Federal Signal Corporation (FSS) Earnings History
Elite Compounder41 years of earnings data (1985–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Federal Signal Corporation (FSS) Earnings Overview
As of June 28, 2026, Federal Signal Corporation (FSS) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $271M, reflecting +14.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.40 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 11.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, FSS's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +20.8%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $247M in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Federal Signal Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 28.1%, operating margin of 16.4%, and net margin of 11.3%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including ASTE ($26M net income, 2.8% margin), HLIO ($61M net income, 5.8% margin), FELE ($150M net income, 6.9% margin), FSS has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare FSS vs ASTE →
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FSS Historical Earnings Data (1985–2025)
40 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $247M | +14.0% | $357M | $4.01 | 11.3% | 16.4% |
| 2024 | $216M | +37.4% | $281M | $3.50 | 11.6% | 15.1% |
| 2023 | $157M | +30.7% | $225M | $2.56 | 9.1% | 13.0% |
| 2022 | $120M | +19.7% | $161M | $1.97 | 8.4% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | $101M | +4.6% | $131M | $1.63 | 8.3% | 10.8% |
| 2020 | $96M | -11.3% | $131M | $1.56 | 8.5% | 11.6% |
| 2019 | $109M | +15.4% | $147M | $1.76 | 8.9% | 12.0% |
| 2018 | $94M | +52.6% | $122M | $1.54 | 8.6% | 11.2% |
| 2017 | $62M | +40.6% | $74M | $1.02 | 6.9% | 8.2% |
| 2016 | $44M | -31.0% | $61M | $0.71 | 6.2% | 8.6% |
| 2015 | $64M | -0.3% | $103M | $1.00 | 8.3% | 13.4% |
| 2014 | $64M | -60.2% | $89M | $1.00 | 6.9% | 9.7% |
| 2013 | $160M | +681.8% | $62M | $2.53 | 18.8% | 7.2% |
| 2012 | -$28M | -93.7% | $52M | $-0.44 | -3.4% | 6.4% |
| 2011 | -$14M | +91.9% | $33M | $-0.23 | -1.8% | 4.2% |
| 2010 | -$176M | -860.6% | $12M | $-3.05 | -24.2% | 1.7% |
| 2009 | $23M | +124.2% | $36M | $0.47 | 3.1% | 4.8% |
| 2008 | -$96M | -274.1% | $50M | $-2.00 | -10.0% | 5.2% |
| 2007 | $55M | +141.9% | $75M | $1.15 | 4.3% | 5.9% |
| 2006 | $23M | +593.5% | $59M | $0.47 | 1.9% | 4.9% |
| 2005 | -$5M | -100.0% | $64M | $-0.10 | -0.4% | 5.5% |
| 2004 | -$2M | -106.2% | $23M | $-0.05 | -0.2% | 2.0% |
| 2003 | $37M | -2.3% | $64M | $0.78 | 3.1% | 5.3% |
| 2002 | $38M | -19.7% | $77M | $0.80 | 3.6% | 7.3% |
| 2001 | $48M | -17.3% | $92M | $0.97 | 4.4% | 8.6% |
| 2000 | $58M | +0.1% | $117M | $1.20 | 5.2% | 10.5% |
| 1999 | $58M | -3.2% | $101M | $1.10 | 5.4% | 9.5% |
| 1998 | $59M | +0.7% | $98M | $1.11 | 5.9% | 9.8% |
| 1997 | $59M | -4.8% | $100M | $1.29 | 6.4% | 10.8% |
| 1996 | $62M | +20.2% | $103M | $1.35 | 6.9% | 11.5% |
| 1995 | $52M | +10.3% | $96M | $1.13 | 6.3% | 11.7% |
| 1994 | $47M | +17.6% | $78M | $1.02 | 6.9% | 11.5% |
| 1993 | $40M | +15.7% | $64M | $0.86 | 7.0% | 11.3% |
| 1992 | $34M | +11.0% | $55M | $0.75 | 6.6% | 10.7% |
| 1991 | $31M | +9.9% | $51M | $0.67 | 6.6% | 10.8% |
| 1990 | $28M | +22.6% | $48M | $0.61 | 6.4% | 10.8% |
| 1989 | $23M | +23.7% | $44M | $0.48 | 5.6% | 10.5% |
| 1988 | $19M | +57.6% | $35M | $0.40 | 5.0% | 9.4% |
| 1986 | $12M | +0.9% | $23M | $0.26 | 4.2% | 7.9% |
| 1985 | $12M | - | $20M | $0.26 | 4.2% | 7.2% |
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FSS — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying FSS stock.
What is FSS earnings per share (EPS)?
FSS trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $4.40, reflecting +14.6% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +20.8%. Complete EPS history from 1985 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Federal Signal Corporation's net income?
Federal Signal Corporation (FSS) trailing twelve-month net income is $271M as of 2025. Earnings grew +14.6% year-over-year. Federal Signal Corporation has been profitable for 13 consecutive years.
Is FSS profitable?
Yes, FSS is profitable with a TTM net income of $271M and a net profit margin of +11.3%. Federal Signal Corporation has generated profits for 13 consecutive years.
What is FSS's earnings growth rate?
FSS compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +14.6%, 3-Year: +26.7%, 5-Year: +20.8%, 10-Year: +14.9%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1985 to 2025.
What are FSS's profit margins?
Federal Signal Corporation net profit margin is +11.3%, operating margin is +16.4%, and gross margin is +28.1%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +19.2%.
Is FSS growing earnings?
FSS is growing earnings steadily. YoY EPS growth of +14.6% is consistent with the 5-year CAGR of +20.8%. TTM net income is $271M.
What was FSS's best earnings year?
Federal Signal Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $247M, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1985 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were FSS's earnings last quarter?
FSS's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $70M with diluted EPS of $1.14. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.