Cumulus Media Inc. (CMLS) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1998 to 2024
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CMLS 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.
CMLS Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 60.8% | -29.0% | -34.2% |
| 2023 | 60.5% | -4.9% | -14.0% |
| 2022 | 62.5% | 8.4% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | 60.9% | 7.5% | 1.9% |
| 2020 | 58.7% | -1.3% | -7.3% |
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Cumulus Media Inc. (CMLS) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Cumulus Media Inc. (CMLS) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$297M, reflecting -145.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-17.01 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -34.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, CMLS's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $758M in fiscal 2018.
Cumulus Media Inc. 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 IHRT (-$473M net income, -12.2% margin), SBGI (-$112M net income, -3.5% margin), GTN (-$76M net income, -2.7% margin), CMLS has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare CMLS vs IHRT →
CMLS Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
CMLS Historical Earnings Data (1998–2024)
27 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -$283M | -140.3% | -$240M | $-16.79 | -34.2% | -29.0% |
| 2023 | -$118M | -826.1% | -$41M | $-6.83 | -14.0% | -4.9% |
| 2022 | $16M | -6.0% | $80M | $0.81 | 1.7% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | $17M | +128.9% | $69M | $0.83 | 1.9% | 7.5% |
| 2020 | -$60M | -197.5% | -$11M | $-2.94 | -7.3% | -1.3% |
| 2019 | $61M | -91.9% | $166M | $3.02 | 5.5% | 14.9% |
| 2018 | $758M | +466.8% | $156M | $45.76 | 66.4% | 13.7% |
| 2017 | -$207M | +59.6% | -$210M | $-7.05 | -18.2% | -18.5% |
| 2016 | -$511M | +6.5% | -$409M | $-17.45 | -44.7% | -35.8% |
| 2015 | -$546M | -4743.5% | -$479M | $-18.73 | -46.8% | -40.9% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying CMLS stock.
Is CMLS growing earnings?
CMLS EPS fell to $-17.01, with earnings declining -145.8%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income dropped to $-297M.
What are CMLS's profit margins?
Cumulus Media Inc. net margin is -34.2%, with operating margin at -29.0%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are CMLS's earnings?
CMLS earnings data spans 1998-2024. The declining earnings trend is -145.8% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.