Canadian Utilities Valuation

CU Stock  CAD 44.07  0.06  0.14%   
At this time, the firm appears to be fairly valued. Canadian Utilities shows a prevailing Real Value of C$42.92 per share. The current price of the firm is C$44.07. Our model approximates the value of Canadian Utilities from analyzing the firm fundamentals such as Profit Margin of 0.17 %, current valuation of 24.71 B, and Return On Equity of 0.0873 as well as examining its technical indicators and probability of bankruptcy. Key fundamental drivers impacting Canadian Utilities' valuation include:
Price Book
2.2239
Enterprise Value
24.7 B
Enterprise Value Ebitda
12.2793
Price Sales
3.2387
Forward PE
17.6056
Fairly Valued
Today
44.07
Please note that Canadian Utilities' price fluctuation is very steady at this time. Calculation of the real value of Canadian Utilities is based on 3 months time horizon. Increasing Canadian Utilities' time horizon generally increases the accuracy of value calculation and significantly improves the predictive power of the methodology used.
Since Canadian Utilities is currently traded on the exchange, buyers and sellers on that exchange determine the market value of Canadian Stock. However, Canadian Utilities' intrinsic value may or may not be the same as its current market price, in which case there is an opportunity to profit from the mispricing, assuming the market price will eventually merge with its intrinsic value.
Historical Market  44.07 Real  42.92 Hype  44.06 Naive  44.41
The intrinsic value of Canadian Utilities' stock can be calculated using various methods such as discounted cash flow analysis, price-to-earnings ratio, or price-to-book ratio. That value may differ from its current market price, which is determined by supply and demand factors such as investor sentiment, market trends, news, and other external factors that may influence Canadian Utilities' stock price. It is important to note that the real value of any stock may change over time based on changes in the company's performance.
42.91
Real Value
48.48
Upside
Estimating the potential upside or downside of Canadian Utilities Limited helps investors to forecast how Canadian stock's addition to their portfolios will impact the overall performance. We also use other valuation drivers to help us estimate the true value of Canadian Utilities more accurately as focusing exclusively on Canadian Utilities' fundamentals will not take into account other important factors:
Earnings
Estimates
LowProjectedHigh
0.590.720.61
Details
Hype
Prediction
LowEstimatedHigh
43.2444.0644.88
Details
Potential
Annual Dividend
LowForecastedHigh
0.150.150.15
Details
Traditionally, analysts and sophisticated investors use multiple methods for valuing a cash-flow-generating entity or its stock. For example, some money managers use Canadian Utilities' intrinsic value based on its ongoing forecasts of Canadian Utilities' financial statements. In contrast, other private, professional wealth advisors use a multiplier approach by looking to relative value analysis against Canadian Utilities' closest peers.

Canadian Utilities Cash

186.82 Million

Canadian Utilities Total Value Analysis

Canadian Utilities Limited is currently anticipated to have takeover price of 24.71 B with market capitalization of 11.98 B, debt of 11.11 B, and cash on hands of 911 M. Please note that takeover price may be misleading and is a subject to mistakes in financial statements. We encourage investors to thoroughly investigate all of the Canadian Utilities fundamentals before making investing decisions based on enterprise value of the company
  Takeover PriceMarket CapDebt ObligationsCash
24.71 B
11.98 B
11.11 B
911 M

Canadian Utilities Investor Information

About 16.0% of the company shares are held by institutions such as insurance companies. The book value of Canadian Utilities was currently reported as 19.79. The company last dividend was issued on the 5th of February 2026. Canadian Utilities had 2:1 split on the 17th of June 2013. Based on the key indicators related to Canadian Utilities' liquidity, profitability, solvency, and operating efficiency, Canadian Utilities Limited is doing better financially today then in previous quarter. It has a moderate probability of reporting better financial numbers in March.
Current ValueLast YearChange From Last Year 10 Year Trend
Operating Profit Margin0.330.2846
Fairly Up
Slightly volatile
Total Cash From Operating Activities1.2 B2.2 B
Way Down
Slightly volatile
Operating Income794.1 M958.5 M
Significantly Down
Slightly volatile

Canadian Utilities Asset Utilization

The asset utilization indicator refers to the revenue earned for every dollar of assets a company currently reports. Canadian Utilities has an asset utilization ratio of 15.73 percent. This suggests that the Company is making C$0.16 for each dollar of assets. An increasing asset utilization means that Canadian Utilities Limited is more efficient with each dollar of assets it utilizes for everyday operations.
 
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Canadian Utilities Profitability Analysis

Based on Canadian Utilities' profitability indicators, Canadian Utilities Limited is yielding more profit at this time then in previous quarter. It has a moderate probability of reporting better profitability numbers in March. Profitability indicators assess Canadian Utilities' ability to earn profits and add value for shareholders.
 
Net Income  
First Reported
1993-03-31
Previous Quarter
111 M
Current Value
100 M
Quarterly Volatility
63.3 M
 
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At this time, Canadian Utilities' Pretax Profit Margin is very stable compared to the past year. As of the 1st of February 2026, Operating Profit Margin is likely to grow to 0.33, while Gross Profit is likely to drop about 1.5 B.
Current ValueLast YearChange From Last Year 10 Year Trend
Gross Profit Margin0.320.35
Significantly Down
Slightly volatile
Net Profit Margin0.110.12
Significantly Down
Slightly volatile
Operating Profit Margin0.330.2846
Fairly Up
Slightly volatile
Pretax Profit Margin0.160.15
Notably Up
Slightly volatile
Return On Assets0.04460.0232
Way Up
Slightly volatile
Return On Equity0.130.0799
Way Up
Slightly volatile
For Canadian Utilities profitability analysis, we use financial ratios and fundamental drivers that measure the ability of Canadian Utilities to generate income relative to revenue, assets, operating costs, and current equity. These fundamental indicators attest to how well Canadian Utilities utilizes its assets to generate profit and value for its shareholders. The profitability module also shows relationships between Canadian Utilities's most relevant fundamental drivers. It provides multiple suggestions of what could affect the performance of Canadian Utilities over time as well as its relative position and ranking within its peers.

Canadian Utilities Earnings per Share Projection vs Actual

By analyzing Canadian Utilities' earnings estimates, investors can diagnose different trends across Canadian Utilities' analyst sentiment over time as well as compare current EPS estimates against different timeframes. Please be aware that the consensus of earnings estimates for Canadian Utilities Limited is based on EPS before non-recurring items and includes expenses related to employee stock options.
 
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Canadian Utilities is projected to generate 0.72 in earnings per share on the 31st of December 2025. Canadian Utilities earnings estimates show analyst consensus about projected Canadian Utilities EPS (Earning Per Share). It derives the highest and the lowest estimates based on Canadian Utilities' historical volatility. Many public companies, such as Canadian Utilities, manage the perception of their earnings on a regular basis to make sure that analyst estimates are accurate. Future earnings calculations are also an essential input when attempting to value a firm.

Canadian Utilities Ownership Allocation

Canadian Utilities holds a total of 205.32 Million outstanding shares. Almost 83.32 percent of Canadian Utilities outstanding shares are held by general public with 0.32 (percent) owned by insiders and only 16.36 % by other corporate entities. Please note that no matter how many assets the company secures, if the real value of the firm is less than the current market value, you may not be able to make money on it.

Canadian Utilities Profitability Analysis

The company reported the revenue of 3.74 B. Net Income was 491 M with profit before overhead, payroll, taxes, and interest of 2.62 B.

Canadian Utilities Past Distributions to stockholders

About Canadian Utilities Valuation

We use absolute and relative valuation methodologies to arrive at the intrinsic value of Canadian Utilities Limited. In general, an absolute valuation paradigm, as applied to this company, attempts to find the value of Canadian Utilities based exclusively on its fundamental and basic technical indicators. By analyzing Canadian Utilities's financials, quarterly and monthly indicators, and their related drivers, we attempt to find the most accurate representation of Canadian Utilities's intrinsic value. As compared to an absolute model, our relative valuation model uses a comparative analysis of Canadian Utilities. We calculate exposure to Canadian Utilities's market risk, different technical and fundamental indicators, and relevant financial multiples and ratios and then compare them to those of Canadian Utilities's related companies.
Last ReportedProjected for Next Year
Gross Profit1.7 B1.5 B
Pretax Profit Margin 0.15  0.16 
Operating Profit Margin 0.28  0.33 
Net Profit Margin 0.12  0.11 
Gross Profit Margin 0.35  0.32 

Canadian Utilities Quarterly Retained Earnings

4.04 Billion

Other Information on Investing in Canadian Stock

Canadian Utilities financial ratios help investors to determine whether Canadian Stock is cheap or expensive when compared to a particular measure, such as profits or enterprise value. In other words, they help investors to determine the cost of investment in Canadian with respect to the benefits of owning Canadian Utilities security.