Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) Earnings History
Growth Compounder37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $1.14B, reflecting -0.5% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.05 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 7.7%.
Looking at the long-term picture, BDX's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +16.6%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $2.09B in fiscal 2021.
Becton, Dickinson and Company maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 45.4%, operating margin of 11.8%, and net margin of 7.7%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including BAX (-$1.10B net income, -8.5% margin), BSX ($2.89B net income, 14.4% margin), MDT ($4.61B net income, 13.9% margin), BDX has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare BDX vs BAX →
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BDX Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.68B | -1.6% | $2.58B | $5.83 | 7.7% | 11.8% |
| 2024 | $1.71B | +14.9% | $2.40B | $5.86 | 8.4% | 11.9% |
| 2023 | $1.48B | -16.6% | $2.11B | $4.94 | 7.7% | 10.9% |
| 2022 | $1.78B | -15.0% | $2.28B | $5.88 | 9.4% | 12.1% |
| 2021 | $2.09B | +139.4% | $2.25B | $6.85 | 10.9% | 11.8% |
| 2020 | $874M | -29.1% | $912M | $2.71 | 5.4% | 5.7% |
| 2019 | $1.23B | +296.5% | $1.76B | $3.89 | 7.1% | 10.2% |
| 2018 | $311M | -71.7% | $1.51B | $0.60 | 1.9% | 9.4% |
| 2017 | $1.10B | +12.7% | $1.52B | $4.60 | 9.1% | 12.6% |
| 2016 | $976M | +40.4% | $1.43B | $4.49 | 7.8% | 11.5% |
| 2015 | $695M | -41.4% | $1.07B | $3.35 | 6.8% | 10.4% |
| 2014 | $1.19B | -8.4% | $1.61B | $5.99 | 14.0% | 19.0% |
| 2013 | $1.29B | +10.5% | $1.25B | $6.49 | 16.1% | 15.6% |
| 2012 | $1.17B | -7.9% | $1.56B | $5.59 | 15.2% | 20.2% |
| 2011 | $1.27B | -3.5% | $1.67B | $5.62 | 16.8% | 22.0% |
| 2010 | $1.32B | +7.0% | $1.58B | $5.49 | 18.5% | 22.2% |
| 2009 | $1.23B | +9.3% | $1.59B | $4.99 | 17.6% | 22.8% |
| 2008 | $1.13B | +26.6% | $1.54B | $4.46 | 15.9% | 21.7% |
| 2007 | $890M | +18.3% | $1.20B | $3.49 | 14.0% | 18.9% |
| 2006 | $752M | +4.2% | $1.14B | $2.93 | 13.1% | 19.9% |
| 2005 | $722M | +54.5% | $1.03B | $2.77 | 13.3% | 19.0% |
| 2004 | $467M | -14.6% | $787M | $1.77 | 9.5% | 16.0% |
| 2003 | $547M | +14.0% | $761M | $2.07 | 12.3% | 17.1% |
| 2002 | $480M | +19.5% | $674M | $1.79 | 12.1% | 17.0% |
| 2001 | $402M | +2.2% | $646M | $1.49 | 10.7% | 17.2% |
| 2000 | $393M | +42.5% | $572M | $1.49 | 10.9% | 15.8% |
| 1999 | $276M | +16.5% | $521M | $1.04 | 8.1% | 15.2% |
| 1998 | $237M | -21.2% | $496M | $0.90 | 7.6% | 15.9% |
| 1997 | $300M | +5.8% | $451M | $1.15 | 10.7% | 16.0% |
| 1996 | $284M | +12.7% | $431M | $1.06 | 10.2% | 15.6% |
| 1995 | $252M | +10.8% | $397M | $0.90 | 9.3% | 14.6% |
| 1994 | $227M | +216.9% | $325M | $0.76 | 8.9% | 12.7% |
| 1993 | $72M | -64.3% | $270M | $0.22 | 2.9% | 11.0% |
| 1992 | $201M | +5.8% | $329M | $0.65 | 8.5% | 13.9% |
| 1991 | $190M | +4.1% | $314M | $0.61 | 8.7% | 14.4% |
| 1990 | $182M | +7.9% | $306M | $0.59 | 9.1% | 15.2% |
| 1989 | $169M | - | $256M | $0.54 | 9.3% | 14.1% |
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BDX — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BDX stock.
What is BDX earnings per share (EPS)?
BDX trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $4.05, reflecting -0.5% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +16.6%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Becton, Dickinson and Company's net income?
Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) trailing twelve-month net income is $1.1B as of 2025. Earnings declined -0.5% year-over-year. Becton, Dickinson and Company has been profitable for 37 consecutive years.
Is BDX profitable?
Yes, BDX is profitable with a TTM net income of $1.1B and a net profit margin of +7.7%. Becton, Dickinson and Company has generated profits for 37 consecutive years.
What is BDX's earnings growth rate?
BDX compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -0.5%, 3-Year: -0.3%, 5-Year: +16.6%, 10-Year: +5.7%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are BDX's profit margins?
Becton, Dickinson and Company net profit margin is +7.7%, operating margin is +11.8%, and gross margin is +45.4%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +6.5%.
Is BDX growing earnings?
BDX earnings growth is slowing. Current YoY EPS growth of -0.5% trails the 5-year CAGR of +16.6%. TTM net income is $1.1B.
What was BDX's best earnings year?
Becton, Dickinson and Company's highest annual net income on record is $2.1B, achieved in fiscal year 2021. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were BDX's earnings last quarter?
BDX's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $-311M with diluted EPS of $-1.11. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.