PPL Shareholders Approve New Stock Incentive Plan Authorizing 30.5 Million Shares

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PPL Corporation shareholders approved an updated stock incentive plan, authorizing 30.5 million shares for future equity awards to employees and directors.

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• Stock Incentive Plan Approved

  Shareholders approved the PPL Corporation Second Amended and Restated 2012 Stock Incentive Plan at the Annual Meeting.

• Share Authorization

  The approved plan authorizes the issuance of up to 30.5 million shares for various equity awards, including options and restricted stock units.

• Director Elections

  All nine director nominees were elected by shareholders.

• Executive Compensation Approved

  The advisory vote on the 2025 compensation of named executive officers was approved.

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Shareholders approved the Second Amended and Restated 2012 Stock Incentive Plan, which authorizes the company to issue up to 30.5 million shares for employee and director compensation. While this provides a significant pool for future equity awards, representing over 4% of the current market capitalization, it is a common practice for incentivizing key personnel. The plan also includes governance features like a cap on non-employee director awards and a prohibition on repricing options without shareholder approval.