Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1990 to 2025
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KALU 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.
KALU Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9.5% | 5.7% | 3.3% |
| 2024 | 11.0% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2023 | 10.8% | 3.1% | 1.5% |
| 2022 | 7.2% | 0.1% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | 10.4% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
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Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Kaiser Aluminum Corporation (KALU) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $153M, reflecting +135.9% year-over-year growth. The company earned $9.11 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 3.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, KALU's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +30.2%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $214M in fiscal 1990.
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 9.5%, operating margin of 5.7%, and net margin of 3.3%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including AA ($1.15B net income, 9.0% margin), CENX ($350M net income, 1.7% margin), HWKN ($82M net income, 8.7% margin), KALU has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare KALU vs AA →
KALU Earnings vs Peers
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KALU Historical Earnings Data (1990–2025)
36 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $113M | +140.4% | $191M | $6.77 | 3.3% | 5.7% |
| 2024 | $47M | -0.8% | $88M | $2.87 | 1.5% | 2.9% |
| 2023 | $47M | +259.5% | $96M | $2.92 | 1.5% | 3.1% |
| 2022 | -$30M | -60.0% | $4M | $-1.86 | -0.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | -$19M | -164.2% | $64M | $-1.17 | -0.7% | 2.5% |
| 2020 | $29M | -53.5% | $81M | $1.81 | 2.5% | 6.9% |
| 2019 | $62M | -32.4% | $126M | $3.83 | 4.1% | 8.3% |
| 2018 | $92M | +102.0% | $144M | $5.43 | 5.8% | 9.1% |
| 2017 | $45M | -50.5% | $151M | $2.63 | 3.2% | 10.8% |
| 2016 | $92M | +138.8% | $178M | $5.09 | 6.9% | 13.4% |
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Start ComparisonKALU — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying KALU stock.
Is KALU growing earnings?
KALU EPS is $9.11, with earnings growth accelerating to +135.9%. This exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +30.2%. TTM net income reached $153M.
What are KALU's profit margins?
Kaiser Aluminum Corporation net margin is +3.3%, with operating margin at +5.7%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are KALU's earnings?
KALU earnings data spans 1990-2025. The accelerating earnings trend is +135.9% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.