PPL Corporation
PPLUtilitiesNASDAQUtilities - Regulated Electric
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Daily timeframePart of the utilities sector, PPL Corporation (PPL) is listed under Utilities - Regulated Electric. With a market capitalization of $26.32B, it sits in large-cap territory. It operates in three segments: Kentucky Regulated, Pennsylvania Regulated, and Rhode Island Regulated.
Market Cap
$26.32B
Beta
0.58
P/E (TTM)
20.70
P/E (Fwd)
16.53
EPS (TTM)
$1.69
EPS (Fwd)
$2.12
ROE
8.6%
ROA
3.2%
Cash
$332.0M
Total Debt
$20.38B
Free CF
-$1.94B
52W Change
-6.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where PPL stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, PPL finished 3.32% below its 150-day moving average ($35.49) and 3.62% below its 200-day moving average ($35.60). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is PPL overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, PPL's RSI(14) was 70.3, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, PPL has $332.0M in cash with $20.38B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow is running at -$1.94B, which bears watching. Negative free cash flow can be acceptable during heavy investment periods but needs to improve over time. ROE of 8.6% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 3.2% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $7.90B to $9.04B.
The relatively low beta of 0.58 suggests PPL is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. Negative free cash flow means the company is currently spending more than it generates, which may require future fundraising or debt if the trend continues. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing PPL's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.