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PPL Corporation(PPL)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for PPL
10/02/2026: PPL (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
PPL Corporation is a US-based, rate-regulated electric and gas utility serving millions of customers in Pennsylvania and Kentucky. The company has recently streamlined its business model to become a focused, pure-play regulated utility, which enhances earnings visibility for shareholders. Its primary investment story rests on steady rate-base growth driven by essential grid modernization and industrial electricity demand. While its regulated nature provides defensive stability, the company faces risks from regulatory rate-case outcomes and capital-intensive infrastructure requirements. PPL is generally well-suited for income-focused investors prioritizing consistent dividends and lower volatility over high capital appreciation, making it a defensive pillar within a portfolio.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Weak fit | As a utility, PPL offers low-to-moderate growth driven by rate base, not high-growth tech expansion. |
| Momentum investor | Weak fit | Utility stocks typically lack the high-beta price action momentum investors seek. |
| Value investor | Mixed fit | Valuation is often tied to interest rate cycles rather than traditional fundamental undervaluation. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | PPL is an established utility known for consistent dividend payments. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | Regulated utilities offer stable, predictable cash flows and generally lower market volatility. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Low | Regulated business models provide a buffer against broad market volatility. |
| Valuation risk | Medium | Utilities are sensitive to interest rate changes which affect relative yield attractiveness. |
| Competition risk (Regulatory) | Medium | The primary risk is regulatory outcomes rather than traditional market competition. |
| Business quality | Strong | Stable cash flows from regulated assets form the basis of the company's long-term viability. |
| Dividend income | Strong | The dividend is a primary component of the total return proposition. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Large scale infrastructure projects are prone to cost overruns and regulatory timing delays. |
Price Behavior
Downtrend
The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.
Very Smooth
The stock has followed a highly orderly price path with minimal short-term disruption.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 13.44% | Avg. Invested days 46 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/02/2026 |
Upturn Scorecard
Upturn Star Rating 
Company Fundamentals
Financial Health Rating
Growth Momentum Score
Ownership
Top 5 Institutional Investors
Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)
Economic Dimensions
Quantitative Style Profile
Style Classification
Quality Focused
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 24.68B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 19.41 | 1Y Target Price 40.12 |
Price to earnings Ratio 19.41 | 1Y Target Price 40.12 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7.2M shares | Beta 0.58 | 52 Weeks Range 31.56 - 39.46 | Updated Date 10/02/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 31.56 - 39.46 | Updated Date 10/02/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.40% | Basic EPS (TTM) 1.69 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania Electric Delivery | Transmission and distribution fees charged to customers for electricity delivery. | This is a steady, regulated toll-road business model where revenue is largely guaranteed. |
| Kentucky Energy Operations | Electricity generation and distribution, plus natural gas delivery. | A vertically integrated operation providing reliable, regulated energy services. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 19.41 | Forward PE 15.36 | Enterprise Value 44.26B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.63 |
Enterprise Value 44.26B | Price to Sales(TTM) 2.63 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 4.71 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 11.22 | Shares Outstanding 752.54M | Shares Floating 750.35M |
Shares Outstanding 752.54M | Shares Floating 750.35M | ||
Percent Insiders 0.17 | Percent Institutions 92.4 |
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Financial Metrics
🧭 Investment Snapshot
Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
About PPL Corporation
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters 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 6546 | Website https://www.pplweb.com |
Full time employees 6546 | Website https://www.pplweb.com | ||
PPL Corporation provides electricity and natural gas to approximately 3.6 million customers in the United States. It operates in three segments: Kentucky Regulated, Pennsylvania Regulated, and Rhode Island Regulated. The company engages in the transmission and distribution of electricity in eastern and central Pennsylvania; generation, transmission, distribution, and sale of electricity in Kentucky, Virginia, and Rhode Island; distribution and sale of natural gas in Kentucky and Rhode Island; sale of wholesale electricity in Kentucky; and generation of electricity from power plants in Kentucky. It generates electricity from coal, gas, hydro, and solar sources. The company was formerly known as PP&L Resources, Inc. and changed its name to PPL Corporation in 2000. PPL Corporation was founded in 1920 and is headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
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