Rio Paranapanema Energia (BSP:GEPA3) EV-to-FCF: -4.97 (As of Jul. 14, 2026)

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BSP:GEPA3 Rio Paranapanema Energia SA BSP:GEPA3
48 GF Score
Price R$32.90
GF Value R$1.92
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Rio Paranapanema Energia EV-to-FCF?

Rio Paranapanema Energia BSP:GEPA3 48 EV-to-FCF is -4.97 as of Jul. 14, 2026. GuruFocus rates BSP:GEPA3 with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of R$1.92 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 300 Utilities - Regulated companies, Rio Paranapanema Energia ranks worse than 333333% on this metric.

EV-to-FCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its free cash flow. As of today, Rio Paranapanema Energia's Enterprise Value is R$4,472.10 Mil. Rio Paranapanema Energia's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$-900.53 Mil. Therefore, Rio Paranapanema Energia's EV-to-FCF for today is -4.97.

The historical rank and industry rank for Rio Paranapanema Energia's EV-to-FCF or its related term are showing as below:

BSP:GEPA3' s EV-to-FCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -116.52   Med: 6.84   Max: 176.05
Current: -5.03

During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-FCF of Rio Paranapanema Energia was 176.05. The lowest was -116.52. And the median was 6.84.

BSP:GEPA3's EV-to-FCF is ranked worse than
100% of 300 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 18.24 vs BSP:GEPA3: -5.03

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 (2026-07-14), Rio Paranapanema Energia's stock price is R$32.90. Rio Paranapanema Energia's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was R$0.187. Therefore, Rio Paranapanema Energia's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is 175.94.


Rio Paranapanema Energia  (BSP:GEPA3) 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.

Rio Paranapanema Energia's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:

PE Ratio (TTM)=Share Price (Today)/Earnings per Share (Diluted) (TTM)
=32.90/0.187
=175.94

Rio Paranapanema Energia's share price for today is R$32.90.
Rio Paranapanema Energia'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$0.187.

* 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.


Rio Paranapanema Energia EV-to-FCF Related Terms


Rio Paranapanema Energia EV-to-FCF Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Rio Paranapanema 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.

Rio Paranapanema Energia EV-to-FCF Chart

Rio Paranapanema Energia Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
EV-to-FCF
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only -4.93 7.31 5.45 0.00 0.00

Rio Paranapanema Energia Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
EV-to-FCF 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 -107.32 161.67 -4.32 0.00 -4.62

BSP:GEPA3 vs NEE, SO, DUK: EV-to-FCF Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Electric subindustry, Rio Paranapanema 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.


Rio Paranapanema Energia EV-to-FCF vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Rio Paranapanema Energia's EV-to-FCF distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Rio Paranapanema Energia's EV-to-FCF falls into.


BSP:GEPA3
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Rio Paranapanema Energia EV-to-FCF Calculation

Rio Paranapanema Energia's EV-to-FCF for today is calculated as:

EV-to-FCF=Enterprise Value (Today)/Free Cash Flow (TTM)
=4472.098/-900.527
=-4.97

Rio Paranapanema Energia's current Enterprise Value is R$4,472.10 Mil.
Rio Paranapanema Energia's Free Cash Flow for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was R$-900.53 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 -4.97 mean?
Rio Paranapanema Energia (BSP:GEPA3) has a EV-to-FCF of -4.97 as of Jul. 14, 2026. EV to FCF ratio is the company's enterprise value divided by free cash flow. View historical data on Rio Paranapanema Energia and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, Rio Paranapanema Energia ranks #999999 out of 300 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry.
Is Rio Paranapanema Energia's EV-to-FCF too high?
Rio Paranapanema Energia's current EV-to-FCF is -4.97. Based on the distribution chart, Rio Paranapanema Energia ranks #999999 out of 300 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Rio Paranapanema Energia has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Rio Paranapanema Energia's EV-to-FCF compare to NEE and SO?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Rio Paranapanema Energia ranks #999999 out of 300 companies for EV-to-FCF. This places Rio Paranapanema Energia in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-FCF is 18.24. 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 18.24, based on 300 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. 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 Rio Paranapanema Energia and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median EV-to-FCF is 18.24 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Rio Paranapanema Energia's current EV-to-FCF is -4.97. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Rio Paranapanema Energia stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rio Paranapanema Energia (BSP:GEPA3) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is R$1.92, compared to a current price of R$32.90 — trading 1613.5% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-FCF is -4.97. Rio Paranapanema Energia's overall GF Score™ is 48/100 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 Rio Paranapanema Energia (BSP:GEPA3), the current EV-to-FCF is -4.97 as of Jul. 14, 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 Rio Paranapanema Energia (BSP:GEPA3) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Rio Paranapanema Energia stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of R$32.90 is trading 1613.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of R$1.92. GuruFocus considers Rio Paranapanema Energia to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BSP:GEPA3:

  • EV-to-FCF: -4.97
  • GF Value™: R$1.92 vs. price of R$32.90 (1613.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the BSP:GEPA3 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Rio Paranapanema Energia Business Description

Other Exchanges GEPA4:Brazil
Address Funchal Street 418, 29th Floor, E-tower, Vila Olimpia, Sao Paulo, SP, BRA, 04551-060
Rio Paranapanema Energia SA is involved in the energy sector. The company is engaged in the generation and commercialization of electric energy for industrial, residential and commercial consumption, among others. In addition to generating, the company also markets electricity in the Free and Regulated (ACL) and Free Contracting Environments. It also provides for online energy monitoring using real-time technology.
48GF Score

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