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PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) is a U.S. energy company based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, focused on providing electricity and natural gas safely, reliably and affordably to more than 3.6 million customers in the United States. The PPL news feed on Stock Titan aggregates company announcements, utility subsidiary updates and regulatory developments that shape the outlook for this regulated utility group.
Investors following PPL news will see regular disclosures on earnings, capital investment plans and financing activities. For example, PPL reports quarterly and year-to-date financial results, discusses earnings from ongoing operations and provides updated earnings forecasts and growth targets. News items also cover decisions by state regulators in Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Rhode Island on rate cases, certificates of public convenience and necessity and cost recovery mechanisms that affect PPL’s revenue and investment profile.
PPL’s subsidiaries generate frequent headlines of their own. LG&E and KU in Kentucky announce approvals for new natural gas combined-cycle generation units, environmental upgrades at existing plants and agreements with stakeholders on base rate adjustments that support system hardening and reliability improvements. PPL Electric Utilities in Pennsylvania issues news on grid modernization investments, distribution rate filings and initiatives to strengthen infrastructure and customer service.
Capital markets and corporate finance updates are another key theme in PPL-related news. Recent releases describe PPL Capital Funding’s issuance and pricing of exchangeable senior notes guaranteed by PPL Corporation, as well as the company’s use of forward equity agreements to raise capital. Together, these stories provide insight into how PPL funds its long-term, capital-intensive utility operations.
By reviewing the PPL news page, readers can track how regulatory decisions, infrastructure projects, financing transactions and strategic technology initiatives contribute to PPL’s stated goal of building smarter, more resilient and more dynamic power grids. Frequent updates make this page a useful reference for understanding ongoing developments across PPL’s multi-state utility operations.
PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) announced a quarterly common stock dividend of $0.4150 per share, payable on July 1, 2021, to shareholders of record as of June 10, 2021. Headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, PPL is a leading player in the U.S. utility sector, serving approximately 10 million customers across the U.S. and the U.K. The company emphasizes reliability and superior customer service, supported by a workforce of over 12,000 employees. This dividend reflects PPL's commitment to delivering value for its shareholders.
PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) reported its commitment to delivering reliable energy during the COVID-19 pandemic in its annual meeting on May 18, 2021. CEO Vincent Sorgi highlighted the company's $3 billion investment in infrastructure and $2 million in COVID-19 relief. Strategic transactions, including the sale of its UK utility to National Grid and acquiring The Narragansett Electric Company, are expected to enhance PPL's growth and financial profile. The company aims to achieve industry-leading performance while fostering community engagement and sustaining a diverse workplace.
PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) reported a net loss of $1.84 billion, or $2.39 per share, for Q1 2021, a sharp decline from earnings of $554 million, or $0.72 per share, in Q1 2020. Adjusted earnings from ongoing operations increased to $219 million, or $0.28 per share, from $206 million, or $0.27. The loss was mainly due to a non-cash net loss related to the sale of its U.K. utility business, Western Power Distribution, sold for £7.8 billion. PPL aims to close this sale by July and expects to finalize an acquisition of The Narragansett Electric Company by March 2022.
PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) will announce its consolidated first-quarter 2021 earnings on May 6, 2021. The company's executive team, led by President and CEO Vincent Sorgi, will discuss the results and business outlook during a conference call at 11 a.m. Eastern Time. Interested parties can join the call via webcast or telephone. A replay will be available for 90 days on the company's investor site. PPL serves 10 million customers across the U.S. and U.K. with a workforce of over 12,000 employees.
Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company have reached an agreement regarding their rate review with the Kentucky Public Service Commission. The agreement reduces the initially requested rate increase and introduces an Economic Relief bill credit to lessen the impact for customers over the first year. It includes no change to the basic residential service charge, a commitment to maintain base rates for four years, and enhanced support for low-income customers. If approved, new rates would take effect on July 1, 2021.
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PPL Electric Utilities urges homeowners to call 811 before any digging projects to prevent accidents and damage to underground utilities. Pennsylvania law mandates this call at least three business days in advance of excavation, providing a safety measure for both homeowners and utility crews. A survey revealed that while nearly 40% of homeowners plan to dig this year, almost half are unaware of the necessity to call 811. In 2019, there were 532,000 excavation-related damages costing approximately $30 million. PPL Electric Utilities serves over 1.4 million customers in Pennsylvania.
PPL Corporation announced significant leadership changes on April 5, 2021. Gregory N. Dudkin has been promoted to executive vice president and chief operating officer, while Stephanie R. Raymond will succeed him as president of PPL Electric Utilities effective April 12, 2021. Dudkin has spearheaded improvements in customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, while Raymond has overseen successful smart grid enhancements. These transitions aim to strengthen PPL's position as a U.S.-focused energy company, especially amid ongoing acquisitions to expand their operations in Rhode Island.
PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) announced the appointment of Wendy E. Stark as senior vice president, general counsel, and corporate secretary, effective April 12, 2021. She replaces Joanne Raphael, who will transition to executive vice president and chief legal officer until her retirement on June 1, 2021. Stark brings over 20 years of legal experience, primarily in the public utility sector, previously serving at Pepco Holdings. PPL continues to focus on creating long-term stakeholder value and enhancing customer service as it enters a new century of operations.