Celanese Corporation (CE) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 2001 to 2025
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CE EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
CE Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 18.8% | 8.0% | -12.2% |
| 2024 | 22.9% | -6.8% | -14.8% |
| 2023 | 23.8% | 15.4% | 17.9% |
| 2022 | 24.6% | 14.2% | 19.6% |
| 2021 | 31.4% | 22.8% | 22.1% |
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Celanese Corporation (CE) Earnings Overview
As of May 6, 2026, Celanese Corporation (CE) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$1.02B, reflecting +23.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-9.31 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -12.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, CE's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.99B in fiscal 2020.
Celanese 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 EMN ($399M net income, 5.4% margin), HUN (-$324M net income, -4.8% margin), AVNT ($82M net income, 2.5% margin), CE has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare CE vs EMN →
CE Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
CE Historical Earnings Data (2001–2025)
25 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$1.17B | +23.5% | $767M | $-10.64 | -12.2% | 8.0% |
| 2024 | -$1.52B | -177.7% | -$697M | $-13.93 | -14.8% | -6.8% |
| 2023 | $1.96B | +3.5% | $1.69B | $17.92 | 17.9% | 15.4% |
| 2022 | $1.89B | +0.2% | $1.38B | $17.34 | 19.6% | 14.2% |
| 2021 | $1.89B | -4.8% | $1.95B | $16.86 | 22.1% | 22.8% |
| 2020 | $1.99B | +133.0% | $664M | $16.75 | 35.1% | 11.7% |
| 2019 | $852M | -29.4% | $834M | $6.84 | 13.5% | 13.2% |
| 2018 | $1.21B | +43.2% | $1.33B | $8.91 | 16.9% | 18.6% |
| 2017 | $843M | -6.3% | $901M | $6.09 | 13.7% | 14.7% |
| 2016 | $900M | +196.1% | $893M | $6.18 | 16.7% | 16.6% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CE stock.
Is CE growing earnings?
CE EPS is $-9.31, with earnings growth accelerating to +23.6%. This exceeds the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income reached $-1.0B.
What are CE's profit margins?
Celanese Corporation net margin is -12.2%, with operating margin at +8.0%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are CE's earnings?
CE earnings data spans 2001-2025. The accelerating earnings trend is +23.6% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.