Greif, Inc. (GEF) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure33 years of earnings data (1994–2026) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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Greif, Inc. (GEF) Earnings Overview
As of November 8, 2026, Greif, Inc. (GEF) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $259M, reflecting -69.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.55 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 6.0%.
Looking at the long-term picture, GEF's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -10.8%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $840M in fiscal 2025.
Greif, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 22.3%, operating margin of 7.7%, and net margin of 6.0%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including SLGN ($262M net income, 4.4% margin), ATR ($267M net income, 10.4% margin), SON (-$208M net income, 5.3% margin), GEF has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare GEF vs SLGN →
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GEF Historical Earnings Data (1994–2026)
33 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $262M | -68.9% | $336M | $4.53 | 6.0% | 7.7% |
| 2025 | $840M | +215.8% | $294M | $15.00 | 19.6% | 6.9% |
| 2024 | $266M | -26.0% | $342M | $4.64 | 6.1% | 7.9% |
| 2023 | $359M | -4.6% | $606M | $7.57 | 6.9% | 11.6% |
| 2022 | $377M | -3.6% | $621M | $7.75 | 5.9% | 9.8% |
| 2021 | $391M | +259.1% | $585M | $8.03 | 7.0% | 10.5% |
| 2020 | $109M | -36.4% | $305M | $2.25 | 2.4% | 6.8% |
| 2019 | $171M | -18.3% | $399M | $3.55 | 3.7% | 8.7% |
| 2018 | $209M | +76.6% | $371M | $4.36 | 5.4% | 9.6% |
| 2017 | $119M | +58.3% | $272M | $2.48 | 3.3% | 7.5% |
| 2016 | $75M | +4.2% | $226M | $1.57 | 2.3% | 6.8% |
| 2015 | $72M | -21.4% | $193M | $1.50 | 2.0% | 5.3% |
| 2014 | $92M | -37.9% | $249M | $1.92 | 2.2% | 5.9% |
| 2013 | $147M | +16.8% | $340M | $3.04 | 3.4% | 7.8% |
| 2012 | $126M | -28.4% | $285M | $2.49 | 3.0% | 6.7% |
| 2011 | $176M | -16.1% | $337M | $3.72 | 4.1% | 7.9% |
| 2010 | $210M | +89.8% | $325M | $4.43 | 6.1% | 9.4% |
| 2009 | $111M | -52.8% | $200M | $1.91 | 4.0% | 7.2% |
| 2008 | $234M | +49.9% | $370M | $4.11 | 6.2% | 9.8% |
| 2007 | $156M | +10.0% | $290M | $2.65 | 4.7% | 8.7% |
| 2006 | $142M | +35.8% | $246M | $2.42 | 5.4% | 9.4% |
| 2005 | $105M | +119.1% | $192M | $1.78 | 4.3% | 7.9% |
| 2004 | $48M | +403.0% | $109M | $0.83 | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| 2003 | $9M | -69.3% | $62M | $0.17 | 0.5% | 3.2% |
| 2002 | $31M | -65.1% | $94M | $0.55 | 1.9% | 5.8% |
| 2001 | $89M | +17.1% | $167M | $1.57 | 6.1% | 11.5% |
| 2000 | $76M | +47.5% | $98M | $1.34 | 8.2% | 10.6% |
| 1999 | $51M | +55.2% | $65M | $0.89 | 6.3% | 8.0% |
| 1998 | $33M | +82.9% | $66M | $0.65 | 4.1% | 8.2% |
| 1997 | $18M | -57.6% | $7M | $0.39 | 2.8% | 1.0% |
| 1996 | $43M | -29.0% | $53M | $0.74 | 6.7% | 8.4% |
| 1995 | $60M | +78.1% | $85M | $0.98 | 8.4% | 11.7% |
| 1994 | $34M | - | $53M | $0.64 | 5.7% | 8.9% |
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GEF — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GEF stock.
What is GEF earnings per share (EPS)?
GEF trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $4.55, reflecting -69.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -10.8%. Complete EPS history from 1994 to 2026 is available in the table on this page.
What is Greif, Inc.'s net income?
Greif, Inc. (GEF) trailing twelve-month net income is $259M as of 2026. Earnings declined -69.8% year-over-year. Greif, Inc. has been profitable for 33 consecutive years.
Is GEF profitable?
Yes, GEF is profitable with a TTM net income of $259M and a net profit margin of +6.0%. Greif, Inc. has generated profits for 33 consecutive years.
What is GEF's earnings growth rate?
GEF compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -69.8%, 3-Year: -15.7%, 5-Year: -10.8%, 10-Year: +11.2%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1994 to 2026.
What are GEF's profit margins?
Greif, Inc. net profit margin is +6.0%, operating margin is +7.7%, and gross margin is +22.3%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +8.7%.
Is GEF growing earnings?
GEF earnings are declining — EPS fell -69.8% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $259M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -10.8%.
What was GEF's best earnings year?
Greif, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $840M, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1994 to 2026 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were GEF's earnings last quarter?
GEF's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2026. Net income was $-7M with diluted EPS of $-0.11. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.