Canadian Utilities Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 0/6
Canadian Utilities's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -4.5%, while the Integrated Utilities industry saw earnings growing at 7.1% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 1.2% per year. Canadian Utilities's return on equity is 1.8%, and it has net margins of 0.8%.
Key information
-4.51%
Earnings growth rate
-4.60%
EPS growth rate
| Integrated Utilities Industry Growth | 8.06% |
| Revenue growth rate | 1.21% |
| Return on equity | 1.75% |
| Net Margin | 0.81% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 04
CU: Higher Margins And Tighter Expectations Will Shape A Steady Forward Profile
Analysts have lifted the average price target for Canadian Utilities to about CA$50.71 from CA$48.43, citing updated views on long term profitability and valuation, including higher projected profit margins and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research reports point to a tighter range of price targets clustered around the new average of about CA$50.71, with several firms lifting their individual targets by CA$1 to CA$4.Analysis Article • May 14
Canadian Utilities' (TSE:CU) Soft Earnings Don't Show The Whole Picture
Soft earnings didn't appear to concern Canadian Utilities Limited's ( TSE:CU ) shareholders over the last week. We did...Narrative Update • Apr 19
CU: Higher Income And Tight Range Will Shape A Steady Forward Profile
Narrative Update on Canadian Utilities Analyst price targets for Canadian Utilities have narrowed to a CA$47 to CA$49 range. This reflects updated views from several firms that maintain ratings such as Hold, Sector Perform, Market Perform, or Neutral, while adjusting for current fair value and P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Apr 01
CU: Higher Income And Tight Range Will Support A Steady Future Profile
Analyst price targets for Canadian Utilities have moved higher into a CA$47 to CA$49 range, as several firms cite updated views on the company that support a modest upward revision to the fair value estimate of CA$48.43. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster in a tight CA$47 to CA$49 range, which lines up with the consolidated fair value estimate around CA$48.43.Narrative Update • Mar 18
CU: Higher Income And Tight Price Range Will Support A Steady Defensive Profile
The analyst fair value estimate for Canadian Utilities has been raised from CA$47.00 to approximately CA$48.43. This change reflects a series of recent price target increases into the CA$47 to CA$49 range as analysts reassess the stock's outlook.Narrative Update • Mar 03
CU: Higher Income And Stable Outlook Will Support A Defensive Yet Balanced Profile
Analysts have lifted their average price target for Canadian Utilities to CA$47.00 from CA$42.71, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples in line with recent target increases from several Canadian banks. Analyst Commentary Recent price target updates for Canadian Utilities cluster in a tight CA$47 to CA$49 range, with most analysts keeping mid range ratings such as Hold, Sector Perform, Market Perform and Neutral.Analysis Article • Feb 04
Canadian Utilities' (TSE:CU) Dividend Will Be Increased To CA$0.4623
The board of Canadian Utilities Limited ( TSE:CU ) has announced that it will be paying its dividend of CA$0.4623 on...Narrative Update • Jan 25
CU: Dividend Increases And Neutral Outlook Will Support A Defensive Yet Balanced Profile
Analysts have nudged their average price target for Canadian Utilities higher by C$0.14 to C$42.71. This reflects a series of recent target increases into the C$40 to C$44 range as they factor in updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E.Analysis Article • Jan 15
Canadian Utilities (TSE:CU) Is Increasing Its Dividend To CA$0.4623
Canadian Utilities Limited ( TSE:CU ) has announced that it will be increasing its periodic dividend on the 1st of...Narrative Update • Jan 11
CU: Regulated Earnings And Dividend Growth Will Support A Defensive Yet Balanced Outlook
Analysts have nudged their expectations higher, with recent Street research lifting Canadian Utilities price targets into the C$40 to C$44 range. This reflects updated views on regulated utility stability, power market trends and the role of regulated exposure as a defensive hedge.Narrative Update • Dec 24
CU: Steadier Regulated Earnings Will Support Defensive Profile Amid Modest Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged our fair value estimate for Canadian Utilities modestly higher to about C$42.60 from roughly C$41.40, reflecting a series of recent price target increases across the Street and slightly improved long term profitability and earnings multiple assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research has turned incrementally more constructive on Canadian Utilities, with multiple firms nudging price targets higher in a tight C$40 to C$44 range.Analysis Article • Dec 19
Canadian Utilities Limited (TSE:CU) Not Flying Under The Radar
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 21.5x Canadian Utilities Limited ( TSE:CU ) may be sending bearish signals...Narrative Update • Dec 10
CU: Incremental Rate Benefits Will Support Defensive Profile Amid Fair Valuation
Analysts have nudged their price target for Canadian Utilities modestly higher, reflecting a series of incremental target increases across the Street to roughly C$41 to C$44, as they cite resilient regulated utility performance despite a more volatile macro and rate backdrop. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see the steady drumbeat of price target increases, from the low C$40s to the mid C$40s, as validation that Canadian Utilities execution in its regulated businesses is tracking at or slightly ahead of expectations.Narrative Update • Nov 26
CU: Regulated Segment Performance And New Rate Impact Will Support Defensive Position
Canadian Utilities’ average analyst price target saw a modest increase to approximately C$41.43, with analysts citing stable outlooks for regulated utilities. Recent target hikes reflect expectations for steady earnings and defensive positioning amid ongoing sector volatility.Narrative Update • Nov 12
CU: Earnings Stability And Regulated Strength Will Offset Near-Term Market Volatility
Analysts have increased their average price target for Canadian Utilities from C$40.14 to C$41.43. They cite solid regulated results and modest improvements in revenue growth, despite ongoing market volatility.Analysis Article • Nov 06
Canadian Utilities (TSE:CU) Has Some Difficulty Using Its Capital Effectively
What underlying fundamental trends can indicate that a company might be in decline? When we see a declining return on...Analysis Article • Jul 17
Canadian Utilities (TSE:CU) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of CA$0.4577
The board of Canadian Utilities Limited ( TSE:CU ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of CA$0.4577 per share on...Analysis Article • Jul 10
Does Canadian Utilities (TSE:CU) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...New Narrative • Jun 29
CAD 58 Billion Investment Will Expand Alberta Energy Infrastructure
Significant investments in regulated utility assets and infrastructure support steady revenue growth and resilience, driven by rising demand and a gradual energy transition.Analysis Article • Jun 14
Returns On Capital At Canadian Utilities (TSE:CU) Paint A Concerning Picture
When we're researching a company, it's sometimes hard to find the warning signs, but there are some financial metrics...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Canadian Utilities makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 3,689 | 30 | 383 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 3,690 | 42 | 394 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 3,700 | 534 | 412 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 3,718 | 446 | 412 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 3,736 | 397 | 465 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 3,742 | 403 | 450 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 3,735 | 424 | 443 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 3,737 | 537 | 444 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 3,756 | 580 | 392 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 3,796 | 630 | 393 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 3,929 | 589 | 389 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 4,015 | 573 | 379 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 4,069 | 621 | 372 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 4,048 | 557 | 375 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 3,969 | 592 | 373 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 3,861 | 558 | 374 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 3,718 | 413 | 378 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 3,515 | 328 | 366 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 3,368 | 255 | 353 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 3,305 | 274 | 343 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 3,255 | 341 | 352 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 3,233 | 360 | 346 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 3,281 | 407 | 346 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 3,439 | 600 | 347 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 3,601 | 827 | 340 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 3,905 | 884 | 348 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 4,011 | 989 | 369 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 4,116 | 907 | 367 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 4,181 | 605 | 414 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 4,377 | 567 | 428 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 4,550 | 413 | 451 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 4,490 | 306 | 454 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 4,465 | 398 | 403 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 4,085 | 447 | 381 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 3,891 | 541 | 395 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 3,739 | 570 | 398 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 3,553 | 588 | 408 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 3,399 | 552 | 416 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 3,246 | 402 | 464 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 3,173 | 370 | 482 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 3,197 | 309 | 488 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 3,264 | 296 | 504 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 3,328 | 405 | 464 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 3,425 | 542 | 479 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: CU has a large one-off loss of CA$538.0M impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.
Growing Profit Margin: CU's current net profit margins (0.8%) are lower than last year (10.6%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: CU's earnings have declined by 4.5% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: CU's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: CU had negative earnings growth (-92.4%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Integrated Utilities industry average (8.6%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: CU's Return on Equity (1.8%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/09 08:28 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/09 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| 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.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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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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Analyst Sources
Canadian Utilities Limited is covered by 10 analysts. 6 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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| Ross Fowler | Barclays |
| Benjamin Pham | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Robert Hastings | Canaccord Genuity |