- CPFL reported fourth-quarter net operating revenue of R$11.95 billion, exceeding expectations and marking a 13% increase year-over-year.
- Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (Ebitda) reached R$3.28 billion, up 5.3% from the previous year, surpassing the forecast of R$2.93 billion.
- The company’s net debt rose to R$26.96 billion, marking an 11% increase compared to the previous year.
- CPFL’s net debt to Ebitda ratio increased to 2.07% from 1.87% year-over-year.
- Capital expenditure for the quarter was R$1.89 billion, a 22% rise compared to the same period last year.
- Consolidated net income for the fourth quarter was R$1.57 billion, showing an 18.7% increase year-over-year.
- Analyst recommendations include 4 buys, 6 holds, and 1 sell for CPFL stock.
A look at CPFL Energia SA Smart Scores
| Factor | Score | Magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| Value | 2 | |
| Dividend | 5 | |
| Growth | 4 | |
| Resilience | 3 | |
| Momentum | 4 | |
| OVERALL SMART SCORE | 3.6 |
Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma
An investment analyst utilizing Smartkarma Smart Scores has evaluated CPFL Energia SA and provided insights into its long-term outlook based on various criteria. CPFL Energia SA received a mixed assessment across different factors, with a particularly strong score of 5 in the Dividend category, indicating a promising dividend outlook for the company. This suggests that CPFL Energia SA may be a favorable choice for investors seeking steady income through dividends.
Additionally, CPFL Energia SA scored well in Growth and Momentum with ratings of 4, indicating positive prospects for future growth and upward momentum. While the company’s Value score of 2 suggests a somewhat less favorable valuation, the overall assessment points towards a company with solid dividend potential, growth opportunities, and positive momentum in the market, despite facing some challenges in terms of resilience. In summary, CPFL Energia SA operates in the distribution, generation, and commercialization of electricity in Brazil, offering a range of services to both affiliates and non-affiliated parties.
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