PPL Corporation (PPL) is a Pennsylvania-based regulated utility company that primarily generates revenue from electricity transmission and distribution. With a market capitalization of $26.8 billion, the company serves millions of customers through its utility operations in Pennsylvania, Kentucky, and Rhode Island.
Shares of this leading utility company have underperformed the broader market over the past year. PPL has gained 5% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied 15.4%. In 2026, however, PPL’s stock is up 1.4%, surpassing SPX’s 1.1% rise on a YTD basis.
