Capital Power is a leading power producer in North America, engaging in the development, acquisition, and operation of power generation facilities. The company owns approximately 5,100 MW of power generation capacity at 25 facilities.
Capital Power owns natural gas (55% of its portfolio), coal (27%) and renewable energy (18%) assets which are either merchant/ commercial/ contracted facilities or in construction. Its fleet of assets has an average age of 15 years with significant long lives.
The company also has a strong renewable pipeline including 1,200 MW of wind development in the U.S. Capital Power is focusing on Alberta for merchant power generation and pursuing contracted generation capacity throughout North America with nearly 900 MW of owned generation capacity being in advanced development in Alberta and Illinois.
Stock Chart & Metrics
- Ticker: tse:cpx
- Sector: Utilities
- Industry: Utilities - Independent Power Producers
- Market Cap: 4.28B
- Market Cap Group: Mid Cap
- P/E: 8.28
- Dividend Yield: 6.75%
- Grade: A
- Dividend Aristocrat: YES
- Chowder Score: Members Only
- Revenue Growth: Members Only
- Dividend Growth: Members Only
- Dividend Growth Fit: 6/10
- Dividend Income Fit: 9/10
Competitors
The competitive landscape is important as they compete for the same business. Below is the list of competitors in the same industry. While not displayed, a number of metrics you can also use to evaluate your picks are the Chowder Score, the Relative Strength Index (RSI), the Graham Number, and the Piotroski F-Score.
| Ticker | Ticker | Company | Market Cap | P/E | Yield | Aristocrat | Graph | SectorID | IndustryID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPX | TSE:CPX | Capital Power Corporation | 4.28 | 8.28 | 6.75 | YES | 1 | 12 | 105 |
| TA | TSE:TA | TransAlta | 3.43 | 5.16 | 1.99 | NO | 1 | 12 | 105 |
Top Picks by Bay Street Experts
Expert stock analysts have shared their opinions, and sometimes prediction, on the company.
For more top picks from stock analysts on Bay Street, check the full list of top picks by expect stock analysts from investment and asset management firms.
Not all analysts are equal and they don't cover the same type of stocks. The analysts performance and ownership is tracked for comparison.
Capital Power Corporation - FAQ
What is the stock ticker for Capital Power Corporation?
The stock ticker for Capital Power Corporation is TSE:cpx.
Is Capital Power Corporation a good stock to buy?
You need to consider your investment strategy and how TSE:cpx can fit in your portfolio.
The current dividend income score of 9/10 and dividend growth score of 6/10. Those 2 metrics together should help you decide the fit for your portfolio. Be it for income or for growth.
Is Capital Power Corporation a Buy, Sell or Hold?
The Dividend Snapshot Opportunity Score of 75 out of 100.
The score reflects the strength of a buy signal but it does not show a sell signal if it's low. The higher the better.
A sell signal is more difficult as it often relies on the reason you bought the stock in the first place.
How can I buy stocks for Capital Power Corporation?
You can easily buy the CPX stock with an online trading platform.
Just make sure the stock fits your risk profile and investment goals.