL Energia (BSP:CPFE3) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CPFL Energia stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of R$44.80 is trading 14.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$39.11.
GuruFocus considers CPFL Energia to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for BSP:CPFE3:
EV-to-FCF: 13.97 (31% above median its 10-year median of 10.70)
GF Value™: R$39.11 vs. price of R$44.80 (14.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 24.6% below the Utilities - Regulated median (#122 of 313)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:CPFE3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
CPFL Energia SA operates as a holding company. Along with its subsidiaries, the company is engaged in distribution, generation, transmission and commercialization activities of electric energy in Brazil. It also provides energy-related services through its solutions division, including energy management and trading, energy efficiency services, distributed generation, energy infrastructure development, and consulting services. The company's operating segments are (i) electric energy distribution activities, (ii) electric energy generation, (iii) electric energy transmission, (iv) energy commercialization, (v) service activities, and (vi) other activities not listed in the previous items. The majority of the company's revenue is derived from the electric energy distribution segment.
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