Iberdrola reaches close to 125,000 million capitalization on its 125th anniversary
Iberdrola has touched the milestone of 125,000 million in stock market value at the beginning of 2026, the year that marks the 125th anniversary of the birth of the company in Bilbao Iberian Hydroelectricthe seed of the company that gave rise to the creation of Iberdrola in 1992.
The company, which is at historical highs, appreciated by nearly 40% in 2025, closing its fourth consecutive year on the rise after the 2020 pandemic.
In fact, Iberdrola is now the first utility in Europe by capitalization and the second largest in the world.
Hidroelectrica Ibérica was founded in Bilbao on July 19, 1901 by the engineer Juan de Urrutia and with capital from the Banco de Vizcaya. Then came its merger with Duero Falls in 1944 and subsequent merger with Hidroeléctrica Española in 1992 to form Iberdrola.
To continue growing, your Strategic Plan for 2025-2028 It foresees 58 billion euros in investments, with 65% allocated to networks mainly in the United Kingdom and the United States.
This plan foresees a 40% growth in the regulated asset base of electrical networks until reaching the 70 billion in 2028consolidating Iberdrola as a leader in critical infrastructure. In addition, it foresees that the gross operating profit (Ebitda) will exceed 20,000 million in 2028.
During 2025, Iberdrola reinforced its global position with major strategic moves. Thus, it closed the purchase of Electricity North West (ENW) in the United Kingdom and increased its participation in Neoenergía in Brazil, strengthening its regulated networks business.
