Marten Transport, Ltd. (MRTN) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1989 to 2025
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MRTN 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.
MRTN Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5.7% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
| 2024 | 13.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% |
| 2023 | 16.7% | 8.0% | 6.2% |
| 2022 | 18.9% | 11.3% | 8.7% |
| 2021 | 18.8% | 11.5% | 8.8% |
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Marten Transport, Ltd. (MRTN) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Marten Transport, Ltd. (MRTN) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $17M, reflecting -36.4% year-over-year growth. The company earned $0.21 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 2.0%.
Looking at the long-term picture, MRTN's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -24.2%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $110M in fiscal 2022.
Marten Transport, Ltd. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 5.7%, operating margin of 1.2%, and net margin of 2.0%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including WERN (-$14M net income, -0.5% margin), HTLD (-$52M net income, -6.5% margin), SNDR ($98M net income, 1.8% margin), MRTN has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare MRTN vs WERN →
MRTN Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
MRTN Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17M | -35.2% | $11M | $0.21 | 2.0% | 1.2% |
| 2024 | $27M | -61.7% | $33M | $0.33 | 2.8% | 3.4% |
| 2023 | $70M | -36.2% | $90M | $0.86 | 6.2% | 8.0% |
| 2022 | $110M | +29.2% | $143M | $1.35 | 8.7% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | $85M | +22.9% | $112M | $1.02 | 8.8% | 11.5% |
| 2020 | $70M | +13.8% | $93M | $0.84 | 7.9% | 10.7% |
| 2019 | $61M | +11.0% | $76M | $0.74 | 7.2% | 9.1% |
| 2018 | $55M | -39.1% | $70M | $0.67 | 7.0% | 8.9% |
| 2017 | $90M | +169.8% | $57M | $1.10 | 12.9% | 8.1% |
| 2016 | $33M | -6.4% | $58M | $0.41 | 5.0% | 8.7% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MRTN stock.
Is MRTN growing earnings?
MRTN EPS fell to $0.21, with earnings declining -36.4%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -24.2%. TTM net income dropped to $17M.
What are MRTN's profit margins?
Marten Transport, Ltd. net margin is +2.0%, with operating margin at +1.2%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are MRTN's earnings?
MRTN earnings data spans 1989-2025. The declining earnings trend is -36.4% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.