The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) Earnings History
Net Loss31 years of earnings data (1995–2025) · Currently unprofitable on a TTM basis
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The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$248M, reflecting -391.7% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-0.68 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -7.9%.
Looking at the long-term picture, EL's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $2.87B in fiscal 2021.
The Estée Lauder Companies 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 COTY (-$536M net income, -6.2% margin), IFF ($839M net income, -3.4% margin), ELF ($55M net income, 3.3% margin), EL has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare EL vs COTY →
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EL Historical Earnings Data (1995–2025)
31 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$1.13B | -390.5% | $958M | $-3.15 | -7.9% | 6.7% |
| 2024 | $390M | -61.2% | $970M | $1.08 | 2.5% | 6.2% |
| 2023 | $1.01B | -57.9% | $1.51B | $2.79 | 6.3% | 9.5% |
| 2022 | $2.39B | -16.7% | $3.17B | $6.55 | 13.5% | 17.9% |
| 2021 | $2.87B | +319.6% | $2.62B | $7.79 | 17.7% | 16.1% |
| 2020 | $684M | -61.7% | $606M | $1.86 | 4.8% | 4.2% |
| 2019 | $1.78B | +61.1% | $2.31B | $4.82 | 12.0% | 15.6% |
| 2018 | $1.11B | -11.3% | $2.06B | $2.95 | 8.1% | 15.0% |
| 2017 | $1.25B | +12.1% | $1.70B | $3.35 | 10.6% | 14.4% |
| 2016 | $1.11B | +2.4% | $1.61B | $2.96 | 9.9% | 14.3% |
| 2015 | $1.09B | -9.6% | $1.61B | $2.82 | 10.1% | 14.9% |
| 2014 | $1.20B | +18.1% | $1.83B | $3.06 | 11.0% | 16.7% |
| 2013 | $1.02B | +19.0% | $1.53B | $2.58 | 10.0% | 15.0% |
| 2012 | $857M | +22.3% | $1.31B | $2.16 | 8.8% | 13.5% |
| 2011 | $701M | +46.5% | $1.09B | $1.74 | 8.0% | 12.4% |
| 2010 | $478M | +119.0% | $790M | $1.19 | 6.1% | 10.1% |
| 2009 | $218M | -53.9% | $418M | $0.55 | 3.0% | 5.7% |
| 2008 | $474M | +5.5% | $811M | $1.20 | 6.0% | 10.2% |
| 2007 | $449M | +83.9% | $750M | $1.08 | 6.4% | 10.7% |
| 2006 | $244M | -39.9% | $620M | $0.56 | 3.8% | 9.6% |
| 2005 | $406M | +18.7% | $727M | $0.89 | 6.4% | 11.5% |
| 2004 | $342M | +7.0% | $649M | $0.74 | 5.9% | 11.2% |
| 2003 | $320M | +66.6% | $504M | $0.63 | 6.2% | 9.8% |
| 2002 | $192M | -37.1% | $342M | $0.35 | 4.0% | 7.2% |
| 2001 | $305M | -2.8% | $496M | $0.58 | 6.6% | 10.8% |
| 2000 | $314M | +15.1% | $516M | $0.60 | 7.2% | 11.8% |
| 1999 | $273M | +15.2% | $457M | $0.52 | 6.9% | 11.5% |
| 1998 | $237M | +19.8% | $409M | $0.45 | 6.5% | 11.3% |
| 1997 | $198M | +23.2% | $359M | $0.37 | 5.8% | 10.6% |
| 1996 | $160M | +32.3% | $310M | $0.30 | 5.0% | 9.7% |
| 1995 | $121M | - | $231M | $0.23 | 4.2% | 8.0% |
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EL — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying EL stock.
What is EL earnings per share (EPS)?
EL trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $-0.68, reflecting -391.7% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is N/A. Complete EPS history from 1995 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.'s net income?
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) trailing twelve-month net income is $-248M as of 2025. Earnings declined -391.7% year-over-year.
Is EL profitable?
EL is not currently profitable on a TTM basis, reporting a net loss of $-248M. Net margin is -7.9%. Investors should monitor for a return to profitability.
What is EL's earnings growth rate?
EL 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 1995 to 2025.
What are EL's profit margins?
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. net profit margin is -7.9%, operating margin is +6.7%, and gross margin is +73.9%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is -24.7%.
Is EL growing earnings?
EL earnings are declining — EPS fell -391.7% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $-248M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A.
What was EL's best earnings year?
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $2.9B, achieved in fiscal year 2021. Earnings history on this page spans 1995 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were EL's earnings last quarter?
EL's most recent reported quarter was Q3 2026. Net income was $89M with diluted EPS of $0.24. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.