Linde plc (LIN) Earnings History
Elite Compounder35 years of earnings data (1991–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Linde plc (LIN) Earnings Overview
As of September 4, 2026, Linde plc (LIN) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $7.29B, reflecting +7.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $15.69 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 20.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, LIN's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +25.4%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $6.90B in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Linde plc maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 43.3%, operating margin of 26.3%, and net margin of 20.3%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including APD (-$47M net income, -3.3% margin), ALB ($224M net income, -9.9% margin), ECL ($2.12B net income, 12.9% margin), LIN has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare LIN vs APD →
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LIN Historical Earnings Data (1991–2025)
35 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6.90B | +5.1% | $8.94B | $14.59 | 20.3% | 26.3% |
| 2024 | $6.57B | +5.9% | $8.60B | $13.62 | 19.9% | 26.0% |
| 2023 | $6.20B | +49.5% | $8.11B | $12.59 | 18.9% | 24.7% |
| 2022 | $4.15B | +8.4% | $6.46B | $8.23 | 12.4% | 19.4% |
| 2021 | $3.83B | +53.0% | $5.28B | $7.33 | 12.4% | 17.2% |
| 2020 | $2.50B | +9.5% | $3.89B | $4.71 | 9.2% | 14.3% |
| 2019 | $2.29B | -47.8% | $3.27B | $4.19 | 8.1% | 11.6% |
| 2018 | $4.38B | +251.3% | $2.24B | $13.11 | 29.5% | 15.1% |
| 2017 | $1.25B | -16.9% | $2.49B | $4.32 | 10.9% | 21.8% |
| 2016 | $1.50B | -3.0% | $2.31B | $5.21 | 14.2% | 22.0% |
| 2015 | $1.55B | -8.7% | $2.47B | $5.35 | 14.4% | 22.9% |
| 2014 | $1.69B | -3.5% | $2.72B | $5.73 | 13.8% | 22.1% |
| 2013 | $1.75B | +3.7% | $2.66B | $5.87 | 14.7% | 22.3% |
| 2012 | $1.69B | +1.2% | $2.46B | $5.61 | 15.1% | 21.9% |
| 2011 | $1.67B | +39.9% | $2.46B | $5.45 | 14.9% | 21.9% |
| 2010 | $1.20B | -4.7% | $2.16B | $3.84 | 11.8% | 21.4% |
| 2009 | $1.25B | +3.6% | $1.92B | $4.01 | 14.0% | 21.4% |
| 2008 | $1.21B | +2.9% | $2.04B | $3.80 | 11.2% | 18.9% |
| 2007 | $1.18B | +19.1% | $1.78B | $3.62 | 12.5% | 19.0% |
| 2006 | $988M | +36.1% | $1.47B | $3.00 | 11.9% | 17.7% |
| 2005 | $726M | +4.2% | $1.27B | $2.20 | 9.5% | 16.6% |
| 2004 | $697M | +19.1% | $1.08B | $2.10 | 10.6% | 16.4% |
| 2003 | $585M | +43.0% | $922M | $1.77 | 10.4% | 16.4% |
| 2002 | $409M | -4.9% | $923M | $1.24 | 8.0% | 18.0% |
| 2001 | $430M | +18.5% | $800M | $1.31 | 8.3% | 15.5% |
| 2000 | $363M | -15.8% | $707M | $1.13 | 7.2% | 14.0% |
| 1999 | $431M | +1.4% | $754M | $1.33 | 9.3% | 16.3% |
| 1998 | $425M | +4.9% | $843M | $1.30 | 8.8% | 17.4% |
| 1997 | $405M | +43.6% | $838M | $1.23 | 8.6% | 17.7% |
| 1996 | $282M | +7.6% | $705M | $0.89 | 6.3% | 15.8% |
| 1995 | $262M | +29.1% | $533M | $0.91 | 8.3% | 16.9% |
| 1994 | $203M | +72.0% | $464M | $0.73 | 7.5% | 17.1% |
| 1993 | $118M | +296.7% | $339M | $0.44 | 4.8% | 13.9% |
| 1992 | -$60M | -156.1% | $428M | $-0.23 | -2.3% | 16.4% |
| 1991 | $107M | - | $376M | $0.42 | 4.3% | 15.2% |
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LIN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying LIN stock.
What is LIN earnings per share (EPS)?
LIN trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $15.69, reflecting +7.1% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +25.4%. Complete EPS history from 1991 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Linde plc's net income?
Linde plc (LIN) trailing twelve-month net income is $7.3B as of 2025. Earnings grew +7.1% year-over-year. Linde plc has been profitable for 33 consecutive years.
Is LIN profitable?
Yes, LIN is profitable with a TTM net income of $7.3B and a net profit margin of +20.3%. Linde plc has generated profits for 33 consecutive years.
What is LIN's earnings growth rate?
LIN compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +7.1%, 3-Year: +21.0%, 5-Year: +25.4%, 10-Year: +10.6%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1991 to 2025.
What are LIN's profit margins?
Linde plc net profit margin is +20.3%, operating margin is +26.3%, and gross margin is +43.3%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +17.4%.
Is LIN growing earnings?
LIN is growing earnings steadily. YoY EPS growth of +7.1% is consistent with the 5-year CAGR of +25.4%. TTM net income is $7.3B.
What was LIN's best earnings year?
Linde plc's highest annual net income on record is $6.9B, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1991 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were LIN's earnings last quarter?
LIN's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $1.9B with diluted EPS of $4.15. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.