Gross Profit, Operating Income, and Net Income as a percentage of Revenue

Operating Margin

Profit Margin

Margins

An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

Operation Fuel

Energy purchases

Other operation and maintenance

Depreciation

Taxes, other than income

Operating Expenses

Year over year growth in Revenue and Operating Expenses.

Revenue Y/Y

OpEx Y/Y

Growth

Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

Outstanding Shares

Market Cap

Also known as Price/Sales Ratio. Calculated using Average market cap for the quarter / Annualized quarterly revenue.

Revenue Multiple

Western Power Distribution, is the trading identity of four electricity distribution companies - WPD South West (operating in South West England), WPD South Wales (operating in South Wales) and WPD Midlands (operating in East Midlands and West Midlands). All of the companies act as the distribution network operator for their respective regions, and are registered in Bristol, England. Western Power Distribution currently serves approximately 7.7 million customers over its combined distribution areas.

Western Power Distribution

The PPL Corporation is an energy company headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, USA. It currently controls about 8,000 megawatts of regulated electric generating capacity in the United States and delivers electricity to 10.5 million customers in Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Great Britain. It also provides natural gas delivery service to 321,000 customers in Kentucky. PPL Electric Utilities (formerly known as PP&L and Pennsylvania Power and Light) is the PPL Corporation's primary subsidiary.

PPL Corporation

LG&E and KU Energy, is a subsidiary of PPL Corporation, based in Louisville, Kentucky. It is composed of the following companies: Louisville Gas & Electric (LG&E), Kentucky Utilities (KU) which holds Old Dominion Power (ODP) (a subsidiary of Kentucky Utilities), and Western Kentucky Energy (generates electricity on behalf of Big Rivers Electric Corporation, a transmission and generation cooperative owned by Touchstone Energy). The company was created in 1998, when LG&E acquired KU/ODP, becoming LG&E Energy. In 2000, Powergen, a British-based company, acquired LG&E Energy, which still operated under that name. In 2002, German-based E.ON acquired Powergen; the following year, in 2003, E.ON transferred the LG&E Energy group to its American subsidiary, E.ON US Holdings.

LG&E and KU Energy

PPL Corp. engages in the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity. It operates through the following segments: Kentucky Regulated, Pennsylvania Regulated, and Rhode Island Regulated. The Kentucky Regulated segment consists of LKE's regulated electricity generation, transmission and distribution operations of Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company as well as regulated distribution and sale of natural gas of Louisville Gas and Electric Company. The Rhode Island Regulated segment primarily consists of regulated electricity transmission and distribution operations and regulated distribution and sale of natural gas conducted by RIE. The Pennsylvania Regulated segment consists of the regulated electricity transmission and distribution operations of PPL Electric Utilities Corporation. The company was founded on June 4, 1920 and is headquartered in Allentown, PA.

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PPL surpasses Q4 earnings forecast, sets sights on sustainable growth

PPL's Q4 2022 performance exceeded expectations, with a positive outlook for 2023 supported by strategic investments and operational achievements. The company's focus on customer satisfaction and sustainable energy initiatives aligns with long-term growth objectives, despite challenges posed by higher energy prices.

PPL reports solid Q1 earnings, navigates storm impacts and energy transition

PPL's Q1 performance reflects earnings growth and strategic investments in infrastructure and renewable energy.
While facing challenges from storms and energy transition, the company's proactive engagement with regulators and innovative strategies position it for long-term success.
Opportunities in grid modernization, renewable energy adoption, and legal resolution offer avenues for sustainable growth and resilience.

PPL reports Q2 earnings impacted by weather, eyes growth opportunities

PPL's Q2 performance was impacted by weather-related factors, but the company remains optimistic about meeting its earnings forecast. Despite challenges in earnings decline and the Kentucky CPCN process, PPL is focused on cost reductions and growth opportunities through innovation and efficiency initiatives.

PPL meets Q3 earnings, eyes growth in grid modernization

PPL's performance in Q3 2023 was solid, meeting earnings guidance and showcasing consistent ongoing earnings.
The company's strategic strengths lie in grid modernization investments, federal funding for projects, and growth forecasts.
While facing challenges in labor negotiations and regulatory updates, PPL is well-positioned to capitalize on offshore wind and transmission investments.

PPL exceeds earnings forecast, focuses on future sustainability and growth

PPL's strong 2023 performance showcased growth in earnings and successful execution of capital spend.
The focus on Utility of the Future Strategy and cost-saving initiatives underpins future sustainability.
While challenges like regulatory monitoring exist, opportunities in offshore wind and grid enhancements offer growth potential.

PPL reports robust Q1 earnings, eyes growth amid regulatory challenges

PPL's Q1 2024 earnings call highlights strong financial performance, ongoing commitment to infrastructure enhancements, and strategic focus on operational efficiency. While facing challenges from regulatory changes and capital allocation decisions, the company is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities in energy infrastructure development and customer-centric solutions.

PPL reports solid Q2 earnings, targets growth and efficiency

PPL's strong Q2 performance and focus on efficiency and growth strategies position them well for future earnings growth. Challenges lie in stakeholder engagement and efficient strategy execution, but opportunities in data center support and cost savings are promising.

PPL reports solid Q3 earnings, eyes data centers for growth

PPL's Q3 performance was strong, with a focus on earnings growth and strategic planning for the future. While challenges like cost recovery and meeting future demand exist, opportunities in data center development and resource optimization provide avenues for growth.

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Cost of revenue

Gross profit

Operating expenses

SG&A

Other

Operating income

EBITDA

Net income

Earnings per share

Total assets

Current assets

Cash & equivalents

Receivables

Inventory

Non-current assets

Net PPE

Intangibles

Total liabilities

Current liabilities

Short term debt

Income tax payable

Non-current liabilities

Long-term debt

Total equity

Stockholders equity

Minority interest

Total liabilities & equity

Total debt

Net debt

Book value per share

Cash from operations

Funds from operations

Change in working capital

Cash from investing

Capital expenditure

Purchase/sale of investments

Purchase/sale of business

Other sources

Cash from financing

Change in stock

Change in debt

Cash dividends paid

Cash from other sources

Net change in cash

Free cash flow

The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.

Wall Street Analysts Think PPL (PPL) Is a Good Investment: Is It?

PPL Corporation (NYSE:PPL ) Q2 2024 Earnings Conference Call August 2, 2024 11:00 AM ET Company Participants Andy Ludwig - VP, IR Vince Sorgi - President and CEO Joe Bergstein - CFO Conference Call Participants Shar Pourreza - Guggenheim Partners Durgesh Chopra - Evercore ISI David Arcaro - Morgan Stanley Julien Dumoulin-Smith - Jefferies Ryan Levine - Citi Anthony Crowdell - Mizuho Operator Good day and welcome to the PPL Corporation Second Quarter 2024 Earnings Call. All participants will be in a listen-only mode.

PPL Corporation (PPL) Q2 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

PPL's second-quarter earnings beat estimates, while revenues lag the same.

PPL's Q2 Earnings Top Estimates on Higher Electricity Sales

Although the revenue and EPS for PPL (PPL) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended June 2024, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

PPL (PPL) Reports Q2 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say

PPL (PPL) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.38 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.31 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.29 per share a year ago.

PPL (PPL) Beats Q2 Earnings Estimates

Announces 2024 second-quarter reported earnings (GAAP) per share of $0.26. Achieves 2024 second-quarter ongoing earnings per share of $0.38 vs.

PPL Corporation reports second-quarter 2024 earnings

PPL's second-quarter 2024 results are likely to benefit from increased transmission investments and ongoing savings in operation and maintenance costs.

PPL to Release Q2 Earnings: Here's What You Need to Know

The latest trading day saw PPL (PPL) settling at $29.17, representing a +1.39% change from its previous close.

PPL (PPL) Advances While Market Declines: Some Information for Investors

In the most recent trading session, PPL (PPL) closed at $29, indicating a +1.33% shift from the previous trading day.

PPL (PPL) Beats Stock Market Upswing: What Investors Need to Know

NiSource

Both NiSource (NI) and PPL work efficiently and continue to provide reliable services to their customers.

NI or PPL: Which Is a Better Utility Electric Power Stock?

ALLENTOWN, Pa. , July 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PPL Corporation (NYSE:PPL) will release consolidated second-quarter 2024 earnings results on Friday, August 2.

PPL Corporation to Conduct Webcast on Second-Quarter 2024 Earnings Results

Pembina's fixed dividend preferred shares, Series 5 and Series 7 present unique opportunities for investors to lock in high yields for the next 5 years. As monetary easing in the US and Canada approaches, it is also highly probable that these preferred shares will continue to appreciate. Pembina Pipeline Corporation offers low-risk investment opportunities with stable revenues and EBITDA from strategically located infrastructure assets.

Pembina Series 5 And Series 7 Preferreds: High-Yield And Meaningful Upside At Low Risk

In the closing of the recent trading day, PPL (PPL) stood at $28.22, denoting a +1.95% change from the preceding trading day.

PPL (PPL) Ascends While Market Falls: Some Facts to Note

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PG&E

Portland General Electric

Vistra Energy

We have narrowed our search to five utility stocks that are regular dividend payers. These stocks are: VST, EVRG, PPL, PCG, POR.

AI, Data Center, EV to Boost Electric Power Utility: 5 Picks

Con Ed

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

ED or PPL: Which Is a Better Utility Electric Power Stock?

Research, funded by a DOE grant, will build on initial study to further assess feasibility for new nuclear at company sites should technology become commercially viable LOUISVILLE, Ky. , June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As part of an ongoing effort to evaluate all options for future replacement of aging generation, and to better support energy-intensive customers with zero-carbon objectives, PPL Corporation subsidiaries Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company will build on an earlier assessment of nuclear feasibility at the site of an existing Kentucky coal-fired power plant by exploring additional locations and partnerships that could support nuclear energy in the commonwealth.

PPL and subsidiaries LG&E and KU expand collaboration with U.S. Department of Energy initiative to conduct nuclear feasibility study

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

PPL (PPL) Is Considered a Good Investment by Brokers: Is That True?

PPL (PPL) closed the most recent trading day at $27.91, moving -0.61% from the previous trading session.

PPL (PPL) Stock Drops Despite Market Gains: Important Facts to Note

PPL Corporation has underperformed the market, with shares rising only 4% over the past year, given slow growth and higher rates. Q1 earnings showed growth in adjusted EPS, and operating results were solid, aided by more favorably weather. PPL aims to grow its rate base by 6.3% per year through a $14.3 billion capital plan, with a focus on efficiency and cost cuts.

PPL Corporation: Slow Growth But A Secure Dividend

In the most recent trading session, PPL (PPL) closed at $28.16, indicating a -0.88% shift from the previous trading day.

PPL (PPL) Stock Dips While Market Gains: Key Facts

Enbridge

Fortis

TransAlta

TC Energy

Preferred shares of Enbridge and other select Canadian utilities and infrastructure companies are expected to perform strongly over the next 6 to 12 months. The Bank of Canada will likely cut interest rates for the first time on June 5th or July 24th, creating an opportunity to invest in fixed dividend preferred shares that could trigger FOMO. After reset, dividends paid by preferred shares of Enbridge Inc., ENB.PR.Y:CA and ENB.PF.A:CA, will increase by 54% and 41.2%, respectively.

Canadian Preferred Shares To Buy Before The Expected Bank of Canada Rate Cuts Trigger FOMO

PPL (PPL) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

PPL (PPL) Up 2.3% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

Wall Street Analysts See PPL (PPL) as a Buy: Should You Invest?

ALLENTOWN, Pa. , May 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) declared a quarterly common stock dividend on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, of $0.2575 per share, payable July 1, 2024, to shareowners of record as of June 10, 2024.

PPL to Pay Quarterly Stock Dividend July 1, 2024

PROVIDENCE, R.I. , May 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Rhode Island Energy, a subsidiary of PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL), has announced it reached an agreement on new five-year contracts with the Utility Workers Union of America (UWUA), AFL-CIO, Locals 310 and 310B, and Brotherhood of Utility Workers (BUW), which currently represent 526 employees.

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