PPL Corporation (PPL) Current Ratio: 0.86
Is PPL Corporation’s current ratio high or low?
PPL Corporation's current ratio of 0.86 is 25% below its 5-year average of 1.15, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.75–2.16).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. In line with its 12-month average of 0.86.
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PPL Current Ratio Metrics
CURRENT RATIO
0.86
CURRENT RATIO AVG TTM
0.86
CURRENT RATIO AVG 3Y
0.84
CURRENT RATIO AVG 5Y
1.15
CURRENT RATIO AVG 10Y
0.89
CURRENT RATIO AVG 15Y
0.85
CURRENT RATIO AVG 20Y
0.90
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
+0.00%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
+2.69%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-25.22%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-3.27%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
+0.86%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-4.39%
PPL Competitors' Current Ratio
| NAME | MARKET CAP | CURRENT RATIO | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PPL Corporation (PPL) | $26.58B | 0.86 | 0.86 | 0.84 | 1.15 |
| FirstEnergy Corp. (FE)vs › | $26.66B | 0.57 | 0.56 | 0.55 | 0.61 |
| Eversource Energy (ES)vs › | $25.97B | 0.65 | 0.71 | 0.67 | 0.65 |
| CenterPoint Energy, Inc. (CNP)vs › | $27.89B | 0.91 | 1.00 | 0.92 | 1.00 |
| American Water Works Company, Inc. (AWK)vs › | $24.95B | 0.46 | 0.43 | 0.48 | 0.56 |
| Atmos Energy Corporation (ATO)vs › | $28.32B | 0.67 | 0.80 | 0.78 | 0.75 |
| Ameren Corporation (AEE)vs › | $30.14B | 0.66 | 0.66 | 0.69 | 0.70 |
| CMS Energy Corporation (CMS)vs › | $22.65B | 0.98 | 0.89 | 0.97 | 0.98 |
| NiSource Inc. (NI)vs › | $22.65B | 0.69 | 0.60 | 0.65 | 0.67 |
| Alliant Energy Corporation (LNT)vs › | $18.81B | 0.80 | 0.62 | 0.58 | 0.59 |
Liquidity Analysis
Current Ratio
0.86
Quick Ratio
0.74
PPL Corporation Current Ratio Formula & Definition
Current Ratio = Current Assets / Current Liabilities
The current ratio measures short-term liquidity — a company's ability to cover current liabilities with current assets. Above 1.0 indicates positive working capital.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
PPL Corporation Current Ratio FAQ
- What is the current ratio for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The current ratio for PPL stock is 0.86.
- Is PPL Corporation's current ratio high or low?
- PPL Corporation's current ratio of 0.86 is 25% below its 5-year average of 1.15, near the low end of its 5-year range (0.75–2.16).
- What is the TTM average current ratio for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The TTM average current ratio for PPL stock is 0.86.
- What is the 3Y average current ratio for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 3Y average current ratio for PPL stock is 0.84.
- What is the 5Y average current ratio for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 5Y average current ratio for PPL stock is 1.15.
- What is the 10Y average current ratio for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 10Y average current ratio for PPL stock is 0.89.
- What is the 15Y average current ratio for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 15Y average current ratio for PPL stock is 0.85.
- What is the 20Y average current ratio for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 20Y average current ratio for PPL stock is 0.90.
PPL Corporation Current Ratio History
| DATE | CURRENT RATIO |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 0.86 |
| 2024-12-31 | 0.86 |
| 2023-12-31 | 0.88 |
| 2022-12-31 | 0.75 |
| 2021-12-31 | 2.16 |
| 2020-12-31 | 1.39 |
| 2019-12-31 | 0.56 |
| 2018-12-31 | 0.53 |
| 2017-12-31 | 0.57 |
| 2016-12-31 | 0.54 |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.68 |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.81 |
| 2013-12-31 | 1.05 |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.90 |
| 2011-12-31 | 1.22 |
| 2010-12-31 | 1.19 |
| 2009-12-31 | 1.14 |
| 2008-12-31 | 1.01 |
| 2007-12-31 | 1.10 |
| 2006-12-31 | 1.08 |
| 2005-12-31 | 0.87 |
| 2004-12-31 | 0.99 |
| 2003-12-31 | 1.14 |
| 2002-12-31 | 0.70 |
| 2001-12-31 | 1.27 |
| 2000-12-31 | 0.77 |
| 1999-12-31 | 0.57 |
| 1998-12-31 | 0.75 |
| 1997-12-31 | 0.90 |
| 1996-12-31 | 1.21 |
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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