Capital Power (CPX) Stock Overview
Develops, acquires, owns, and operates utility-scale renewable and flexible generation facilities in Canada and the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 3/6 |
| Future Growth | 4/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 0/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | CA$62.03 |
| 52 Week High | CA$77.02 |
| 52 Week Low | CA$56.48 |
| Beta | 0.40 |
| 1 Month Change | -5.15% |
| 3 Month Change | -12.42% |
| 1 Year Change | 6.38% |
| 3 Year Change | 48.57% |
| 5 Year Change | 40.47% |
| Change since IPO | 173.98% |
Recent News & Updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jul 17
CPX: Fair Value Outlook Will Hinge On Meta Deal And Margins
Capital Power's updated fair value estimate reflects a modest uplift in the implied analyst price target to CA$85, with analysts pointing to current revisions at CIBC and BMO, along with expectations for more tempered sector earnings and weaker renewables conditions as key drivers of their refreshed assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Capital Power shows analysts adjusting their price targets and views as they reassess sector earnings expectations and renewables exposure.Narrative Update • Jun 25
CPX: Fair Value Outlook Will Depend On Margins And Secured Cash Flows
Analysts have made a modest upward revision to the Capital Power fair value estimate. The model implies an increase of about CA$0.23 per share, reflecting updated assumptions on the discount rate and forward P/E, while revenue growth and profit margin expectations remain essentially unchanged.Narrative Update • Jun 07
CPX: Fair Value View Will Hinge On Margins And Contracted Cash Flows
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on Capital Power by about CA$0.20. This reflects a mix of recent target cuts and initiations that point to more cautious assumptions on profit margins, even as revenue growth expectations and discount rate inputs are adjusted.Analysis Article • May 04
Downgrade: Here's How Analysts See Capital Power Corporation (TSE:CPX) Performing In The Near Term
The analysts covering Capital Power Corporation ( TSE:CPX ) delivered a dose of negativity to shareholders today, by...Narrative Update • Apr 27
CPX: Fair Value View Will Depend On Profit Margins And New Finance Leadership
Analysts have inched their CA$ fair value estimate for Capital Power up to about CA$74.63 per share, citing updated views on discount rates, profit margins, and forward P/E expectations following recent research updates and a CA$1 price target increase at CIBC. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the recent CA$1 price target adjustment as support for the updated fair value estimate around CA$74.63 per share.Narrative Update • Apr 12
CPX: Reliability Focus And New Finance Leadership Will Shape Future Returns
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for Capital Power steady at about CA$74.54, with only very small tweaks to inputs such as the discount rate and future P/E assumptions. This reflects incremental model updates rather than a major change in view.Narrative Update • Mar 28
CPX: Future Returns Will Reflect Extended Arlington Contract And Uprate Benefits
Analysts have adjusted Capital Power's target price to CA$82 from CA$80, reflecting updated views on the company’s risk profile and earnings outlook while maintaining a broadly consistent long term valuation framework. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates suggest that analysts are reassessing Capital Power's risk and earnings profile while keeping their core valuation approach largely intact.Narrative Update • Mar 10
CPX: Future Returns Will Reflect Long Dated Arlington Cash Flows And Uprate Benefits
Analysts have nudged their Capital Power price target up by CA$2 to CA$82. This reflects updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, margins and future P/E that align with recent Street research.Narrative Update • Feb 23
CPX: Future Returns Will Reflect Long Dated Arlington Cash Flows And Uprate Benefits
Analysts have adjusted their view on Capital Power, with one firm lifting its price target to CA$82 from CA$80, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the higher CA$82 price target as support for their updated assumptions on Capital Power's P/E, suggesting they see room for the shares to reflect those revised earnings multiples over time.Analysis Article • Feb 13
Does Capital Power (TSE:CPX) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Narrative Update • Feb 09
CPX: Future Returns Will Reflect Long Dated Arlington Tolling Cash Flows
Narrative Update on Capital Power Analysts have nudged their price target on Capital Power to C$82 from C$80, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, long term revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Capital Power focuses on how updated assumptions feed into valuation and execution risks, rather than any single near term catalyst.Narrative Update • Jan 24
CPX: Future Returns Will Reflect Long Term Contracted U.S. Gas Cash Flows
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Capital Power higher to about C$74.71 from roughly C$74.46, citing a series of recent price target increases across the Street that reflect updated views on revenue growth, margins, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates around Capital Power cluster tightly in a C$73 to C$82 fair value range, which helps explain the modest move higher in the aggregated fair value estimate.Narrative Update • Jan 08
CPX: Future Returns Will Reflect Long Term Contracted And Merchant Cash Flows
Analysts have raised their price targets on Capital Power into a C$73 to C$85 range, with several firms moving to around C$80 to C$82, citing updated views on valuation inputs such as discount rates and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research shows a tight cluster of targets between C$73 and C$85, with several bullish analysts moving into the C$80 to C$82 area.Narrative Update • Dec 18
CPX: Future Performance Will Reflect Long Term Contracted Cash Flow From New Projects
The analyst price target for Capital Power has been increased by C$1.00. This change reflects analysts' view that stronger revenue growth prospects and a higher future earnings multiple more than offset slightly lower profit margin assumptions and a modestly higher discount rate.Narrative Update • Dec 04
CPX: Future Performance Will Reflect Long Term Contracted Cash Flow Upside
Analysts have lifted their consolidated price target for Capital Power to about C$80, reflecting increased confidence in the company’s underappreciated growth profile, resilient margins, and U.S.-like expansion prospects. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research points to a broadly constructive view on Capital Power, with multiple firms raising their price targets and reiterating positive ratings in quick succession.Narrative Update • Nov 20
CPX: Future Performance Will Reflect Recent Storage and Contract Wins Driving Upside
The analyst price target for Capital Power saw a modest decrease of $0.50 to $75.46 per share, as analysts cite adjustments in fair value and discount rate. This comes despite ongoing positive sentiment highlighted by several recent price target increases across major investment firms.Narrative Update • Nov 05
CPX: Future Performance Will Reflect Weighing New Projects Against Margin Pressures
Analysts have modestly raised their price target for Capital Power, increasing it from approximately C$74 to C$76. They cite a series of upward target revisions across the Street that reflect confidence in the company's outlook, despite tempered growth estimates.Narrative Update • Oct 22
Analysts Raise Targets for Capital Power on Improved Margins and Strong Growth Outlook
Analysts have raised their price target for Capital Power, increasing the fair value estimate from approximately C$69 to nearly C$74. The upward revision is supported by improved profit margins and continued confidence in the company's growth prospects.Analysis Article • Oct 09
Capital Power Corporation's (TSE:CPX) 29% Price Boost Is Out Of Tune With Earnings
Capital Power Corporation ( TSE:CPX ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 29% share price jump in the...Narrative Update • Oct 08
North American Demand Trends Will Expose Overvaluation Risks
Analysts have increased their average price target for Capital Power, raising it by approximately C$1.45 to C$69.04. They cite the company's underappreciated growth prospects and consistent upward revisions from multiple firms.Narrative Update • Sep 20
North American Demand Trends Will Expose Overvaluation Risks
Consensus analyst price targets for Capital Power have been revised upward, reflecting stronger earnings momentum, improved cash flow forecasts, and enhanced growth visibility from portfolio diversification and a favorable policy environment, resulting in a new target of CA$67.59. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts cite stronger-than-expected earnings momentum, leading to increased confidence in management’s execution.Narrative Update • Aug 27
North American Demand Trends Will Expose Overvaluation Risks
Despite a substantial increase in consensus revenue growth projections and a notable decline in future P/E, the consensus analyst price target for Capital Power has been modestly reduced from CA$66.73 to CA$64.55. What's in the News Capital Power announced a 6% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.6910 per share, raising its annualized dividend to $2.764 per common share.
New Narrative • Dec 06
Genesee Repower's Soaring CapEx And Carbon Compliance Costs Threaten Profit Margins
High CapEx for projects like Genesee Repower may lower profitability, affecting earnings through increased capital outlay requirements.Shareholder Returns
| CPX | CA Renewable Energy | CA Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -0.5% | 1.8% | -0.1% |
| 1Y | 6.4% | 13.2% | 23.9% |
Return vs Industry: CPX underperformed the Canadian Renewable Energy industry which returned 13.2% over the past year.
Return vs Market: CPX underperformed the Canadian Market which returned 23.9% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| CPX volatility | |
|---|---|
| CPX Average Weekly Movement | 3.8% |
| Renewable Energy Industry Average Movement | 3.8% |
| Market Average Movement | 9.4% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in CA Market | 16.3% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in CA Market | 3.7% |
Stable Share Price: CPX has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Canadian market.
Volatility Over Time: CPX's weekly volatility (4%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1891 | 700 | Avik Dey | www.capitalpower.com |
Capital Power Corporation develops, acquires, owns, and operates utility-scale renewable and flexible generation facilities in Canada and the United States. The company generates electricity from various energy sources, including wind, waste heat, solar, landfill gas, gas, and battery storage. It also manages its related electricity and natural gas portfolios by undertaking trading and marketing activities.
Capital Power Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| CPX fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | CA$9.99b |
| Earnings (TTM) | CA$110.00m |
| Revenue (TTM) | CA$4.15b |
88.6x
P/E Ratio2.4x
P/S RatioIs CPX overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| CPX income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | CA$4.15b |
| Cost of Revenue | CA$2.68b |
| Gross Profit | CA$1.47b |
| Other Expenses | CA$1.36b |
| Earnings | CA$110.00m |
Last Reported Earnings
Jun 30, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.70 |
| Gross Margin | 35.42% |
| Net Profit Margin | 2.65% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 147.5% |
How did CPX perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
4.5%
Current Dividend Yield392%
Payout RatioDoes CPX pay a reliable dividends?
See CPX dividend history and benchmarks| Capital Power dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | Sep 29 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Oct 30 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 18 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 49 days |
Does CPX pay a reliable dividends?
See CPX dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/09/10 23:01 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/09/10 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/06/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Capital Power Corporation is covered by 18 analysts. 7 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Nathan Heywood | ATB Cormark |
| Benjamin Pham | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Thomas Sellers Meric | Brean Capital Historical (Janney Montgomery) |