EDP published half year results which were in line with expectations, with EBITDA decreasing 3% yoy to €2,067m and operating profit reaching €1,327m, down 8% yoy due mainly to €744m of impairment charges. Moreover, higher financial expenses (+12% yoy) and a higher effective tax rate (at 27% vs 18% previously) have plunged the attributable net profit of the group to a 20% yoy decrease to reach €472m, below the €482m expected by the market, which has been partially offs
29 Jul 2016
Guidance upgraded after outstanding adjusted first-half performance
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Guidance upgraded after outstanding adjusted first-half performance
EDP-Energias de Portugal SA (EDP:FRA) | 0 0 1.5% | Mkt Cap: 10,242m
- Published:
29 Jul 2016 -
Author:
Juan Camilo Rodriguez -
Pages:
3
EDP published half year results which were in line with expectations, with EBITDA decreasing 3% yoy to €2,067m and operating profit reaching €1,327m, down 8% yoy due mainly to €744m of impairment charges. Moreover, higher financial expenses (+12% yoy) and a higher effective tax rate (at 27% vs 18% previously) have plunged the attributable net profit of the group to a 20% yoy decrease to reach €472m, below the €482m expected by the market, which has been partially offs