Lumen Technologies, Inc. (LUMN) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1989 to 2025
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LUMN 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.
LUMN Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 24.3% | -1.5% | -14.0% |
| 2024 | 48.9% | 3.5% | -0.4% |
| 2023 | 50.9% | -65.8% | -70.7% |
| 2022 | 55.0% | 0.5% | -8.9% |
| 2021 | 56.9% | 21.8% | 10.3% |
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Lumen Technologies, Inc. (LUMN) Earnings Overview
As of May 6, 2026, Lumen Technologies, Inc. (LUMN) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$1.74B, reflecting -3041.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-1.74 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -14.0%.
Looking at the long-term picture, LUMN's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $2.03B in fiscal 2021.
Lumen Technologies, Inc. is currently reporting a net loss, though operating performance should be evaluated in the context of growth investments and industry dynamics View revenue history →
Compared to peers including FYBR (-$381M net income, -5.4% margin), OOMA ($6M net income, 2.4% margin), ATUS (-$1.87B net income, -21.8% margin), LUMN has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare LUMN vs FYBR →
LUMN Earnings vs Peers
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LUMN Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$1.74B | -3061.8% | -$184M | $-1.75 | -14.0% | -1.5% |
| 2024 | -$55M | +99.5% | $460M | $-0.06 | -0.4% | 3.5% |
| 2023 | -$10.30B | -565.2% | -$9.58B | $-10.48 | -70.7% | -65.8% |
| 2022 | -$1.55B | -176.1% | $95M | $-1.54 | -8.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | $2.03B | +265.0% | $4.29B | $1.91 | 10.3% | 21.8% |
| 2020 | -$1.23B | +76.6% | $962M | $-1.14 | -5.9% | 4.6% |
| 2019 | -$5.27B | -204.0% | -$2.73B | $-4.92 | -24.6% | -12.7% |
| 2018 | -$1.73B | -224.8% | $570M | $-1.63 | -7.4% | 2.4% |
| 2017 | $1.39B | +121.9% | $2.01B | $2.21 | 7.9% | 11.4% |
| 2016 | $626M | -28.7% | $2.33B | $1.16 | 3.6% | 13.3% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying LUMN stock.
Is LUMN growing earnings?
LUMN EPS fell to $-1.74, with earnings declining -3041.8%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A. TTM net income dropped to $-1.7B.
What are LUMN's profit margins?
Lumen Technologies, Inc. net margin is -14.0%, with operating margin at -1.5%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are LUMN's earnings?
LUMN earnings data spans 1989-2025. The declining earnings trend is -3041.8% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.