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PPL P/E Ratio Analysis

21.3x

Updated 1275h ago·SEC filings & market data

Key Takeaway

The P/E ratio of 21.3x means investors pay $21.30 for every $1 of the company’s past earnings.

Sector Performance

45th percentile

PPL

21.3x

Sector Median

22.9x

Sector Avg

34.3x

Prior Period

22.0x(Aug 2026)

↑ Improving

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Deep Analysis

The P/E ratio of 21.3x means investors pay $21.30 for every $1 of the company’s past earnings.

This sits below the sector median of 23.4x, placing PPL in the 44th percentile among sector peers, so it is slightly cheaper than a typical peer. Year-over-year change is not available, but the quarter-over-quarter change is -3.5%, moving from 22.0x down to 21.3x. With a level below the median and a recent decline, valuation pressure is easing, which could limit downside if earnings hold but also signals softer market sentiment. This supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict, as the multiple is neither stretched nor a clear bargain.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about PPL?

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.

How is the P/E Ratio calculated?

P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.

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The Formula

Price / EPS

Why It Matters

Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.