To assess Iberdrola’s suitability for issuing hybrid bonds, we look at several key credit and equity factors. **Profitability and Coverage** - Revenue for 2022 was €53,949 million, up from €39,114 million in 2021. - EBITDA rose to €13,228 million from €12,006 million. - Profit from operating activities increased to €7,984 million. - Finance costs were €3,042 million, giving strong interest coverage (EBITDA/Finance Costs ≈ 4.35x). **Capital Structure and Leverage** - Total equity is €58,114 million, with €41,119 million attributable to the parent. - Non-current financial liabilities are €44,216 million, and current financial liabilities are €25,079 million. - The equity base, plus existing perpetual obligations treated as equity (shown in reserves movements), supports additional subordination layers. **Cash Flow Strength** - Cash flow from operating activities is €10,443 million, well exceeding investment needs (investing cash outflows of €10,154 million were largely capex). - Free cash flow after dividends and interest is positive enough to service hybrid coupons. **Regulatory and Business Profile** - Iberdrola is a large, regulated utility with stable cash flows, making it a typical issuer of hybrids for rating agency equity credit. **Existing Hybrid Issuances** - The data shows movements in perpetual subordinated obligations (“Emision de Obligaciones Perpetuas Subordinadas” and related interest), meaning the company already has hybrid-like instruments and experience in this market. Given the robust coverage, solid cash flow, large equity base, and positive market/regulatory profile, the company is clearly suitable. Strongly Suitable