Central Puerto Q2 2026 EBITDA jumps 136% on higher contracted sales

Argentina’s largest private power generator, Central Puerto SA, reported a 136% year-over-year surge in second-quarter 2026 EBITDA, the company said in its latest investor presentation.

The increase was primarily attributed to higher contracted sales volumes, which offset volatility in spot market pricing. Central Puerto operates a diversified portfolio of thermal and renewable generation assets in Argentina, supplying both regulated and free-market customers.

The company did not disclose absolute EBITDA figures in the presentation, but the 136% rise follows a low base in the same period last year, when Argentina’s energy sector faced operational and regulatory headwinds. Contracted sales, which provide revenue visibility, accounted for the majority of the growth, while merchant power prices remained relatively stable during the quarter.

Central Puerto’s installed capacity stands at approximately 5,700 MW, with a mix of gas-fired plants, hydroelectric facilities, and wind projects. The company has been expanding its renewable energy footprint in recent years, though thermal generation remains its core business.

Analysts tracking the Argentine power sector noted that the EBITDA rebound reflects broader stabilization in domestic energy markets, supported by government measures aimed at improving cash-flow predictability for generators. However, risks remain tied to currency depreciation and regulatory adjustments that could impact future pricing structures.

The company’s shares were not actively traded during the period referenced, and no immediate market reaction was observed in the presentation materials.