PPL
PPL Corporation · Utilities · Utilities - Regulated Electric
At close
$38.93
−$0.05 (−0.14%) Close
Pre-market $38.91 −$0.02 (−0.04%) 8:36 PM ET
Prev close $38.98
Open $38.93
Day high $38.93
Day low $38.93
Volume 626
Avg vol 11,100,511
Mkt cap
$29.29B
P/E ratio
24.33
FY Revenue
$9.04B
EPS
1.60
Gross Margin
73.91%
Sector
Utilities
AI report sections
PPL
PPL Corporation
PPL shows upward near-term price momentum with the share price trading above key moving averages and recent breakout signals across multiple volatility channels, while momentum indicators are entering overbought territory. Fundamentally, the company combines modest revenue growth, expanding earnings, and solid operating margins with negative free cash flow and elevated capital spending needs. Valuation appears full relative to its modest growth and returns on capital, and short interest and intraday short volume are both on the high side, indicating a more contested outlook.
AI summarized at 2:05 PM ET, 2026-01-20
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 63 SWING: 66 LONG: 58
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
−23% (Below avg)
Vol/Avg: 0.77×
RSI
68.50 (Strong)
Strong (60–70)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.02 (Strong)
MACD: 0.01 Signal: -0.00
Short-Term
+0.18 (Strong)
MACD: 0.64 Signal: 0.46
Long-Term
+0.19 (Strong)
MACD: 0.75 Signal: 0.55
Intraday trend score 72.08

Latest news

PPL 12 articles Positive: 3 Neutral: 3 Negative: 0
Neutral The Motley Fool • John Bromels
Is Oklo Stock a Buy Now?

Oklo's stock has fallen 55% from its October peak of $175 to under $80, despite no significant changes to the company's business fundamentals. The nuclear startup remains highly speculative as it's pre-commercial with no revenue, building only a prototype reactor. While the company has a promising customer pipeline of 14 GW and could be undervalued if successful, significant execution risks exist around whether the small modular reactor design will work at scale and be economically viable.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned only as a comparable company for valuation purposes, with no direct investment recommendation or sentiment expressed.

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
PPL to Pay Quarterly Stock Dividend Jan 2, 2026

PPL Corporation declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.2725 per share, payable on January 2, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 10, 2025.

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Sentiment note

Company is paying a consistent quarterly dividend, indicating financial stability and commitment to shareholder returns. The press release highlights the company's leadership in energy provision and sustainable solutions.

Neutral The Motley Fool • John Bromels
Should You Buy Oklo Stock Even Though It's More Than $100?

Nuclear energy startup Oklo is developing small modular reactors (SMRs) and has seen significant stock growth, with a groundbreaking ceremony for its first Aurora power plant near Idaho Falls. The company's technology could potentially revolutionize nuclear power generation, though it remains a high-risk investment.

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Sentiment note

Mentioned as a comparative market cap reference, no specific analysis of the company's performance

Neutral The Motley Fool • Jesterai
PPL (PPL) Q2 Revenue Jumps 7.7%

PPL reported Q2 2025 earnings with revenue of $2,025 million (up 7.7% YoY), but missed earnings expectations due to cost timing, weather impacts, and higher interest expenses. The utility maintained full-year guidance and continues investing in infrastructure and clean energy.

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Sentiment note

Mixed financial performance with revenue growth but earnings miss; maintained full-year guidance and continued strategic investments suggest stable outlook

Positive Benzinga • Prnewswire
PPL to Pay Quarterly Stock Dividend Jul. 1, 2025

PPL Corporation declared a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.2725 per share, payable on July 1, 2025, to shareholders of record as of June 10, 2025.

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Sentiment note

The company is paying a quarterly dividend, which is generally seen as a positive sign for investors.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Avangrid (AGR) Begins Power Production at Texas Solar Project - Zacks Investment Research

Avangrid has started generating power from its 238 MW true North solar project in Texas, which will provide renewable energy to support Meta's net zero commitment. The company has invested $3 billion in 2023, with a focus on its Networks and Renewables segments, and plans to achieve carbon neutrality by 2035.

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Sentiment note

PPL's capital investment plan primarily focuses on infrastructure construction projects for generation, transmission and distribution, as well as expanding its clean energy generation capacity.

Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
ED or PPL: Which Is a Better Utility Electric Power Stock?

Both Consolidated Edison (ED) and PPL work efficiently and continue to provide reliable services to their customers.

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Unknown Seeking Alpha • Financially Free Investor
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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
PPL (PPL) Stock Moves -0.36%: What You Should Know

PPL (PPL) reachead $27.65 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -0.36% change compared to its last close.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Here's Why You Should Add PPL to Your Portfolio Right Now

PPL makes a strong case for investment, given its earnings growth prospects, better debt management and ability to increase shareholders' value.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Reasons to Buy Pinnacle West Capital (PNW) Stock Right Now

Pinnacle West Capital (PNW) makes a strong case for investment, given its growth prospects, debt management, expansion of renewable portfolio and ability to increase its shareholder value.

PPL ED PNW POR
Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Are Utilities Stocks Lagging Consolidated Edison (ED) This Year?

Here is how Consolidated Edison (ED) and PPL (PPL) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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