First Busey Corporation (BUSE) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure31 years of earnings data (1995–2025) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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First Busey Corporation (BUSE) Earnings Overview
As of November 8, 2026, First Busey Corporation (BUSE) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $230M, reflecting -25.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $2.74 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 18.8%.
Looking at the long-term picture, BUSE's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -4.3%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $135M in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
First Busey Corporation maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 92.7%, operating margin of 25.9%, and net margin of 18.8%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MBWM ($96M net income, 36.6% margin), FULT ($413M net income, 29.9% margin), NBTB ($218M net income, 25.7% margin), BUSE has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare BUSE vs MBWM →
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BUSE Historical Earnings Data (1995–2025)
31 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $135M | +19.0% | $187M | $1.47 | 18.8% | 25.9% |
| 2024 | $114M | -7.2% | $153M | $1.98 | 24.6% | 33.2% |
| 2023 | $123M | -4.5% | $154M | $2.18 | 27.8% | 34.9% |
| 2022 | $128M | +3.9% | $162M | $2.29 | 28.5% | 35.9% |
| 2021 | $123M | +23.0% | $157M | $2.20 | 30.6% | 38.9% |
| 2020 | $100M | -2.5% | $128M | $1.83 | 25.0% | 32.0% |
| 2019 | $103M | +4.1% | $134M | $1.87 | 25.5% | 33.3% |
| 2018 | $99M | +57.7% | $134M | $2.01 | 29.9% | 40.4% |
| 2017 | $63M | +26.2% | $108M | $1.45 | 21.8% | 37.6% |
| 2016 | $50M | +27.4% | $76M | $1.40 | 21.6% | 33.2% |
| 2015 | $39M | +19.0% | $60M | $1.32 | 22.1% | 33.8% |
| 2014 | $33M | +14.1% | $50M | $1.11 | 20.4% | 31.3% |
| 2013 | $29M | +28.5% | $43M | $0.87 | 17.7% | 26.3% |
| 2012 | $22M | -25.2% | $33M | $0.66 | 13.2% | 19.4% |
| 2011 | $30M | +28.6% | $45M | $0.87 | 17.6% | 26.5% |
| 2010 | $23M | +107.2% | $33M | $0.81 | 12.9% | 18.2% |
| 2009 | -$323M | -751.5% | -$399M | $-23.55 | -179.1% | -221.0% |
| 2008 | -$38M | -220.6% | -$54M | $-3.18 | -21.1% | -29.8% |
| 2007 | $31M | +9.0% | $44M | $3.39 | 22.0% | 31.0% |
| 2006 | $29M | +7.3% | $44M | $4.05 | 27.5% | 41.5% |
| 2005 | $27M | +20.0% | $40M | $3.87 | 28.5% | 42.2% |
| 2004 | $22M | +13.0% | $34M | $3.27 | 28.2% | 42.3% |
| 2003 | $20M | +10.9% | $30M | $2.90 | 27.2% | 41.0% |
| 2002 | $18M | +14.4% | $26M | $2.62 | 26.3% | 38.3% |
| 2001 | $16M | +11.4% | $24M | $2.30 | 24.1% | 36.9% |
| 2000 | $14M | +12.4% | $21M | $2.06 | 23.0% | 34.9% |
| 1999 | $13M | +9.6% | $18M | $1.80 | 23.3% | 33.4% |
| 1998 | $11M | +9.6% | $17M | $1.62 | 23.9% | 34.7% |
| 1997 | $10M | +11.8% | $15M | $1.48 | 24.1% | 34.3% |
| 1996 | $9M | +6.1% | $13M | $1.34 | 94.3% | 132.2% |
| 1995 | $9M | - | $12M | $1.27 | 98.0% | 134.8% |
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BUSE — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying BUSE stock.
What is BUSE earnings per share (EPS)?
BUSE trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $2.74, reflecting -25.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -4.3%. Complete EPS history from 1995 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is First Busey Corporation's net income?
First Busey Corporation (BUSE) trailing twelve-month net income is $230M as of 2025. Earnings declined -25.8% year-over-year. First Busey Corporation has been profitable for 16 consecutive years.
Is BUSE profitable?
Yes, BUSE is profitable with a TTM net income of $230M and a net profit margin of +18.8%. First Busey Corporation has generated profits for 16 consecutive years.
What is BUSE's earnings growth rate?
BUSE compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -25.8%, 3-Year: -13.7%, 5-Year: -4.3%, 10-Year: +1.1%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1995 to 2025.
What are BUSE's profit margins?
First Busey Corporation net profit margin is +18.8%, operating margin is +25.9%, and gross margin is +92.7%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +7.0%.
Is BUSE growing earnings?
BUSE earnings are declining — EPS fell -25.8% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $230M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -4.3%.
What was BUSE's best earnings year?
First Busey Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $135M, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1995 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were BUSE's earnings last quarter?
BUSE's most recent reported quarter was Q3 2026. Net income was $56M with diluted EPS of $0.61. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.