Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure34 years of earnings data (1992–2025) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) Earnings Overview
As of June 28, 2026, Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $467M, reflecting -40.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $0.85 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 4.0%.
Looking at the long-term picture, HRL's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -12.1%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.01B in fiscal 2018.
Hormel Foods Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 15.6%, operating margin of 5.9%, and net margin of 4.0%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including TSN ($453M net income, 0.9% margin), SFD ($1.01B net income, 6.4% margin), PPC ($888M net income, 5.9% margin), HRL has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare HRL vs TSN →
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HRL Historical Earnings Data (1992–2025)
34 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $478M | -40.6% | $719M | $0.87 | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| 2024 | $805M | +1.4% | $1.07B | $1.47 | 6.8% | 9.0% |
| 2023 | $794M | -20.6% | $1.07B | $1.45 | 6.6% | 8.9% |
| 2022 | $1000M | +10.0% | $1.31B | $1.82 | 8.0% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | $909M | +0.1% | $1.12B | $1.66 | 8.0% | 9.9% |
| 2020 | $908M | -7.2% | $1.10B | $1.66 | 9.5% | 11.5% |
| 2019 | $979M | -3.3% | $1.20B | $1.80 | 10.3% | 12.6% |
| 2018 | $1.01B | +19.5% | $1.18B | $1.86 | 10.6% | 12.4% |
| 2017 | $847M | -4.9% | $1.28B | $1.57 | 9.2% | 13.9% |
| 2016 | $890M | +29.7% | $1.32B | $1.64 | 9.3% | 13.9% |
| 2015 | $686M | +13.8% | $1.07B | $1.27 | 7.4% | 11.5% |
| 2014 | $603M | +14.5% | $932M | $1.12 | 6.5% | 10.0% |
| 2013 | $526M | +5.2% | $806M | $0.98 | 6.0% | 9.2% |
| 2012 | $500M | +5.5% | $765M | $0.93 | 6.1% | 9.3% |
| 2011 | $474M | +19.9% | $742M | $0.87 | 6.0% | 9.4% |
| 2010 | $396M | +15.4% | $647M | $0.73 | 5.5% | 9.0% |
| 2009 | $343M | +20.1% | $537M | $0.63 | 5.2% | 8.2% |
| 2008 | $286M | -5.4% | $517M | $0.52 | 4.2% | 7.7% |
| 2007 | $302M | +5.5% | $484M | $0.54 | 4.9% | 7.8% |
| 2006 | $286M | +12.4% | $451M | $0.51 | 5.0% | 7.8% |
| 2005 | $255M | +9.0% | $426M | $0.46 | 4.7% | 7.9% |
| 2004 | $234M | +25.7% | $380M | $0.42 | 4.9% | 8.0% |
| 2003 | $186M | -1.9% | $310M | $0.33 | 4.4% | 7.4% |
| 2002 | $189M | +3.8% | $318M | $0.34 | 4.8% | 8.1% |
| 2001 | $182M | +7.2% | $304M | $0.33 | 4.7% | 7.8% |
| 2000 | $170M | +4.2% | $265M | $0.30 | 4.9% | 7.6% |
| 1999 | $163M | +17.3% | $241M | $0.28 | 4.9% | 7.2% |
| 1998 | $139M | +27.2% | $183M | $0.23 | 4.3% | 5.6% |
| 1997 | $110M | +37.9% | $168M | $0.18 | 3.4% | 5.2% |
| 1996 | $79M | -34.1% | $122M | $0.13 | 2.6% | 3.9% |
| 1995 | $120M | +2.0% | $183M | $0.20 | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| 1994 | $118M | +541.9% | $187M | $0.19 | 3.9% | 6.1% |
| 1993 | -$27M | -128.0% | $155M | $-0.04 | -0.9% | 5.4% |
| 1992 | $95M | - | $147M | $0.16 | 3.4% | 5.2% |
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HRL — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying HRL stock.
What is HRL earnings per share (EPS)?
HRL trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $0.85, reflecting -40.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -12.1%. Complete EPS history from 1992 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Hormel Foods Corporation's net income?
Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) trailing twelve-month net income is $467M as of 2025. Earnings declined -40.8% year-over-year. Hormel Foods Corporation has been profitable for 32 consecutive years.
Is HRL profitable?
Yes, HRL is profitable with a TTM net income of $467M and a net profit margin of +4.0%. Hormel Foods Corporation has generated profits for 32 consecutive years.
What is HRL's earnings growth rate?
HRL compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -40.8%, 3-Year: -21.8%, 5-Year: -12.1%, 10-Year: -3.7%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1992 to 2025.
What are HRL's profit margins?
Hormel Foods Corporation net profit margin is +4.0%, operating margin is +5.9%, and gross margin is +15.6%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is +6.0%.
Is HRL growing earnings?
HRL earnings are declining — EPS fell -40.8% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $467M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -12.1%.
What was HRL's best earnings year?
Hormel Foods Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $1.0B, achieved in fiscal year 2018. Earnings history on this page spans 1992 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were HRL's earnings last quarter?
HRL's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $157M with diluted EPS of $0.29. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.