PPL Corporation (PPL)
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PPL Corporation (PPL) overview
PPL is a U.S. electric and gas utility. It is a member of the S&P 500 and is classified in the Utilities sector — electric, gas and water providers prized for steady, regulated income.
PPL Corporation trades on the NYSE under the ticker symbol PPL. As of the most recent market data, the stock was priced around $35.85, down 1.46% on the session.
Over the past 52 weeks, PPL has traded between $33.17 and $40.11. Shares are valued at a trailing price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of about 22.3, a common gauge of how richly the market prices the company's earnings. PPL Corporation also pays a dividend, currently yielding around 3.18%.
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Why investors watch PPL
As one of the larger companies in the Utilities sector, PPL Corporation is closely followed by investors and often moves with broader trends across electric, gas and water providers prized for steady, regulated income. Traders watch PPL for earnings reports, analyst rating changes, and headlines that can shift sentiment — each of which is summarized on this page as it breaks.
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Latest PPL news
Perplexity (PPL) CEO Outlines AI Energy Efficiency Metrics
Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas highlighted a key metric for AI success focused on maximizing economic value per watt of power used. This efficiency could dictate future company valuations in the AI sector. Perplexity launched its Personal Computer tool, which operates on Microsoft (MSFT) Windows and Apple's (AAPL) Mac, designed to enhance AI processing efficiency. By reducing power requirements and enabling local processing on devices, Perplexity aims to establish a competitive edge in the AI market.
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PPL (NYSE: PPL) Partners with X-energy for Nuclear Energy Growth
On April 30, 2026, PPL Corporation (PPL) announced a partnership with X-energy Inc. (NASDAQ: XE) through its subsidiaries, Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities. This collaboration aims to explore the deployment of X-energy's Xe-100 small modular reactor for nuclear energy generation. The initiative supports Kentucky's legislative efforts, including a $75 million grant for nuclear site feasibility studies. PPL caters to over 3.6 million customers across Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Rhode Island, focusing on modernizing utility grids and cleaner energy transitions.
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Frequently asked questions
Is PPL Corporation in the S&P 500?
Yes. PPL Corporation (PPL) is a member of the S&P 500 index, classified in the Utilities sector.
What sector is PPL in?
PPL Corporation is classified in the Utilities sector of the S&P 500 — electric, gas and water providers prized for steady, regulated income.
Where can I find the latest PPL news?
This page collects recent PPL Corporation (PPL) news and market analysis, each article summarized by AI and tagged with bullish, bearish, or neutral sentiment.
What is PPL Corporation's stock price?
As of the most recent market data, PPL Corporation (PPL) traded at approximately $35.85. Prices move throughout the trading day, so this reflects the latest available quote rather than a live price.
What is PPL's P/E ratio?
PPL trades at a trailing price-to-earnings ratio of about 22.3. The P/E ratio compares a company's share price to its earnings per share.