Cerus Corporation (CERS) Earnings History
Net Loss29 years of earnings data (1997–2025) · Currently unprofitable on a TTM basis
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Cerus Corporation (CERS) Earnings Overview
As of September 25, 2026, Cerus Corporation (CERS) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$7M, reflecting +25.5% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-0.03 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -7.6%.
Looking at the long-term picture, CERS's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $13M in fiscal 2005.
Cerus 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 TXG (-$75M net income, -6.8% margin), BLFS ($50M net income, -12.6% margin), NTRA (-$192M net income, -9.0% margin), CERS has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare CERS vs TXG →
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CERS Historical Earnings Data (1997–2025)
29 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$16M | +25.3% | -$36M | $-0.08 | -7.6% | -17.6% |
| 2024 | -$21M | +44.2% | -$14M | $-0.11 | -11.6% | -7.9% |
| 2023 | -$37M | +12.4% | -$30M | $-0.21 | -24.0% | -19.2% |
| 2022 | -$43M | +21.3% | -$34M | $-0.24 | -26.4% | -21.0% |
| 2021 | -$54M | +9.2% | -$49M | $-0.32 | -41.6% | -37.4% |
| 2020 | -$60M | +16.0% | -$58M | $-0.37 | -65.1% | -63.5% |
| 2019 | -$71M | -23.8% | -$66M | $-0.51 | -95.4% | -88.7% |
| 2018 | -$58M | +5.0% | -$55M | $-0.44 | -94.5% | -90.3% |
| 2017 | -$61M | +3.7% | -$58M | $-0.56 | -139.1% | -132.0% |
| 2016 | -$63M | -12.6% | -$61M | $-0.62 | -169.2% | -165.3% |
| 2015 | -$56M | -44.9% | -$61M | $-0.58 | -163.2% | -178.5% |
| 2014 | -$39M | +11.0% | -$44M | $-0.50 | -105.7% | -121.5% |
| 2013 | -$43M | -172.3% | -$28M | $-0.64 | -109.3% | -71.4% |
| 2012 | -$16M | +6.3% | -$17M | $-0.29 | -43.4% | -47.1% |
| 2011 | -$17M | -0.4% | -$16M | $-0.35 | -51.4% | -48.2% |
| 2010 | -$17M | +29.9% | -$16M | $-0.42 | -73.2% | -69.1% |
| 2009 | -$24M | +17.3% | -$24M | $-0.69 | -134.2% | -132.5% |
| 2008 | -$29M | +35.6% | -$31M | $-0.90 | -176.8% | -185.0% |
| 2007 | -$45M | -848.0% | -$43M | $-1.42 | -410.2% | -390.9% |
| 2006 | -$5M | -136.6% | -$9M | $-0.17 | -13.4% | -26.6% |
| 2005 | $13M | +141.9% | -$9M | $0.55 | 53.6% | -38.3% |
| 2004 | -$31M | +46.5% | -$27M | $-1.41 | -223.9% | -192.8% |
| 2003 | -$58M | -1.9% | -$54M | $-3.01 | -602.9% | -557.0% |
| 2002 | -$57M | -15.9% | -$59M | $-3.61 | -673.6% | -698.2% |
| 2001 | -$49M | -37.0% | -$54M | $-3.27 | -1088.6% | -1188.0% |
| 2000 | -$36M | -59.4% | -$40M | $-2.75 | -1946.7% | -2168.2% |
| 1999 | -$23M | +23.6% | -$25M | $-2.04 | -941.7% | -1037.5% |
| 1998 | -$30M | -101.4% | -$31M | $-3.17 | -1020.7% | -1058.6% |
| 1997 | -$15M | - | -$16M | $-1.76 | -213.0% | -230.4% |
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CERS — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CERS stock.
What is CERS earnings per share (EPS)?
CERS trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $-0.03, reflecting +25.5% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is N/A. Complete EPS history from 1997 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Cerus Corporation's net income?
Cerus Corporation (CERS) trailing twelve-month net income is $-7M as of 2025. Earnings grew +25.5% year-over-year.
Is CERS profitable?
CERS is not currently profitable on a TTM basis, reporting a net loss of $-7M. Net margin is -7.6%. Investors should monitor for a return to profitability.
What is CERS's earnings growth rate?
CERS compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: N/A, 3-Year: N/A, 5-Year: N/A, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1997 to 2025.
What are CERS's profit margins?
Cerus Corporation net profit margin is -7.6%, operating margin is -17.6%, and gross margin is +53.5%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is -25.6%.
Is CERS growing earnings?
Yes, CERS earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +25.5% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income reached $-7M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was CERS's best earnings year?
Cerus Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $13M, achieved in fiscal year 2005. Earnings history on this page spans 1997 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were CERS's earnings last quarter?
CERS's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $-3M with diluted EPS of $-0.01. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.