Acacia Research Corporation (ACTG) Earnings History
Net Loss31 years of earnings data (1995–2025) · Currently unprofitable on a TTM basis
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Acacia Research Corporation (ACTG) Earnings Overview
As of November 8, 2026, Acacia Research Corporation (ACTG) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$18M, reflecting +161.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-0.18 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 7.6%.
Looking at the long-term picture, ACTG's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -31.7%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $149M in fiscal 2021.
Acacia Research Corporation is currently reporting a net loss, though operating performance should be evaluated in the context of growth investments and industry dynamics View revenue history →
Compared to peers including IDCC ($315M net income, 48.8% margin), VHC (-$20M net income, -11250.0% margin), QCOM ($13.63B net income, 31.6% margin), ACTG has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare ACTG vs IDCC →
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ACTG Historical Earnings Data (1995–2025)
31 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22M | +160.1% | $6M | $0.22 | 7.6% | 2.2% |
| 2024 | -$36M | -153.8% | -$33M | $-0.36 | -29.5% | -26.9% |
| 2023 | $67M | +153.6% | $21M | $0.58 | 53.6% | 16.7% |
| 2022 | -$125M | -183.8% | -$40M | $-1.21 | -211.2% | -67.7% |
| 2021 | $149M | +36.6% | $15M | $1.91 | 169.5% | 16.5% |
| 2020 | $109M | +738.2% | -$20M | $1.48 | 366.8% | -65.5% |
| 2019 | -$17M | +83.7% | -$23M | $-0.34 | -152.2% | -208.2% |
| 2018 | -$105M | -573.5% | -$25M | $-2.10 | -79.9% | -18.9% |
| 2017 | $22M | +141.0% | -$27M | $0.44 | 33.9% | -41.7% |
| 2016 | -$54M | +66.2% | -$37M | $-1.08 | -35.4% | -24.5% |
| 2015 | -$160M | -142.4% | -$153M | $-3.23 | -128.0% | -122.1% |
| 2014 | -$66M | -17.0% | -$62M | $-1.32 | -50.5% | -47.5% |
| 2013 | -$56M | -194.9% | -$83M | $-1.17 | -43.2% | -63.5% |
| 2012 | $59M | +197.6% | $80M | $1.21 | 23.7% | 32.1% |
| 2011 | $20M | -41.3% | $30M | $0.50 | 11.6% | 17.6% |
| 2010 | $34M | +401.6% | $39M | $0.97 | 25.8% | 29.3% |
| 2009 | -$11M | +17.9% | -$6M | $-0.38 | -16.8% | -8.5% |
| 2008 | -$14M | +10.9% | -$14M | $-0.47 | -28.5% | -29.5% |
| 2007 | -$15M | -181.0% | -$10M | $-0.54 | -29.4% | -18.1% |
| 2006 | -$5M | +12.4% | -$7M | $-0.20 | -15.8% | -20.0% |
| 2005 | -$6M | -13.2% | -$7M | $-0.24 | -32.1% | -37.0% |
| 2004 | -$6M | -1.7% | -$6M | $-0.28 | -129.4% | -141.3% |
| 2003 | -$5M | +57.3% | -$6M | $-0.28 | -787.7% | -868.9% |
| 2002 | -$13M | +42.7% | -$10M | $-0.65 | -29660.5% | -22941.9% |
| 2001 | -$22M | +42.8% | -$43M | $-1.16 | -90.4% | -175.3% |
| 2000 | -$39M | -375.3% | -$37M | $-2.38 | -68349.1% | -65198.2% |
| 1999 | -$8M | -32.4% | -$10M | $-0.75 | -6718.9% | -7839.3% |
| 1998 | -$6M | -116.4% | -$6M | $-0.32 | -1620.2% | -1529.3% |
| 1997 | -$3M | -770.6% | -$4M | $-0.15 | -662.2% | -815.3% |
| 1996 | $426,420 | -79.3% | $1M | $0.02 | 13.2% | 31.5% |
| 1995 | $2M | - | $2M | $0.09 | 64.6% | 56.2% |
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ACTG — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ACTG stock.
What is ACTG earnings per share (EPS)?
ACTG trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $-0.18, reflecting +161.1% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -31.7%. Complete EPS history from 1995 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Acacia Research Corporation's net income?
Acacia Research Corporation (ACTG) trailing twelve-month net income is $-18M as of 2025. Earnings grew +161.1% year-over-year.
Is ACTG profitable?
ACTG is not currently profitable on a TTM basis, reporting a net loss of $-18M. Net margin is +7.6%. Investors should monitor for a return to profitability.
What is ACTG's earnings growth rate?
ACTG compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: N/A, 3-Year: N/A, 5-Year: -31.7%, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1995 to 2025.
What are ACTG's profit margins?
Acacia Research Corporation net profit margin is +7.6%, operating margin is +2.2%, and gross margin is +82.5%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +3.8%.
Is ACTG growing earnings?
Yes, ACTG earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +161.1% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of -31.7%. TTM net income reached $-18M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was ACTG's best earnings year?
Acacia Research Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $149M, achieved in fiscal year 2021. Earnings history on this page spans 1995 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were ACTG's earnings last quarter?
ACTG's most recent reported quarter was Q3 2026. Net income was $-6M with diluted EPS of $-0.06. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.