COPEL (NYSE: ELP) approves R$ 1.35 billion dividend with Dec. 2025 record date

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Companhia Paranaense de Energia – COPEL announced that its Board of Directors approved the declaration of dividends totaling R$ 1.35 billion. Shareholders holding the company’s shares at the end of December 30, 2025, the defined record date, will be entitled to receive this dividend, based on trades made up to and including that day. From January 2, 2026, the shares will trade ex-dividend, meaning new buyers after that date will not receive this distribution. The exact payment date will be set at the Annual General Meeting scheduled for April 23, 2026, where further details of the distribution mechanics are expected to be confirmed.

Positive

• Declaration of substantial dividend: COPEL’s Board approved a cash dividend of R$ 1.35 billion, representing a materially large distribution to shareholders.
• Clear dividend timeline: Record date set for December 30, 2025 and ex-dividend trading from January 2, 2026, with payment date to be set at the April 23, 2026 AGM.

Negative

• None.

Insights

Equity income & dividends analyst

COPEL declares a sizable R$ 1.35 billion cash dividend, with record and ex-dividend dates defined.

COPEL is distributing a significant cash dividend of R$ 1.35 billion, which directly benefits existing shareholders through income. The Board of Directors has already approved the declaration, so the key remaining step is formalizing the payment date at the Annual General Meeting on April 23, 2026.

The company has clearly outlined the timeline for entitlement. Shareholders on record at the end of December 30, 2025 will receive the dividend, and trading becomes ex-dividend on January 2, 2026. This structure aligns the cash distribution with a transparent cutoff for who participates.

From an investor perspective, the magnitude of R$ 1.35 billion is meaningful in absolute terms, though the impact on valuation depends on COPEL’s earnings, cash generation, and leverage levels, which are not detailed here. The AGM on April 23, 2026 is the next concrete milestone when the payment date should be finalized.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

Report of Foreign Private Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

For the month of December, 2025

Commission File Number 1-14668

COMPANHIA PARANAENSE DE ENERGIA

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Energy Company of Paraná

(Translation of Registrant's name into English)

José Izidoro Biazetto, 158
81200-240 Curitiba, Paraná
Federative Republic of Brazil
+55 (41) 3331-4011

(Address of principal executive offices)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover Form 20-F or Form 40-F.  Form 20-F ___X___ Form 40-F _______

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant by furnishing the information contained in this Form is also thereby furnishing the information to the Commission pursuant to Rule 12g3-2(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. 

Yes _______ No ___X____

 

COMPANHIA PARANAENSE DE ENERGIA - COPEL

CNPJ 76.483.817/0001-20 - NIRE 41300036535 - CVM Registration 1431-1

B3 (CPLE3, CPLE5)

NYSE (ELP, ELPC)

LATIBEX (XCOPA, XCOPO)

Dividend Distribution of R$ 1.35 billion

COPEL ("Company") hereby informs its shareholders and the market in general that its Board of Directors has approved, on this date, the declaration of Dividends in the amount of R$ 1.35 billion.

The payment date will be set at the Annual General Meeting to be held on April 23, 2026. Shareholders with a registered position at the end of December 30, 2025 ("record date") will be entitled to the dividend, considering trades made up to and including that date. As of January 2, 2026, the shares will be traded ex-provento.

For more information, see Notice to Shareholders 09/25.

Curitiba, December 10, 2025

Felipe Gutterres

Vice-President of Finance and Investor Relations

For further information, please contact the Investor Relations team:
ri@copel.com or (41) 3331-4011

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

Date December 10, 2025

COMPANHIA PARANAENSE DE ENERGIA – COPEL
By:	/S/  Daniel Pimentel Slaviero
	Daniel Pimentel Slaviero Chief Executive Officer

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This press release may contain forward-looking statements. These statements are statements that are not historical facts, and are based on management's current view and estimates of future economic circumstances, industry conditions, company performance and financial results. The words "anticipates", "believes", "estimates", "expects", "plans" and similar expressions, as they relate to the company, are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Statements regarding the declaration or payment of dividends, the implementation of principal operating and financing strategies and capital expenditure plans, the direction of future operations and the factors or trends affecting financial condition, liquidity or results of operations are examples of forward-looking statements. Such statements reflect the current views of management and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties. There is no guarantee that the expected events, trends or results will actually occur. The statements are based on many assumptions and factors, including general economic and market conditions, industry conditions, and operating factors. Any changes in such assumptions or factors could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.

FAQ

What dividend did COPEL (ELP) announce in this 6-K filing?

COPEL announced that its Board of Directors approved the declaration of dividends totaling R$ 1.35 billion to be distributed to shareholders.

Who is entitled to receive the R$ 1.35 billion dividend from COPEL (ELP)?

Shareholders with a registered position at the end of December 30, 2025 are entitled to the dividend, considering trades made up to and including that date.

When will COPEL (ELP) shares trade ex-dividend for this distribution?

COPEL shares will trade ex-dividend as of January 2, 2026, meaning buyers from that date onward will not receive the announced dividend.

When will the payment date of COPEL’s R$ 1.35 billion dividend be decided?

The exact payment date will be set at the Company’s Annual General Meeting scheduled for April 23, 2026.

On which markets are COPEL (ELP) shares listed?

COPEL is listed on B3 (tickers CPLE3, CPLE5), on the NYSE (tickers ELP, ELPC), and on LATIBEX (tickers XCOPA, XCOPO).

Where can investors find more details on COPEL’s dividend distribution?

Investors are directed to Notice to Shareholders 09/25 for more information and may contact the Investor Relations team at ri@copel.com or (41) 3331-4011.