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Release Date: August 14, 2026
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
Positive Points
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EBITDA grew 17.4% year-over-year to R$3,556 million in Q2 2026, driven by strong distribution performance.
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Energy consumption in the concession area grew 4%, led by a 10.7% increase in commercial demand and a 35% surge in data center consumption.
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Tariff readjustment of 8.8% positively impacted distribution results, contributing R$290 million to EBITDA.
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CPFL expressed interest in adhering to the MMM's commitment agreement for curtailment compensation, which is expected to bring clarity and reduce future surprises.
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The company maintains a robust investment pace, with R$1.5 billion in CapEx in Q2 and a full-year target of R$6.4 billion, focused on distribution and transmission expansion.
Negative Points
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Delinquency rose to 1.8%, up 0.82 percentage points year-over-year, reflecting a challenging macroeconomic environment and high household indebtedness.
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Wind generation performance was weak due to lower wind volumes and curtailment, negatively impacting generation EBITDA by R$135 million.
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Curtailment levels remained high at approximately 25%, with no improvement compared to the previous year, pressuring renewable energy results.
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Manufacturing energy consumption was flat at 0.9% growth, indicating difficulty in industrial uptake in the concession area.
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The company faces ongoing challenges with power cuts and loss control, with expectations that delinquency will remain a significant issue through 2026 and 2027.
Q & A Highlights
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Q: What are the company's expectations regarding regulatory discussions with ANEEL, particularly on the X Factor, operational cost subsidies, and the free market decree? A: Jairo Gibahos (Distribution area) stated that discussions with ANEEL are ongoing, especially regarding the X Factor and operational cost subsidies. They are awaiting the opening of public hearings related to the free market decree published recently. The company aims to conclude these discussions in the second semester to apply changes to tariffs in 2027. Additionally, in generation, key topics include the conclusion of the public hearing on priority of cuts and the expected opening of discussions on Resolution 1,030, which regulates curtailment.
Q: Will CPFL participate in the upcoming battery storage auction, and what is the company's view on the curtailment commitment agreement? A: Gustavo Estella (CEO) confirmed that CPFL has been developing battery projects and intends to participate in the December auction, despite high competition with over 6,000 projects registered. Regarding curtailment, the company has expressed interest in adhering to the MME's commitment agreement, finding the conditions reasonable. They are awaiting final numbers to sign definitively, with expectations that Resolution 1,030 will bring clarity on the retroactive period.
Q: Is there a possibility of CPFL taking over the distribution of ENEL in the metropolitan area of Sao Paulo? A: Gustavo Estella (CEO) responded that the asset is not for sale and operations continue with ANEEL. However, as one of the largest companies controlled by the largest energy company globally, CPFL would always evaluate any distribution or transmission asset that comes to market. Currently, there is no open process or mobilization regarding this specific asset.
Q: What is driving the growth in energy consumption, and how sustainable is this trend? A: Gustavo Estella (CEO) highlighted a 4% growth in energy consumption, led by the low-tension market, particularly residential and commercial segments. A significant driver is the 35% growth in data center consumption in their concession area. The company expects this growth to continue as new projects are implemented, providing a positive outlook for sustained results.
Q: How is the company addressing the challenging delinquency scenario, and what are the expectations for 2026 and 2027? A: Gustavo Estella (CEO) noted that delinquency remains a challenge, with rates at 1.8%, stable compared to Q1 but up from 0.82% in Q2 2025. The main tool is power cuts, though there were challenges in Q2 due to competing teams. The company expects improvements in Q3 and Q4, but acknowledges that delinquency will remain a significant challenge for both 2026 and 2027, requiring sustained efforts in cutting and collection.
Q: What were the main drivers of the 17.4% EBITDA growth in Q2 2026? A: Thiago Ahira (Director of Corporate Finance) explained that distribution was the main growth vector, contributing R$2,003.1 million, a growth of 11.4%. Generation added R$767 million, transmission contributed R$229 million, and services and others reached R$88 million, a growth of 60.6%. Key drivers included tariff readjustments, market growth, and improved client mix, partially offset by PMSO and delinquency impacts.
Q: How is the company managing its leverage and debt profile given the increased CapEx? A: Thiago Ahira (Director of Corporate Finance) reported a leverage of 2.36 times, with net debt at R$32.5 billion. In July, the company secured fundings with the controlling shareholder of almost R$2 billion at an average cost of CDI + 0.29% per year. The debt is 70% indexed to CDI, and with falling interest rates, the nominal cost has decreased quarter by quarter. Cash coverage stands at 0.71 times short-term amortization, with an average debt tenor of 4.57 years.
Q: What is the outlook for wind generation performance and curtailment impacts? A: Gustavo Estella (CEO) acknowledged two challenges: lower wind volumes compared to 2025 and curtailment levels of around 25%. Availability closed at 92.7% due to maintenance at some wind farms. The company expects improved availability in the next quarter, especially in 2027, and is actively engaging with regulators to mitigate curtailment impacts.
Q: How is CPFL preparing for climate-related events, such as the severe storm in Ribeirao Preto? A: Gustavo Estella (CEO) highlighted the company's mobilization capacity, noting that over 330,000 clients were disconnected during the storm, but nearly all were reconnected over the weekend with over 300 teams working 24 hours. With expectations of a strong El Nino in the second semester, the company is enhancing resilience and preparedness to respond quickly to such events, which are becoming more recurrent due to climate change.
Q: What are the key investment priorities and CapEx execution plans for 2026? A: Thiago Ahira (Director of Corporate Finance) stated that CapEx remains robust at R$1.5 billion in Q2, with expectations to close the year at R$6.4 billion. Distribution accounts for 80% of investments, followed by transmission at 27.1%, with a focus on network improvement and expansion. Generation investments are focused on maintenance. The company maintains a strong execution rhythm to support growth and regulatory compliance.
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
