What one share of CenterPoint Energy holds
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CenterPoint Energy’s numbers from its SEC filings, divided by its shares. Results cover the last 12 months to 2026-03-31; the balance sheet is as of 2026-03-31.
| Sales | $14.32 |
|---|---|
| Profit | $1.63 |
| Capex (buildings and equipment) | $7.65 |
| Free cash flow | −$4.07 |
| Dividends | $0.89 |
| Cash and investments | $1.83 |
| Debt | $34.36 |
| Book value | $17.50 |
Per share by fiscal year
| Year | Sales | Profit | Capex | Free cash | Dividends | Book value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | $28.02 | $1.15 | $3.24 | −$0.99 | — | $5.27 |
| 2008 | $32.96 | $1.30 | — | — | $0.73 | $6.01 |
| 2009 | $22.52 | $1.01 | $3.15 | $1.85 | $0.76 | $6.74 |
| 2010 | $21.28 | $1.07 | $3.66 | −$0.30 | $0.78 | $7.53 |
| 2011 | $19.71 | $3.17 | $3.04 | $1.36 | $0.79 | $9.91 |
| 2012 | $17.34 | $0.97 | $2.82 | $1.51 | $0.81 | $10.06 |
| 2013 | $18.81 | $0.72 | $2.98 | $0.76 | $0.83 | $10.10 |
| 2014 | $21.37 | $1.42 | $3.18 | $0.06 | $0.95 | $10.58 |
| 2015 | $17.17 | −$1.61 | $3.68 | $0.66 | $0.99 | $8.04 |
| 2016 | $17.36 | $1.00 | $3.26 | $1.17 | $1.03 | $8.03 |
| 2017 | $22.14 | $4.13 | $3.28 | −$0.02 | $1.35 | $10.88 |
| 2018 | $13.87 | $0.74 | $3.65 | $1.07 | $1.12 | $16.08 |
| 2019 | $14.97 | $1.33 | $4.96 | −$1.72 | $0.86 | $13.18 |
| 2020 | $13.97 | −$1.79 | $4.89 | −$1.13 | — | $10.86 |
| 2021 | $13.69 | $2.28 | $5.19 | −$5.15 | — | $13.71 |
| 2022 | $14.74 | $1.59 | $6.99 | −$4.13 | $0.72 | $14.70 |
| 2023 | $13.73 | $1.37 | $6.95 | −$0.83 | $0.78 | $15.31 |
| 2024 | $13.42 | $1.58 | $7.01 | −$3.69 | $0.83 | $16.37 |
| 2025 | $14.27 | $1.60 | $7.43 | −$3.64 | $0.89 | $17.08 |
Common questions about CenterPoint Energy
How much does one share of CenterPoint Energy earn?
Over the last 12 months, each share of CenterPoint Energy earned $1.63 of profit on $14.32 of sales, keeping about 11¢ of every $1 (profit margin).
Does CenterPoint Energy pay a dividend?
Yes. CenterPoint Energy paid $0.89 per share in dividends over the last 12 months. That’s about 55¢ of each $1 of profit (payout ratio).
What is CenterPoint Energy’s book value per share?
CenterPoint Energy’s book value is $17.50 per share: what would be left for each share if it sold everything at the values on its books and paid every debt, as of March 31, 2026.
How much cash and debt does each share of CenterPoint Energy have?
Each share of CenterPoint Energy has $1.83 of cash and investments and $34.36 of debt, as of March 31, 2026.
What is CenterPoint Energy’s free cash flow per share?
−$4.07 per share over the last 12 months. Free cash flow is the cash left over after spending on buildings and equipment.
How has CenterPoint Energy’s profit per share changed over time?
Profit per share went from $1.15 in 2007 to $1.60 in 2025, growing about 1.9% a year (adjusted for stock splits).
Has CenterPoint Energy bought back shares?
CenterPoint Energy’s share count rose about 91% from 2007 to 2025. That dilution means each share owns a smaller slice of the company.
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