PPL Corporation (PPL)

Return on equity (ROE)

Dec 31, 2023 Sep 30, 2023 Jun 30, 2023 Mar 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Sep 30, 2022 Jun 30, 2022 Mar 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Sep 30, 2021 Jun 30, 2021 Mar 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020 Sep 30, 2020 Jun 30, 2020 Mar 31, 2020 Dec 31, 2019 Sep 30, 2019 Jun 30, 2019 Mar 31, 2019
Net income (ttm) US$ in thousands 740,000 817,000 761,000 768,000 756,000 700,000 733,000 633,000 -1,480,000 -1,324,000 -1,250,000 -925,000 1,469,000 1,543,000 1,737,000 1,834,000 1,746,000 1,797,000 1,767,000 1,841,000
Total stockholders’ equity US$ in thousands 13,933,000 14,012,000 13,959,000 14,033,000 13,915,000 13,881,000 13,870,000 13,865,000 13,723,000 14,576,000 14,952,000 11,554,000 13,373,000 13,686,000 13,044,000 13,241,000 12,991,000 11,902,000 11,983,000 12,172,000
ROE 5.31% 5.83% 5.45% 5.47% 5.43% 5.04% 5.28% 4.57% -10.78% -9.08% -8.36% -8.01% 10.98% 11.27% 13.32% 13.85% 13.44% 15.10% 14.75% 15.12%

December 31, 2023 calculation

ROE = Net income (ttm) ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $740,000K ÷ $13,933,000K
= 5.31%

Based on the provided data, PPL Corp's return on equity (ROE) has shown relatively stable performance over the past eight quarters, ranging from 4.57% to 5.82%. The ROE for Q4 2023 stands at 5.30%, indicating a moderate return generated on shareholder equity during that period.

Overall, PPL Corp's ROE has generally remained within a consistent range, reflecting the company's ability to generate earnings relative to the equity invested by shareholders. While the ROE has experienced some fluctuations, the figures indicate a reasonable level of profitability and efficiency in utilizing shareholder funds.

It is important to assess other financial metrics and consider external factors to gain a more comprehensive understanding of PPL Corp's financial performance and potential future outlook.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2023