Global Ship Lease, Inc. (GSL) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 2006 to 2025
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GSL EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
GSL Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 53.6% | 50.7% | 54.3% |
| 2024 | 55.4% | 53.7% | 50.1% |
| 2023 | 55.8% | 51.5% | 45.7% |
| 2022 | 55.4% | 58.6% | 48.5% |
| 2021 | 49.1% | 59.0% | 42.6% |
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Global Ship Lease, Inc. (GSL) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Global Ship Lease, Inc. (GSL) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $416M, reflecting +17.3% year-over-year growth. The company earned $11.61 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 54.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, GSL's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +37.6%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $416M in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Global Ship Lease, Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 53.6%, operating margin of 50.7%, and net margin of 54.3%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including DAC ($495M net income, 47.4% margin), CMRE ($365M net income, 41.5% margin), MPC ($4.63B net income, 3.0% margin), GSL has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare GSL vs DAC →
GSL Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
GSL Historical Earnings Data (2006–2025)
20 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $416M | +17.8% | $389M | $11.40 | 54.3% | 50.7% |
| 2024 | $354M | +16.1% | $379M | $9.72 | 50.1% | 53.7% |
| 2023 | $305M | +4.0% | $343M | $8.21 | 45.7% | 51.5% |
| 2022 | $293M | +70.8% | $354M | $7.62 | 48.5% | 58.6% |
| 2021 | $171M | +312.6% | $238M | $4.60 | 42.6% | 59.0% |
| 2020 | $42M | +4.3% | $105M | $2.31 | 14.7% | 37.1% |
| 2019 | $40M | +169.4% | $112M | $1.45 | 15.3% | 42.7% |
| 2018 | -$57M | +22.8% | -$10M | $-7.71 | -36.5% | -6.5% |
| 2017 | -$74M | -14.1% | -$15M | $-10.73 | -46.7% | -9.6% |
| 2016 | -$65M | -125.4% | -$20M | $-9.42 | -39.1% | -12.3% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying GSL stock.
Is GSL growing earnings?
GSL EPS is $11.61, with earnings growth accelerating to +17.3%. This exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +37.6%. TTM net income reached $416M.
What are GSL's profit margins?
Global Ship Lease, Inc. net margin is +54.3%, with operating margin at +50.7%. Above-average margins indicate pricing power.
How consistent are GSL's earnings?
GSL earnings data spans 2006-2025. The accelerating earnings trend is +17.3% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.