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ACEA SPA (DE:DCA)
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ACEA SPA (DCA) Price & Analysis

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€22.22
€0.13(0.72%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
€22.22
€0.13(0.72%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Regulated, Essential ServicesACEA's core businesses (integrated water cycle and electricity distribution) are concession- and regulation-driven utilities that supply essential services. That regulatory revenue base and municipal contracts create durable, predictable cash flows and high customer stickiness over multi-year concession cycles.
Strong Reported ProfitabilityA ~21% net margin and materially improved operating profitability suggest ACEA can extract structural operating leverage across regulated and market activities. Sustained margins support reinvestment capacity and resilience to cyclical swings in wholesale markets if margin drivers are maintained across core networks and retail operations.
High ROE And Equity Build-upROE near 25% and a growing equity base indicate management has delivered strong returns on invested capital. This combination supports internal funding for regulated capex and dividend capacity over time, and reduces reliance on external capital if cash conversion stabilizes.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageDebt around 2.0x equity is high for a utility profile, reducing financial flexibility for rate-funded capex or acquisitions. Higher leverage increases refinancing and interest-rate risk, making the company more sensitive to funding conditions and potentially constraining strategic investment over the medium term.
Weak Free Cash Flow ConversionOperating cash generation is described as healthy but free cash flow is small and volatile, implying heavy reinvestment or working capital strain. Persistent weak FCF relative to profits risks pressure on dividends, debt reduction and capital expenditure funding without relying on new debt or equity issuance.
Revenue VolatilityHistorical revenue swings and recent declines indicate exposure to volatile market or mix effects in competitive businesses (generation/retail) and timing of regulated adjustments. This variability complicates cash planning and can erode margin sustainability if adverse market conditions persist.

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What was ACEA SPA’s price range in the past 12 months?
ACEA SPA lowest stock price was €18.78 and its highest was €26.04 in the past 12 months.
    What is ACEA SPA’s market cap?
    ACEA SPA’s market cap is €4.48B.
      When is ACEA SPA’s upcoming earnings report date?
      ACEA SPA’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 13, 2026 which is in 99 days.
        How were ACEA SPA’s earnings last quarter?
        Currently, no data Available
        Is ACEA SPA overvalued?
        According to Wall Street analysts ACEA SPA’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
          Does ACEA SPA pay dividends?
          ACEA SPA does not currently pay dividends.
          What is ACEA SPA’s EPS estimate?
          ACEA SPA’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
          How many shares outstanding does ACEA SPA have?
          ACEA SPA has 212,964,890 shares outstanding.
            What happened to ACEA SPA’s price movement after its last earnings report?
            Currently, no data Available
            Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of ACEA SPA?
            Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:DCA
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              Company Description

              ACEA SPA

              ACEA S.p.A., an Italian multi-utility company established in Rome in 1909, conducts its operations through various subsidiaries across Italy and internationally. Its Environmental segment encompasses waste treatment and disposal, overseeing waste-to-energy and composting facilities in regions such as Lazio, Umbria, and Tuscany. It also manages plastic recycling plants in Piedmont and Valle d'Aosta, contributing to energy production from waste materials. The Commercial and Trading division is responsible for the sale and supply of electricity and natural gas. Through its Water segment, ACEA provides comprehensive drinking water services, from collection and discharge to retail and wholesale distribution. This segment caters to approximately 9 million customers, managing integrated water systems in Rome, Frosinone, and numerous other localities across Lazio, Tuscany, Umbria, Molise, and Campania. The Energy Infrastructure sector operates hydroelectric, photovoltaic, and thermoelectric power plants in Lazio, Umbria, and Abruzzo. It also handles public and artistic lighting solutions and distributes around 10 TWh of electricity. The Engineering and Services segment focuses on the research, design, construction, and ongoing management of integrated water systems. Finally, the Abroad segment extends the company's water management expertise to Latin America.

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