PPL Corporation (PPL) Free Cash Flow (FCF): $-1.62B
The free cash flow (FCF) for PPL Corporation (PPL) is $-1.62B. It is below its 12-month average by 73.85% ($-933.00M).
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PPL Free Cash Flow (FCF) Metrics
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF)
$-1.62B
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG TTM
$-933.00M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 3Y
$-730.75M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 5Y
$-358.33M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 10Y
$-450.45M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 15Y
$-447.69M
FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) AVG 20Y
$-282.95M
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-73.85%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-121.96%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-352.65%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-260.08%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-262.31%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-473.24%
FCF Analysis
Free Cash Flow (TTM)
$-1.62B
FCF Yield
N/A
Price/FCF
N/A
Formula: FCF = Operating Cash Flow - Capital Expenditures
Why FCF matters:
- Shows actual cash available (not accounting earnings)
- Funds dividends, buybacks, and debt reduction
- Less susceptible to accounting manipulation than net income
- Key metric for DCF valuation models
PPL Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) Formula & Definition
Free Cash Flow represents the cash a company generates after accounting for capital expenditures. It's the cash available for dividends, buybacks, debt reduction, or reinvestment.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
PPL Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) FAQ
- What is the free cash flow (FCF) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The free cash flow (FCF) for PPL stock is $-1.62B.
- What is the TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The TTM average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL stock is $-933.00M.
- What is the 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 3Y average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL stock is $-730.75M.
- What is the 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 5Y average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL stock is $-358.33M.
- What is the 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 10Y average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL stock is $-450.45M.
- What is the 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 15Y average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL stock is $-447.69M.
- What is the 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL Corporation (PPL)?
- The 20Y average free cash flow (FCF) for PPL stock is $-282.95M.
PPL Corporation Free Cash Flow (FCF) History
| DATE | FREE CASH FLOW (FCF) |
|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $-1.40B |
| 2024-12-31 | $-465.00M |
| 2023-12-31 | $-632.00M |
| 2022-12-31 | $-425.00M |
| 2021-12-31 | $297.00M |
| 2020-12-31 | $476.00M |
| 2019-12-31 | $-656.00M |
| 2018-12-31 | $-417.00M |
| 2017-12-31 | $-710.00M |
| 2016-12-31 | $-67.00M |
| 2015-12-31 | $-955.00M |
| 2014-12-31 | $-782.00M |
| 2013-12-31 | $-1.45B |
| 2012-12-31 | $-341.00M |
| 2011-12-31 | $20.00M |
| 2010-12-31 | $345.00M |
| 2009-12-31 | $555.00M |
| 2008-12-31 | $-161.00M |
| 2007-12-31 | $-114.00M |
| 2006-12-31 | $364.00M |
| 2005-12-31 | $577.00M |
| 2004-12-31 | $703.00M |
| 2003-12-31 | $569.00M |
| 2002-12-31 | $148.00M |
| 2001-12-31 | $343.00M |
| 2000-12-31 | $405.00M |
| 1999-12-31 | $326.00M |
| 1998-12-31 | $333.00M |
| 1997-12-31 | $467.00M |
| 1996-12-31 | $433.00M |
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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