PPL Corporation (PPL) Return on Equity (ROE): 8.12%
Is PPL Corporation’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
PPL Corporation's return on equity (ROE) of 8.12% is 93% above its 5-year average of 4.20%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-10.78%–10.98%).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 13.96% above its 12-month average of 7.13%.
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PPL Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
8.12%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
7.13%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
6.25%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
4.20%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
8.26%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
10.89%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
12.19%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+13.96%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+29.97%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
+93.41%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-1.71%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-25.42%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-33.41%
PPL Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPL Corporation (PPL) | $26.58B | 8.12% | 7.13% | 6.25% | 4.20% |
| FirstEnergy Corp. (FE)vs › | $26.66B | 8.42% | 8.00% | 7.64% | 10.04% |
| Eversource Energy (ES)vs › | $25.97B | 10.58% | 7.92% | 5.45% | 6.46% |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)vs › | $27.89B | 9.35% | 9.49% | 9.75% | 7.58% |
| American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)vs › | $24.95B | 9.98% | 10.21% | 10.18% | 11.50% |
| Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vs › | $28.31B | 9.03% | 8.71% | 8.45% | 8.51% |
| Ameren Corporation (AEE)vs › | $30.14B | 11.24% | 10.31% | 10.25% | 10.16% |
| CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs › | $22.87B | 11.69% | 11.95% | 11.90% | 13.62% |
| NiSource Inc. (NI)vs › | $22.65B | 9.96% | 9.30% | 9.46% | 7.66% |
| Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT)vs › | $19.07B | 11.06% | 10.45% | 10.55% | 10.73% |
Return Analysis
ROE
8.1%
ROA
2.6%
PPL Corporation Return on Equity (ROE) Formula & Definition
ROE = Net Income / Total Shareholders' Equity
Return on equity measures how efficiently a company generates profit from shareholders' equity. Higher ROE indicates better capital efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
PPL Corporation Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for PPL stock is 8.12%.
- Is PPL Corporation's return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- PPL Corporation's return on equity (ROE) of 8.12% is 93% above its 5-year average of 4.20%, near the high end of its 5-year range (-10.78%–10.98%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for PPL stock is 7.13%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for PPL stock is 6.25%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for PPL stock is 4.20%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for PPL stock is 8.26%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for PPL stock is 10.89%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for PPL stock is 12.19%.
PPL Corporation Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 7.94% |
| 2024-12-31 | 6.31% |
| 2023-12-31 | 5.31% |
| 2022-12-31 | 5.43% |
| 2021-12-31 | -10.78% |
| 2020-12-31 | 10.98% |
| 2019-12-31 | 13.44% |
| 2018-12-31 | 15.67% |
| 2017-12-31 | 10.48% |
| 2016-12-31 | 19.21% |
| 2015-12-31 | 6.88% |
| 2014-12-31 | 12.75% |
| 2013-12-31 | 9.06% |
| 2012-12-31 | 14.56% |
| 2011-12-31 | 13.87% |
| 2010-12-31 | 11.43% |
| 2009-12-31 | 7.41% |
| 2008-12-31 | 18.32% |
| 2007-12-31 | 23.51% |
| 2006-12-31 | 16.15% |
| 2005-12-31 | 15.17% |
| 2004-12-31 | 16.22% |
| 2003-12-31 | 23.05% |
| 2002-12-31 | 11.93% |
| 2001-12-31 | 11.91% |
| 2000-12-31 | 24.85% |
| 1999-12-31 | 26.78% |
| 1998-12-31 | -28.83% |
| 1997-12-31 | 11.01% |
| 1996-12-31 | 11.12% |
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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