Diageo plc (DEO) Earnings History
Growth Compounder29 years of earnings data (1997–2025) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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Diageo plc (DEO) Earnings Overview
As of October 3, 2026, Diageo plc (DEO) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $4.08B, reflecting -38.7% year-over-year growth. The company earned $7.35 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 11.6%.
Looking at the long-term picture, DEO's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +12.1%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $3.87B in fiscal 2024.
Diageo plc maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 60.1%, operating margin of 21.4%, and net margin of 11.6%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including STZ ($1.82B net income, 18.5% margin), BEAM (-$85M net income, -57.2% margin), SAM (-$70M net income, 5.2% margin), DEO has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare DEO vs STZ →
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DEO Historical Earnings Data (1997–2025)
29 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2.35B | -39.2% | $4.33B | $4.24 | 11.6% | 21.4% |
| 2024 | $3.87B | +10.3% | $6.00B | $6.92 | 19.1% | 29.6% |
| 2023 | $3.51B | -0.8% | $4.38B | $6.20 | 21.6% | 27.0% |
| 2022 | $3.54B | +33.0% | $4.88B | $6.12 | 20.9% | 28.7% |
| 2021 | $2.66B | +88.8% | $3.73B | $4.40 | 20.9% | 29.3% |
| 2020 | $1.41B | -55.4% | $3.51B | $2.40 | 12.0% | 29.9% |
| 2019 | $3.16B | +4.6% | $4.04B | $5.20 | 24.6% | 31.4% |
| 2018 | $3.02B | +13.5% | $3.90B | $4.96 | 24.8% | 32.1% |
| 2017 | $2.66B | +18.6% | $4.63B | $4.32 | 22.1% | 38.4% |
| 2016 | $2.24B | -5.8% | $3.12B | $3.96 | 19.3% | 26.7% |
| 2015 | $2.38B | +5.9% | $2.80B | $3.80 | 22.0% | 25.9% |
| 2014 | $2.25B | -9.5% | $2.71B | $3.56 | 21.9% | 26.4% |
| 2013 | $2.48B | +28.0% | $3.43B | $3.96 | 21.7% | 30.0% |
| 2012 | $1.94B | +2.2% | $3.16B | $3.08 | 18.0% | 29.3% |
| 2011 | $1.90B | +16.6% | $2.60B | $3.04 | 19.1% | 26.1% |
| 2010 | $1.63B | +1.5% | $2.57B | $2.60 | 16.7% | 26.3% |
| 2009 | $1.60B | +5.5% | $2.42B | $2.56 | 17.2% | 26.0% |
| 2008 | $1.52B | +2.1% | $2.23B | $2.36 | 18.8% | 27.5% |
| 2007 | $1.49B | -22.0% | $2.16B | $2.20 | 19.9% | 28.9% |
| 2006 | $1.91B | +42.0% | $2.04B | $2.68 | 26.3% | 28.2% |
| 2005 | $1.34B | -3.4% | $1.73B | $1.80 | 20.1% | 25.9% |
| 2004 | $1.39B | +1335.1% | $1.87B | $1.84 | 15.7% | 21.0% |
| 2003 | $97M | -94.1% | $1.86B | $0.12 | 1.0% | 19.7% |
| 2002 | $1.66B | +37.4% | $1.65B | $1.96 | 14.7% | 14.7% |
| 2001 | $1.21B | +23.7% | $1.38B | $1.44 | 9.4% | 10.8% |
| 2000 | $976M | +3.6% | $1.78B | $1.16 | 8.2% | 15.0% |
| 1999 | $942M | -29.6% | $1.52B | $1.04 | 8.0% | 12.9% |
| 1998 | $1.34B | +90.1% | $2.35B | $1.72 | 7.6% | 13.3% |
| 1997 | $704M | - | $1.97B | $0.68 | 5.2% | 14.6% |
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DEO — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying DEO stock.
What is DEO earnings per share (EPS)?
DEO trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $7.35, reflecting -38.7% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +12.1%. Complete EPS history from 1997 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Diageo plc's net income?
Diageo plc (DEO) trailing twelve-month net income is $4.1B as of 2025. Earnings declined -38.7% year-over-year. Diageo plc has been profitable for 29 consecutive years.
Is DEO profitable?
Yes, DEO is profitable with a TTM net income of $4.1B and a net profit margin of +11.6%. Diageo plc has generated profits for 29 consecutive years.
What is DEO's earnings growth rate?
DEO compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -38.7%, 3-Year: -11.5%, 5-Year: +12.1%, 10-Year: +1.1%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1997 to 2025.
What are DEO's profit margins?
Diageo plc net profit margin is +11.6%, operating margin is +21.4%, and gross margin is +60.1%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +18.6%.
Is DEO growing earnings?
DEO earnings are declining — EPS fell -38.7% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $4.1B. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +12.1%.
What was DEO's best earnings year?
Diageo plc's highest annual net income on record is $3.9B, achieved in fiscal year 2024. Earnings history on this page spans 1997 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were DEO's earnings last quarter?
DEO's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2026. Net income was $-258M with diluted EPS of $-0.44. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.