Eaton Corporation plc (ETN) Earnings History
Elite Compounder37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Eaton Corporation plc (ETN) Earnings Overview
As of September 4, 2026, Eaton Corporation plc (ETN) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $3.83B, reflecting +10.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $9.83 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 14.9%.
Looking at the long-term picture, ETN's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +24.5%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $4.09B in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Eaton Corporation plc maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 37.6%, operating margin of 19.1%, and net margin of 14.9%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including EMR ($2.58B net income, 12.7% margin), HON ($8.21B net income, 12.6% margin), ROK ($1.20B net income, 10.4% margin), ETN has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare ETN vs EMR →
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ETN Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4.09B | +7.8% | $5.23B | $10.46 | 14.9% | 19.1% |
| 2024 | $3.79B | +17.9% | $4.87B | $9.50 | 15.3% | 19.6% |
| 2023 | $3.22B | +30.7% | $4.00B | $8.02 | 13.9% | 17.2% |
| 2022 | $2.46B | +14.8% | $3.24B | $6.14 | 11.9% | 15.6% |
| 2021 | $2.14B | +52.1% | $2.87B | $5.34 | 10.9% | 14.6% |
| 2020 | $1.41B | -36.2% | $2.32B | $3.49 | 7.9% | 13.0% |
| 2019 | $2.21B | +3.1% | $3.06B | $5.25 | 10.3% | 14.3% |
| 2018 | $2.15B | -28.1% | $2.98B | $4.91 | 9.9% | 13.8% |
| 2017 | $2.98B | +55.3% | $2.67B | $6.68 | 14.6% | 13.1% |
| 2016 | $1.92B | -2.9% | $2.47B | $4.20 | 9.7% | 12.5% |
| 2015 | $1.98B | +10.4% | $2.50B | $4.22 | 9.5% | 12.0% |
| 2014 | $1.79B | -3.7% | $2.60B | $3.76 | 8.0% | 11.5% |
| 2013 | $1.86B | +52.9% | $2.31B | $3.90 | 8.4% | 10.5% |
| 2012 | $1.22B | -9.9% | $1.76B | $3.46 | 7.5% | 10.8% |
| 2011 | $1.35B | +45.3% | $1.65B | $3.93 | 8.4% | 10.3% |
| 2010 | $929M | +142.6% | $1.21B | $2.73 | 6.8% | 8.8% |
| 2009 | $383M | -63.8% | $548M | $1.14 | 3.2% | 4.6% |
| 2008 | $1.06B | +6.4% | $1.36B | $3.26 | 6.9% | 8.8% |
| 2007 | $994M | +4.6% | $1.24B | $3.31 | 7.6% | 9.5% |
| 2006 | $950M | +18.0% | $1.20B | $3.11 | 7.7% | 9.7% |
| 2005 | $805M | +24.2% | $1.04B | $2.62 | 7.3% | 9.5% |
| 2004 | $648M | +67.9% | $928M | $2.07 | 6.6% | 9.5% |
| 2003 | $386M | +37.4% | $590M | $1.28 | 4.8% | 7.3% |
| 2002 | $281M | +66.3% | $517M | $0.98 | 3.9% | 7.2% |
| 2001 | $169M | -62.7% | $348M | $0.60 | 2.3% | 4.8% |
| 2000 | $453M | -26.6% | $649M | $1.56 | 5.5% | 7.8% |
| 1999 | $617M | +76.8% | $729M | $2.09 | 7.3% | 8.7% |
| 1998 | $349M | -14.9% | $482M | $1.20 | 5.3% | 7.3% |
| 1997 | $410M | +17.5% | $700M | $1.31 | 5.4% | 9.3% |
| 1996 | $349M | -12.5% | $534M | $1.13 | 5.0% | 7.7% |
| 1995 | $399M | +19.8% | $640M | $1.28 | 5.8% | 9.4% |
| 1994 | $333M | +78.1% | $560M | $1.10 | 5.5% | 9.3% |
| 1993 | $187M | +246.1% | $317M | $0.61 | 4.2% | 7.2% |
| 1992 | -$128M | -273.0% | $229M | $-0.47 | -3.3% | 5.9% |
| 1991 | $74M | -58.7% | $135M | $0.28 | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| 1990 | $179M | -20.4% | $293M | $0.63 | 4.9% | 8.1% |
| 1989 | $225M | - | $375M | $0.75 | 6.1% | 10.2% |
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ETN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ETN stock.
What is ETN earnings per share (EPS)?
ETN trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $9.83, reflecting +10.1% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +24.5%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Eaton Corporation plc's net income?
Eaton Corporation plc (ETN) trailing twelve-month net income is $3.8B as of 2025. Earnings grew +10.1% year-over-year. Eaton Corporation plc has been profitable for 33 consecutive years.
Is ETN profitable?
Yes, ETN is profitable with a TTM net income of $3.8B and a net profit margin of +14.9%. Eaton Corporation plc has generated profits for 33 consecutive years.
What is ETN's earnings growth rate?
ETN compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +10.1%, 3-Year: +19.4%, 5-Year: +24.5%, 10-Year: +9.5%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are ETN's profit margins?
Eaton Corporation plc net profit margin is +14.9%, operating margin is +19.1%, and gross margin is +37.6%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +21.5%.
Is ETN growing earnings?
ETN is growing earnings steadily. YoY EPS growth of +10.1% is consistent with the 5-year CAGR of +24.5%. TTM net income is $3.8B.
What was ETN's best earnings year?
Eaton Corporation plc's highest annual net income on record is $4.1B, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were ETN's earnings last quarter?
ETN's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $821M with diluted EPS of $2.11. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.