Burford Capital Limited (BUR) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure15 years of earnings data (2011–2025) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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Burford Capital Limited (BUR) Earnings Overview
As of June 23, 2026, Burford Capital Limited (BUR) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $63M, reflecting -57.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $0.29 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 18.4%.
Looking at the long-term picture, BUR's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -15.5%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $611M in fiscal 2023.
Burford Capital Limited maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 57.0%, operating margin of 24.7%, and net margin of 18.4%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including LPRO (-$5M net income, -4.5% margin), PFLT ($62M net income, 38.7% margin), ECPG ($296M net income, 14.6% margin), BUR has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare BUR vs LPRO →
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BUR Historical Earnings Data (2011–2025)
15 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $63M | -57.3% | $84M | $0.28 | 18.4% | 24.7% |
| 2024 | $146M | -76.0% | $254M | $0.66 | 31.0% | 53.7% |
| 2023 | $611M | +1901.3% | $816M | $2.74 | 56.6% | 75.6% |
| 2022 | $31M | +206.1% | $109M | $0.14 | 11.3% | 40.3% |
| 2021 | -$29M | -120.1% | $3M | $-0.26 | -26.6% | 2.6% |
| 2020 | $143M | -32.5% | $209M | $0.65 | 45.2% | 65.9% |
| 2019 | $212M | -33.2% | $226M | $0.97 | 64.7% | 68.8% |
| 2018 | $318M | +27.4% | $342M | $1.51 | 81.9% | 88.3% |
| 2017 | $249M | +129.0% | $273M | $1.20 | 78.1% | 85.5% |
| 2016 | $109M | +65.8% | $118M | $0.53 | 72.7% | 78.6% |
| 2015 | $66M | +40.8% | $0 | $0.31 | 69.8% | 0.0% |
| 2014 | $47M | +1650.0% | $0 | $0.22 | 59.4% | 0.0% |
| 2013 | $3M | -84.7% | $2M | $0.01 | 4.5% | 3.7% |
| 2012 | $17M | +9.4% | $17M | $0.10 | 36.6% | 35.7% |
| 2011 | $16M | - | $16M | $0.09 | 63.6% | 63.6% |
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BUR — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BUR stock.
What is BUR earnings per share (EPS)?
BUR trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $0.29, reflecting -57.6% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -15.5%. Complete EPS history from 2011 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Burford Capital Limited's net income?
Burford Capital Limited (BUR) trailing twelve-month net income is $63M as of 2025. Earnings declined -57.6% year-over-year. Burford Capital Limited has been profitable for 4 consecutive years.
Is BUR profitable?
Yes, BUR is profitable with a TTM net income of $63M and a net profit margin of +18.4%. Burford Capital Limited has generated profits for 4 consecutive years.
What is BUR's earnings growth rate?
BUR compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -57.6%, 3-Year: +26.0%, 5-Year: -15.5%, 10-Year: -1.0%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 2011 to 2025.
What are BUR's profit margins?
Burford Capital Limited net profit margin is +18.4%, operating margin is +24.7%, and gross margin is +57.0%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +2.0%.
Is BUR growing earnings?
BUR earnings are declining — EPS fell -57.6% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $63M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -15.5%.
What was BUR's best earnings year?
Burford Capital Limited's highest annual net income on record is $611M, achieved in fiscal year 2023. Earnings history on this page spans 2011 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were BUR's earnings last quarter?
BUR's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2025. Net income was $-37M with diluted EPS of $-0.17. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.