PPL Corporation (PPL) is currently trading at $32.03. Based on 15 Wall Street analysts, the average target price is $40.33, implying a 25.9% upside. The consensus recommendation is BUY.

Over the past 30 days, the feed records 1 target raise and 1 target cut for PPL. Over the past 90 days, the feed records 4 target raises and 6 target cuts for PPL.

PPL

PPL Corporation

UtilitiesOpinion: buy

Opinion Criteria: Based on the consensus of Wall Street analysts. Strong Buy (1.0-1.5), Buy (1.5-2.5), Hold (2.5-3.5), Sell (3.5-4.5), Strong Sell (4.5-5.0).

Price (USD)

$32.03

Consensus target price range

Low–high band from analyst PT changes in the last 3 months; median & sample mean vs current price

LowHigh
$35.00$45.00
Current $32.03
Median: $40.50Mean: $40.50Current: $32.03

Recent price target updates (latest 80)

  • Morgan StanleySep 18, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $42.00 → $39.00

  • RBC CapitalSep 15, 2026

    PT action: Announces

    $0.00 → $35.00

  • JefferiesAug 25, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $48.00 → $44.00

  • Morgan StanleyAug 21, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $43.00 → $42.00

  • Evercore ISI GroupAug 17, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $44.00 → $42.00

  • BMO CapitalAug 10, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $40.00 → $38.00

  • BMO CapitalJul 22, 2026

    PT action: Raises

    $39.00 → $40.00

  • B of A SecuritiesJul 20, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $42.00 → $39.00

  • JP MorganJul 16, 2026

    PT action: Raises

    $42.00 → $45.00

  • BarclaysJul 14, 2026

    PT action: Raises

    $39.00 → $41.00

  • MizuhoJun 5, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $38.00 → $37.00

  • BMO CapitalJun 5, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $40.00 → $39.00

  • JP MorganMay 14, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $43.00 → $42.00

  • BarclaysMay 11, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $41.00 → $39.00

  • BMO CapitalMay 11, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $42.00 → $40.00

  • Morgan StanleyApr 21, 2026

    PT action: Lowers

    $44.00 → $43.00

  • JefferiesApr 13, 2026

    PT action: Raises

    $40.00 → $48.00

  • BarclaysApr 8, 2026

    PT action: Raises

    $40.00 → $41.00

  • BMO CapitalMar 16, 2026

    PT action: Raises

    $41.00 → $42.00

  • MizuhoMar 16, 2026

    PT action: Raises

    $39.00 → $40.00

Band uses only the revised target (Current column) from firm actions dated within the last 3 months—not the Prior price.

Avg Target

$40.33

Based on 15 analysts

Analyst Recommendations

Buy (12)Hold (4)Sell (0)

Upside

+25.92%

Market Cap

$24.10B

Financial & Investment Metrics

Next Earnings Date
Nov 4, 2026D-39
P/E Ratio (TTM)18.95
Forward P/E15.12
P/B Ratio1.60
Dividend Yield3.56%
Return on Equity (ROE)8.63%
Operating Margin23.59%
Debt to Equity135.43
Beta (Volatility)0.58
52 Week Range$31.55 - $40.11
LowCurrent: $32.03High

Insider Sentiment Index (Last 6 Months)

Counts and listings exclude stock awards, gifts, and option exercises—open-market purchases and sales only.

Buy vs Sell (Count)

Insider Buys: 0Insider Sells: 10

Whale Trades (C-Level Large Buys)

No major insider buying detected recently.

Recent Insider Transactions

DateNamePositionTransactionShares
6/12/2026CORNETT JOHN GREGORYOfficerSale at price 35.56 per share.7,051
8/27/2025CROCKETT JOHN R IIIOfficerSale at price 36.56 per share.15,791
7/29/2025BONENBERGER DAVID JOfficerSale at price 35.86 per share.2,165
5/27/2025HENNINGER TADD JOfficer and TreasurerSale at price 34.98 per share.1,076
5/27/2025BONENBERGER DAVID JChief Operating OfficerSale at price 34.98 per share.1,767
5/27/2025MARTIN CHRISTINE M.OfficerSale at price 34.98 per share.306
5/23/2025GOSMAN ANGELA KOfficerSale at price 34.66 per share.6,533
2/28/2025MARTIN CHRISTINE M.OfficerSale at price 34.78 per share.1,146
2/18/2025HENNINGER TADD JOfficer and TreasurerSale at price 33.86 per share.2,248
2/18/2025BONENBERGER DAVID JOfficerSale at price 33.86 per share.4,523

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the current target price and upside for PPL?

A. The current target price for PPL Corporation is $40.33, which implies a 25.9% upside from the current price of $32.03. This is based on the consensus of 15 Wall Street analysts.

Q. What is the current analyst recommendation for PPL?

A. Currently, there are 3 Strong Buy, 9 Buy, 4 Hold, 0 Sell, and 0 Strong Sell ratings. The overall consensus is BUY.

Q. Are insiders buying PPL stock recently?

A. Over the past 6 months, there have been 0 insider buys and 10 insider sells. Insider selling is more prominent recently.

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