Nordson Corporation (NDSN) Earnings History
Growth Compounder37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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Nordson Corporation (NDSN) Earnings Overview
As of October 3, 2026, Nordson Corporation (NDSN) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $555M, reflecting +4.9% year-over-year growth. The company earned $9.91 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 17.4%.
Looking at the long-term picture, NDSN's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +14.8%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $513M in fiscal 2022.
Nordson Corporation maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 55.2%, operating margin of 25.9%, and net margin of 17.4%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including ITW ($3.19B net income, 19.1% margin), GGG ($534M net income, 23.3% margin), IEX ($520M net income, 14.0% margin), NDSN has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare NDSN vs ITW →
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NDSN Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $484M | +3.7% | $724M | $8.51 | 17.4% | 25.9% |
| 2024 | $467M | -4.1% | $674M | $8.11 | 17.4% | 25.1% |
| 2023 | $487M | -5.0% | $673M | $8.46 | 18.5% | 25.6% |
| 2022 | $513M | +12.9% | $702M | $8.81 | 19.8% | 27.1% |
| 2021 | $454M | +82.1% | $615M | $7.74 | 19.2% | 26.0% |
| 2020 | $250M | -26.0% | $350M | $4.27 | 11.8% | 16.5% |
| 2019 | $337M | -10.7% | $483M | $5.79 | 15.4% | 22.0% |
| 2018 | $377M | +27.6% | $503M | $6.40 | 16.7% | 22.3% |
| 2017 | $296M | +8.8% | $466M | $5.08 | 14.3% | 22.6% |
| 2016 | $272M | +28.8% | $388M | $4.73 | 15.0% | 21.5% |
| 2015 | $211M | -14.5% | $318M | $3.45 | 12.5% | 18.8% |
| 2014 | $247M | +11.3% | $367M | $3.84 | 14.5% | 21.5% |
| 2013 | $222M | -1.3% | $324M | $3.42 | 14.4% | 21.0% |
| 2012 | $225M | +1.1% | $335M | $3.45 | 16.0% | 23.8% |
| 2011 | $222M | +32.3% | $316M | $3.25 | 18.0% | 25.6% |
| 2010 | $168M | +205.0% | $235M | $2.46 | 16.1% | 22.5% |
| 2009 | -$160M | -236.2% | -$128M | $-2.38 | -19.5% | -15.6% |
| 2008 | $118M | +29.6% | $190M | $1.72 | 10.4% | 16.9% |
| 2007 | $91M | +0.1% | $152M | $1.33 | 9.1% | 15.3% |
| 2006 | $91M | +15.7% | $148M | $1.33 | 10.2% | 16.5% |
| 2005 | $78M | +23.7% | $131M | $1.07 | 9.3% | 15.6% |
| 2004 | $63M | +80.1% | $119M | $0.87 | 8.0% | 14.9% |
| 2003 | $35M | +59.3% | $68M | $0.62 | 5.3% | 10.2% |
| 2002 | $22M | -10.3% | $53M | $0.33 | 3.4% | 8.2% |
| 2001 | $25M | -55.0% | $60M | $0.37 | 3.4% | 8.1% |
| 2000 | $55M | +15.0% | $100M | $0.84 | 7.4% | 13.6% |
| 1999 | $48M | +128.4% | $80M | $0.71 | 6.8% | 11.4% |
| 1998 | $21M | -58.4% | $71M | $0.32 | 3.1% | 10.8% |
| 1997 | $50M | -5.8% | $74M | $0.72 | 7.9% | 11.6% |
| 1996 | $53M | +0.8% | $84M | $0.73 | 8.7% | 13.8% |
| 1995 | $53M | +12.8% | $84M | $0.71 | 9.1% | 14.4% |
| 1994 | $47M | +29.7% | $74M | $0.62 | 9.2% | 14.7% |
| 1993 | $36M | -8.9% | $67M | $0.47 | 7.8% | 14.6% |
| 1992 | $40M | +16.9% | $67M | $0.51 | 9.3% | 15.8% |
| 1991 | $34M | +15.4% | $58M | $0.45 | 8.7% | 15.1% |
| 1990 | $29M | -14.3% | $50M | $0.39 | 8.5% | 14.4% |
| 1989 | $34M | - | $53M | $0.45 | 12.1% | 18.7% |
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NDSN — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NDSN stock.
What is NDSN earnings per share (EPS)?
NDSN trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $9.91, reflecting +4.9% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +14.8%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Nordson Corporation's net income?
Nordson Corporation (NDSN) trailing twelve-month net income is $555M as of 2025. Earnings grew +4.9% year-over-year. Nordson Corporation has been profitable for 16 consecutive years.
Is NDSN profitable?
Yes, NDSN is profitable with a TTM net income of $555M and a net profit margin of +17.4%. Nordson Corporation has generated profits for 16 consecutive years.
What is NDSN's earnings growth rate?
NDSN compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +4.9%, 3-Year: -1.1%, 5-Year: +14.8%, 10-Year: +9.4%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are NDSN's profit margins?
Nordson Corporation net profit margin is +17.4%, operating margin is +25.9%, and gross margin is +55.2%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +16.2%.
Is NDSN growing earnings?
NDSN earnings growth is slowing. Current YoY EPS growth of +4.9% trails the 5-year CAGR of +14.8%. TTM net income is $555M.
What was NDSN's best earnings year?
Nordson Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $513M, achieved in fiscal year 2022. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were NDSN's earnings last quarter?
NDSN's most recent reported quarter was Q3 2026. Net income was $153M with diluted EPS of $2.73. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.