Globe Life Inc. (GL) Earnings History
Growth Compounder37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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Globe Life Inc. (GL) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, Globe Life Inc. (GL) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $1.16B, reflecting +17.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $14.36 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 19.4%.
Looking at the long-term picture, GL's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +15.6%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.45B in fiscal 2017.
Globe Life Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 33.4%, operating margin of 24.4%, and net margin of 19.4%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including CNO ($222M net income, 5.1% margin), FGL (N/A net income, -5.7% margin), CRBG ($245M net income, -12.7% margin), GL has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare GL vs CNO →
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GL Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.16B | +8.4% | $1.46B | $14.06 | 19.4% | 24.4% |
| 2024 | $1.07B | +10.3% | $1.33B | $11.94 | 18.5% | 23.0% |
| 2023 | $971M | +8.5% | $1.19B | $10.07 | 17.8% | 21.9% |
| 2022 | $894M | -13.3% | $1.10B | $9.04 | 17.1% | 21.1% |
| 2021 | $1.03B | +40.9% | $1.27B | $7.22 | 20.1% | 24.9% |
| 2020 | $732M | -3.8% | $897M | $6.82 | 15.4% | 18.9% |
| 2019 | $761M | +8.5% | $931M | $6.83 | 16.8% | 20.6% |
| 2018 | $701M | -51.8% | $864M | $6.08 | 16.3% | 20.0% |
| 2017 | $1.45B | +164.5% | $924M | $12.22 | 35.0% | 22.2% |
| 2016 | $550M | +4.3% | $772M | $4.49 | 14.0% | 19.6% |
| 2015 | $527M | -2.9% | $766M | $4.16 | 14.0% | 20.3% |
| 2014 | $543M | +2.7% | $785M | $4.09 | 15.0% | 21.7% |
| 2013 | $528M | -0.2% | $755M | $3.79 | 15.1% | 21.6% |
| 2012 | $529M | +6.5% | $766M | $3.60 | 14.7% | 21.3% |
| 2011 | $497M | -0.3% | $724M | $3.14 | 14.7% | 21.4% |
| 2010 | $499M | +23.2% | $751M | $2.80 | 14.8% | 22.3% |
| 2009 | $405M | -10.5% | $577M | $2.17 | 13.0% | 18.5% |
| 2008 | $452M | -14.3% | $628M | $2.27 | 14.1% | 19.7% |
| 2007 | $528M | +1.7% | $797M | $2.45 | 15.1% | 22.9% |
| 2006 | $519M | +4.7% | $774M | $2.28 | 15.2% | 22.6% |
| 2005 | $495M | +5.7% | $732M | $2.08 | 15.8% | 23.4% |
| 2004 | $469M | +8.9% | $721M | $1.86 | 15.3% | 23.5% |
| 2003 | $430M | +11.1% | $653M | $1.66 | 14.7% | 22.3% |
| 2002 | $387M | +8.6% | $590M | $1.41 | 14.0% | 21.4% |
| 2001 | $357M | -1.5% | $601M | $1.27 | 13.2% | 22.2% |
| 2000 | $362M | +32.1% | $566M | $1.25 | 14.4% | 22.5% |
| 1999 | $274M | +12.1% | $402M | $0.94 | 12.3% | 18.1% |
| 1998 | $244M | -29.7% | $447M | $0.80 | 11.3% | 20.7% |
| 1997 | $348M | +11.6% | $766M | $1.08 | 16.8% | 37.0% |
| 1996 | $311M | +117.4% | $495M | $0.97 | 14.1% | 22.4% |
| 1995 | $143M | -46.7% | $428M | $0.44 | 6.9% | 20.7% |
| 1994 | $269M | -9.7% | $630M | $0.83 | 13.9% | 32.6% |
| 1993 | $298M | +12.2% | $1.94B | $0.90 | 13.7% | 89.0% |
| 1992 | $266M | +7.7% | $695M | $0.81 | 13.0% | 34.0% |
| 1991 | $247M | +7.5% | $677M | $0.72 | 12.8% | 35.0% |
| 1990 | $229M | +8.5% | $622M | $0.66 | 12.8% | 34.6% |
| 1989 | $211M | - | $567M | $0.60 | 12.9% | 34.7% |
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GL — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GL stock.
What is GL earnings per share (EPS)?
GL trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $14.36, reflecting +17.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +15.6%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Globe Life Inc.'s net income?
Globe Life Inc. (GL) trailing twelve-month net income is $1.2B as of 2025. Earnings grew +17.8% year-over-year. Globe Life Inc. has been profitable for 37 consecutive years.
Is GL profitable?
Yes, GL is profitable with a TTM net income of $1.2B and a net profit margin of +19.4%. Globe Life Inc. has generated profits for 37 consecutive years.
What is GL's earnings growth rate?
GL compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +17.8%, 3-Year: +15.9%, 5-Year: +15.6%, 10-Year: +13.0%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are GL's profit margins?
Globe Life Inc. net profit margin is +19.4%, operating margin is +24.4%, and gross margin is +33.4%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +20.6%.
Is GL growing earnings?
Yes, GL earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +17.8% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +15.6%. TTM net income reached $1.2B. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was GL's best earnings year?
Globe Life Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $1.5B, achieved in fiscal year 2017. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were GL's earnings last quarter?
GL's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2025. Net income was $266M with diluted EPS of $3.29. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.