NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) Earnings History
Growth Compounder29 years of earnings data (1997–2025) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) Earnings Overview
As of November 8, 2026, NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $849M, reflecting -19.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.04 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 2.8%.
Looking at the long-term picture, NRG's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +14.1%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $4.44B in fiscal 2019.
NRG Energy, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 21.8%, operating margin of 6.0%, and net margin of 2.8%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including VST ($2.22B net income, 5.6% margin), CEG ($3.48B net income, 9.1% margin), EXC ($2.64B net income, 11.4% margin), NRG has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare NRG vs VST →
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NRG Historical Earnings Data (1997–2025)
29 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $864M | -23.2% | $1.85B | $4.01 | 2.8% | 6.0% |
| 2024 | $1.13B | +656.9% | $2.42B | $4.99 | 4.0% | 8.6% |
| 2023 | -$202M | -116.5% | $384M | $-1.12 | -0.7% | 1.3% |
| 2022 | $1.22B | -44.2% | $2.02B | $5.17 | 3.9% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | $2.19B | +328.8% | $3.34B | $8.93 | 8.1% | 12.4% |
| 2020 | $510M | -88.5% | $1.10B | $2.07 | 5.6% | 12.2% |
| 2019 | $4.44B | +1556.0% | $1.29B | $16.81 | 45.2% | 13.1% |
| 2018 | $268M | +112.4% | $982M | $0.87 | 2.8% | 10.4% |
| 2017 | -$2.15B | -178.2% | -$741M | $-6.79 | -23.7% | -8.2% |
| 2016 | -$774M | +87.9% | $33M | $-2.22 | -8.7% | 0.4% |
| 2015 | -$6.38B | -4862.7% | -$4.05B | $-19.46 | -51.8% | -32.9% |
| 2014 | $134M | +134.7% | $1.27B | $0.23 | 0.8% | 8.0% |
| 2013 | -$386M | -230.8% | $343M | $-1.22 | -3.4% | 3.0% |
| 2012 | $295M | +49.7% | $350M | $1.22 | 3.5% | 4.2% |
| 2011 | $197M | -58.7% | $635M | $0.78 | 2.2% | 7.0% |
| 2010 | $477M | -49.4% | $1.31B | $1.84 | 5.4% | 14.8% |
| 2009 | $942M | -23.1% | $2.16B | $3.44 | 10.5% | 24.1% |
| 2008 | $1.23B | +109.0% | $2.27B | $4.43 | 17.8% | 33.0% |
| 2007 | $586M | -5.6% | $1.56B | $2.01 | 9.8% | 26.0% |
| 2006 | $621M | +639.3% | $1.42B | $2.04 | 11.1% | 25.4% |
| 2005 | $84M | -54.8% | $225M | $0.38 | 3.5% | 9.4% |
| 2004 | $186M | -93.3% | $390M | $0.93 | 8.8% | 18.5% |
| 2003 | $2.78B | +180.2% | $3.11B | $6.98 | 162.4% | 181.9% |
| 2002 | -$3.46B | -1407.2% | -$2.59B | $-8.71 | -205.2% | -153.3% |
| 2001 | $265M | +44.9% | $715M | $0.67 | 12.7% | 34.3% |
| 2000 | $183M | +219.8% | $484M | $0.46 | 10.1% | 26.7% |
| 1999 | $57M | +37.1% | $110M | $0.19 | 11.4% | 21.9% |
| 1998 | $42M | +89.8% | $57M | $0.14 | 22.9% | 31.3% |
| 1997 | $22M | - | $18M | $0.07 | 18.6% | 15.3% |
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NRG — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NRG stock.
What is NRG earnings per share (EPS)?
NRG trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $4.04, reflecting -19.6% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +14.1%. Complete EPS history from 1997 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is NRG Energy, Inc.'s net income?
NRG Energy, Inc. (NRG) trailing twelve-month net income is $849M as of 2025. Earnings declined -19.6% year-over-year. NRG Energy, Inc. has been profitable for 2 consecutive years.
Is NRG profitable?
Yes, NRG is profitable with a TTM net income of $849M and a net profit margin of +2.8%. NRG Energy, Inc. has generated profits for 2 consecutive years.
What is NRG's earnings growth rate?
NRG compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -19.6%, 3-Year: -8.1%, 5-Year: +14.1%, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1997 to 2025.
What are NRG's profit margins?
NRG Energy, Inc. net profit margin is +2.8%, operating margin is +6.0%, and gross margin is +21.8%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is +41.5%.
Is NRG growing earnings?
NRG earnings are declining — EPS fell -19.6% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $849M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +14.1%.
What was NRG's best earnings year?
NRG Energy, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $4.4B, achieved in fiscal year 2019. Earnings history on this page spans 1997 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were NRG's earnings last quarter?
NRG's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $506M with diluted EPS of $2.34. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.