Iberdrola appears suitable to issue hybrid bonds. Key positives: - Very large, established utility group with substantial asset base: total assets were EUR 154.7bn at 2022 year-end. - Strong operating cash generation: operating cash flow was EUR 10.4bn in 2022, up from EUR 8.1bn in 2021. - Solid profitability: EBITDA was EUR 13.2bn and operating profit EUR 8.0bn in 2022. - Positive net income attributable to parent: EUR 4.3bn in 2022, up from EUR 3.9bn in 2021. - Large equity base: total equity was EUR 58.1bn, including EUR 41.1bn attributable to owners of the parent. - The company already has experience with hybrid-like/perpetual subordinated instruments: there were issuances of perpetual subordinated obligations in 2021 and related interest accruals/payments in 2022. - Leverage is meaningful but typical for a capital-intensive regulated utility. Total financial liabilities were high, but supported by stable cash flows, asset scale, and equity capitalization. Potential constraints: - Debt levels are significant: noncurrent financial liabilities were EUR 44.2bn and current financial liabilities EUR 25.1bn. - Finance costs rose materially in 2022, from EUR 2.3bn to EUR 3.0bn. - Free cash flow after investing activity was tight, reflecting heavy capex requirements. - Hybrid bonds would likely be used partly to preserve credit metrics amid ongoing investment needs. Overall, Iberdrola’s scale, resilient utility cash flows, profitability, strong equity base, and demonstrated market access make it a strong candidate for hybrid bond issuance. The high leverage and capital intensity are not disqualifying; rather, they are common reasons for issuing hybrids. Strongly Suitable