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PPL Corporation (PPL)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: PPL (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
17 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $38.23
1 Year Target Price $38.23
| 8 | Strong Buy |
| 4 | Buy |
| 5 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -0.99% | Avg. Invested days 34 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 27.03B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 27.48 | 1Y Target Price 38.23 |
Price to earnings Ratio 27.48 | 1Y Target Price 38.23 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 17 | Beta 0.66 | 52 Weeks Range 30.19 - 37.31 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 30.19 - 37.31 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.86% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.33 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-31 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.3951 | Actual 0.32 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 11.22% | Operating Margin (TTM) 21.24% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.88% | Return on Equity (TTM) 6.97% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 27.48 | Forward PE 20.33 | Enterprise Value 44924225210 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.07 |
Enterprise Value 44924225210 | Price to Sales(TTM) 3.07 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 5.1 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.33 | Shares Outstanding 739515008 | Shares Floating 737792172 |
Shares Outstanding 739515008 | Shares Floating 737792172 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.11 | Percent Institutions 83.42 |
Upturn AI SWOT
PPL Corporation
Company Overview
History and Background
PPL Corporation was founded in 1920 as Pennsylvania Power & Light. It has evolved from a Pennsylvania-focused utility to a multi-state and international energy company, focusing primarily on regulated utilities.
Core Business Areas
- Rhode Island Energy: Regulated utility providing electricity and natural gas service to customers in Rhode Island.
- Kentucky Utilities: Regulated utility providing electricity service to customers in Kentucky.
- LG&E: Regulated utility providing electricity and natural gas service to customers in Kentucky.
Leadership and Structure
Vincent Sorgi is the current President and CEO. The company operates under a traditional corporate structure with various departments reporting to the executive leadership team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Electricity Distribution: Distribution of electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Market share varies by specific operating region; PPL serves over 3.5 million customers. Competitors include other regional utilities like Duke Energy (DUK) and American Electric Power (AEP) in overlapping service territories. Revenue not available publically by segment, it is consolidated by regulated operations in the US.
- Natural Gas Distribution: Distribution of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Market share varies by specific operating region; PPL serves over 700k natural gas customers in Kentucky and Rhode Island. Competitors include other regional utilities like Atmos Energy (ATO). Revenue not available publically by segment, it is consolidated by regulated operations in the US.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The utility industry is undergoing a transformation with increasing focus on renewable energy, grid modernization, and energy efficiency. Regulatory frameworks heavily influence operations and profitability.
Positioning
PPL is positioned as a regulated utility with a focus on operational efficiency and reliability. Its competitive advantages stem from its established infrastructure and regulatory relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for utilities is in the hundreds of billions of dollars annually. PPL Corporation is positioned within specific geographic regions, capturing a share of that market primarily through regulated operations.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Regulated utility business model
- Stable revenue streams
- Strong infrastructure
- Operational experience
- Diverse geographic footprint
Weaknesses
- Heavy reliance on regulatory approvals
- Capital-intensive operations
- Sensitivity to interest rate changes
- Exposure to environmental regulations
- Limited growth outside regulated operations
Opportunities
- Investment in renewable energy projects
- Grid modernization initiatives
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Acquisition of other utility companies
- Growing demand for energy efficiency solutions
Threats
- Changes in regulatory policies
- Increasing competition from alternative energy sources
- Cybersecurity threats
- Economic downturns impacting energy demand
- Rising interest rates
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- DUK
- AEP
- SO
Competitive Landscape
PPL competes primarily on operational efficiency, reliability, and regulatory relationships. Its advantages include its established infrastructure and experience operating in regulated markets. Disadvantages can include reliance on regulatory approvals and capital intensity.
Major Acquisitions
Rhode Island Energy
- Year: 2022
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 5300
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded PPL's regulated footprint into Rhode Island, adding both electric and natural gas operations. Diversified the business and provided a new platform for growth.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: PPL's historical growth has been primarily driven by regulated rate base increases and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project moderate growth driven by infrastructure investments and regulatory rate increases. Specific growth percentages vary.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in grid modernization, renewable energy projects, and operational efficiency improvements.
Summary
PPL Corporation is a regulated utility company with a stable revenue base. Its strengths lie in its established infrastructure and regulatory relationships. However, it faces challenges from regulatory changes and capital-intensive operations. PPL should focus on grid modernization and renewable energy investments to capitalize on future growth opportunities.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- PPL Corporation Investor Relations
- SEC Filings
- Analyst Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market data is dynamic and subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About PPL Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Allentown, PA, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1985-04-08 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Vincent Sorgi CPA | ||
Sector Utilities | Industry Utilities - Regulated Electric | Full time employees 6653 | Website https://www.pplweb.com |
Full time employees 6653 | Website https://www.pplweb.com | ||
PPL Corporation provides electricity and natural gas to approximately 3.5 million customers in the United States. It operates through three segments: Kentucky Regulated, Pennsylvania Regulated, and Rhode Island Regulated. The company delivers electricity to customers in Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Virginia, and Rhode Island; delivers natural gas to customers in Kentucky and Rhode Island; and generates electricity from power plants in Kentucky. PPL Corporation was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
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