Net Income Jumps 42.6%, Driven by Operational Efficiency, Strong Expansion in the Distribution Market, and a Highly Effective Commercial Strategy Curitiba, Brazil--(Newsfile Corp. - August 5, 2026) - Copel (NYSE American: ELPC) (BVMF: CPLE3) closed the second quarter of 2026 with strong financial and operational performance, mainly driven by: Copel Distribution: billed market growth of 7.2%, driven by stronger economic activity within the concession area, expansion of the customer base, and higher temperatures. This momentum resulted in a significant 34.5% increase in the segment's recurring EBITDA.