PPL Corporation (PPL) EBITDA Margin: 40.74%
Is PPL Corporation’s EBITDA margin high or low?
PPL Corporation's EBITDA margin of 40.74% is in line with its 5-year average of 40.09%, around the middle of its 5-year range (33.68%–48.74%).
As of Thursday, June 18, 2026. 3.55% above its 12-month average of 39.34%.
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PPL EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
40.74%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
39.34%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
36.89%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
40.09%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
45.92%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
43.88%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
41.29%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+3.55%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+10.44%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+1.61%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-11.29%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-7.16%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-1.32%
PPL Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPL Corporation (PPL) | $26.52B | 40.74% | 39.34% | 36.89% | 40.09% |
| Eversource Energy (ES)vs › | $26.04B | 40.51% | 37.61% | 30.25% | 32.15% |
| FirstEnergy Corp. (FE)vs › | $27.05B | 28.19% | 29.33% | 29.90% | 31.59% |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)vs › | $27.86B | 39.33% | 39.86% | 37.76% | 35.53% |
| Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vs › | $28.39B | 50.70% | 50.52% | 44.31% | 43.74% |
| American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)vs › | $24.42B | 57.02% | 57.01% | 55.62% | 53.67% |
| Ameren Corporation (AEE)vs › | $30.13B | 45.93% | 46.17% | 44.42% | 44.44% |
| CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs › | $22.67B | 37.32% | 39.09% | 36.26% | 35.83% |
| NiSource Inc. (NI)vs › | $22.61B | 45.51% | 46.30% | 42.43% | 38.20% |
| Talen Energy Corporation (TLN)vs › | $19.81B | 16.44% | 50.91% | 32.09% | 22.28% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
35.2%
EBITDA Margin
40.7%
Operating Margin
23.5%
Net Margin
13.1%
Formula: EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) × 100
Why EBITDA Margin matters:
- Removes effects of depreciation policies (D&A)
- Capital structure neutral (ignores interest)
- Tax neutral (ignores tax differences)
- Good proxy for operating cash generation
PPL Corporation EBITDA Margin Formula & Definition
EBITDA Margin = EBITDA / Revenue
EBITDA margin measures operating profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization as a percentage of revenue.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
PPL Corporation EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The EBITDA margin for PPL stock is 40.74%.
- Is PPL Corporation's EBITDA margin high or low?
- PPL Corporation's EBITDA margin of 40.74% is in line with its 5-year average of 40.09%, around the middle of its 5-year range (33.68%–48.74%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for PPL stock is 39.34%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for PPL stock is 36.89%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for PPL stock is 40.09%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for PPL stock is 45.92%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for PPL stock is 43.88%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for PPL stock is 41.29%.
PPL Corporation EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 40.74% |
| 2024-12-31 | 37.95% |
| 2023-12-31 | 35.19% |
| 2022-12-31 | 33.68% |
| 2021-12-31 | 44.27% |
| 2020-12-31 | 48.74% |
| 2019-12-31 | 45.47% |
| 2018-12-31 | 56.78% |
| 2017-12-31 | 52.61% |
| 2016-12-31 | 59.12% |
| 2015-12-31 | 50.61% |
| 2014-12-31 | 50.43% |
| 2013-12-31 | 47.02% |
| 2012-12-31 | 35.00% |
| 2011-12-31 | 33.87% |
| 2010-12-31 | 30.65% |
| 2009-12-31 | 23.96% |
| 2008-12-31 | 28.39% |
| 2007-12-31 | 39.61% |
| 2006-12-31 | 36.93% |
| 2005-12-31 | 36.00% |
| 2004-12-31 | 36.44% |
| 2003-12-31 | 35.85% |
| 2002-12-31 | 33.55% |
| 2001-12-31 | 26.73% |
| 2000-12-31 | 34.68% |
| 1999-12-31 | 23.62% |
| 1998-12-31 | 34.76% |
| 1997-12-31 | 40.72% |
| 1996-12-31 | 42.82% |
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About PPL Corporation
PPL Corporation functions as a utility holding company, primarily engaged in the distribution of electricity and natural gas throughout both the United States and the United Kingdom. Its operational footprint in the U.S. is segmented into two regulated divisions: one in Kentucky and another in Pennsylvania. In Kentucky, the company supplies electricity to approximately 429,000 customers and natural gas to about 333,000 in the Louisville region and surrounding areas. It also serves an additional 538,000 electric customers across central, southeastern, and western parts of the state. Furthermore, PPL reaches around 28,000 electric customers in five counties located in southwestern Virginia. Its most significant customer base is in Pennsylvania, where it provides electric services to roughly 1.4 million individuals. Beyond mere delivery, PPL is also involved in electricity generation within Kentucky, utilizing a mix of sources including coal, natural gas, hydro, and solar power. The company also sells wholesale electricity to two municipalities in Kentucky. PPL Corporation was established in 1920 and its main office is situated in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
- Sector
- Utilities
- Industry
- Regulated Electric
- CEO
- Vincent Sorgi