PPL Reports Strong 2025 Earnings, Raises Dividend, and Extends EPS Growth Targets Through 2029

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PPL Corporation announced strong 2025 earnings, issued positive 2026 guidance, increased its quarterly dividend by 4.6%, and expanded its capital investment plan through 2029, extending its EPS growth targets.

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• Reports Strong 2025 Earnings

  PPL achieved 2025 earnings from ongoing operations of $1.81 per share, representing 7.1% growth over 2024, meeting its targeted forecast.

• Provides Positive 2026 Earnings Guidance

  The company forecasts 2026 earnings from ongoing operations in the range of $1.90 to $1.98 per share, with a midpoint of $1.94, indicating a 7.2% increase over 2025.

• Increases Quarterly Common Stock Dividend

  PPL announced a 4.6% increase in its quarterly common stock dividend, raising it from $0.2725 to $0.2850 per share, payable April 1, 2026.

• Expands Capital Investment Plan

  The capital plan was updated to $23 billion for 2026-2029 (up from $20 billion for 2025-2028), targeting approximately 10.3% average annual rate base growth.

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PPL Corporation delivered solid 2025 financial results, meeting its ongoing earnings per share target with 7.1% growth. The company provided a robust 2026 earnings forecast, projecting a 7.2% increase, and notably extended its annual EPS growth target of 6% to 8% through at least 2029. This long-term outlook is supported by an expanded $23 billion capital plan for infrastructure investments, which is expected to drive significant rate base growth. The 4.6% increase in the quarterly common stock dividend signals confidence in future cash flows and commitment to shareholder returns. While the plan includes $3 billion in equity needs, $1 billion has already been executed, and this capital is essential to fund the substantial growth initiatives.