Clearwater Paper Corporation (CLW) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 2006 to 2025
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CLW 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.
CLW Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 7.4% | 1.2% | -1.3% |
| 2024 | 5.5% | -3.0% | -8.0% |
| 2023 | 17.7% | 15.6% | 9.5% |
| 2022 | 12.3% | 5.9% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | 10.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% |
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Clearwater Paper Corporation (CLW) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Clearwater Paper Corporation (CLW) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$27M, reflecting -110.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-1.68 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -1.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, CLW's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $182M in fiscal 2009.
Clearwater Paper 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 SLVM ($180M net income, 8.0% margin), CASY ($650M net income, 3.4% margin), IP (-$3.35B net income, -14.1% margin), CLW has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare CLW vs SLVM →
CLW Earnings vs Peers
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CLW Historical Earnings Data (2006–2025)
20 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$20M | +81.9% | $19M | $-1.24 | -1.3% | 1.2% |
| 2024 | -$111M | -203.0% | -$41M | $11.70 | -8.0% | -3.0% |
| 2023 | $108M | +134.1% | $177M | $6.30 | 9.5% | 15.6% |
| 2022 | $46M | +263.7% | $122M | $2.68 | 2.2% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | -$28M | -136.4% | $12M | $-1.67 | -1.6% | 0.7% |
| 2020 | $77M | +1476.8% | $158M | $4.61 | 4.1% | 8.5% |
| 2019 | -$6M | +96.1% | $45M | $-0.34 | -0.3% | 2.6% |
| 2018 | -$144M | -247.7% | -$98M | $-8.72 | -8.3% | -5.7% |
| 2017 | $97M | +96.4% | $71M | $5.88 | 5.6% | 4.1% |
| 2016 | $50M | -11.5% | $115M | $2.90 | 2.9% | 6.6% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CLW stock.
Is CLW growing earnings?
CLW EPS fell to $-1.68, with earnings declining -110.6%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income dropped to $-27M.
What are CLW's profit margins?
Clearwater Paper Corporation net margin is -1.3%, with operating margin at +1.2%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are CLW's earnings?
CLW earnings data spans 2006-2025. The declining earnings trend is -110.6% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.