Corporate News Report: Central Puerto S.A.

Central Puerto S.A. (ticker CEPU) closed the trading day on Wednesday, 21 March 2026, down 3.02 % at 11:19 AM Central European Time. The stock is currently priced at approximately USD 12.25 on major exchanges. With a circulating supply of 149.9 million shares, the company’s market capitalization sits at USD 1.9 billion. In the past 24 hours, roughly USD 3.5 million worth of shares traded, reflecting a modest liquidity profile relative to its overall market presence.

Recent Market Movements

The 200‑day simple moving average, a key technical indicator, is positioned at USD 14.81, well above the current trading price. Over the past year, the share price peaked at USD 18.50 on 12 April 2025, while the lowest point recorded was USD 8.57 on 22 October 2025. The recent decline of 6.28 % since the end of last month underscores a broader downward trend in the utility sector, albeit within a relatively stable trading environment.

Recent Corporate Filings

In October 2026, Central Puerto filed two Form 6‑K reports with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Both documents disclose that the company and its subsidiary, Proener S.A.U., acquired treasury shares on the Buenos Aires market. While the volume of these purchases was modest—constituting less than 25 % of the average daily trading volume over the preceding ninety days—they are notable as a signal of the company’s confidence in its own valuation. The filings detail transaction dates, share quantities, and average purchase prices but do not indicate any substantial alteration to the company’s capital structure or market standing.

Peer Performance Snapshot

The past 24 hours have seen mixed fortunes for Central Puerto’s peers:

  • Cresud S.A. (CRESY): Down 1.76 %, trading at USD 11.15, with a market cap of USD 817.1 million and a P/E ratio of 6.59.
  • Loma Negra Cía Ind. (LOMA): Down 2.53 %, priced at USD 9.65, market cap of USD 1.2 billion, and a high P/E of 35.44.
  • Grupo Supervielle (SUPV): Up 0.56 %, trading at USD 7.15, market cap of USD 682.3 million.
  • Emp Distrib. Y Comerc. Nor. (EDN): Down 2.68 %, priced at USD 18.86, market cap of USD 971 million, P/E of 5.35.
  • Bioceres Crop (BIOX): Down 1.18 %, trading at USD 0.25, market cap of USD 16.2 million.

These movements suggest a sector-wide sensitivity to macroeconomic signals, particularly inflationary pressures and energy policy developments in Argentina.

Company Overview

Central Puerto S.A. is a Buenos Aires‑based utility that owns and operates thermoelectric generation plants. The company supplies electricity to the Buenos Aires region and engages in natural gas exploration and development. Founded in 2018 with its initial public offering on February 2 , the company has steadily expanded its operational footprint while maintaining a focus on sustainable energy generation. Central Puerto’s website, www.centralpuerto.com , provides detailed insights into its projects, financial performance, and corporate governance practices.

This report consolidates recent trading data, corporate disclosures, and peer performance to provide stakeholders with a comprehensive view of Central Puerto’s current position within the Argentine energy sector.