Ternary, layer-type, transition metal phosphosulphide, PdPS, is synthesized by vapour transport method and used as battery electrode for lithium-ion battery. The performance of the electrode in bulk form is enhanced when it is made into a composite with reduced graphene oxide (rGO). The specific capacity, capacity retention and cycling behaviour at different current densities have been investigated. Relatively stable capacities of 350 mAh g(-1) at a current density of 25 mA g(-1) and 200 mAh g(-1) at 100 mA g(-1) are observed. The composite electrode is found to be active for sodium-ion battery as well. (C) 2017 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.