Nucor Corporation (NUE) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1989 to 2025
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NUE 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.
NUE Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11.9% | 8.2% | 5.4% |
| 2024 | 13.3% | 9.7% | 6.6% |
| 2023 | 22.5% | 17.9% | 13.0% |
| 2022 | 30.1% | 25.3% | 18.3% |
| 2021 | 30.2% | 25.5% | 18.7% |
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Nucor Corporation (NUE) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Nucor Corporation (NUE) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $2.33B, reflecting -11.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $10.17 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 5.4%.
Looking at the long-term picture, NUE's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +26.1%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $7.61B in fiscal 2022.
Nucor Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 11.9%, operating margin of 8.2%, and net margin of 5.4%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including STLD ($1.37B net income, 6.5% margin), CLF (-$1.48B net income, -7.9% margin), CMC ($438M net income, 1.1% margin), NUE has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare NUE vs STLD →
NUE Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
NUE Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.74B | -14.0% | $2.66B | $7.52 | 5.4% | 8.2% |
| 2024 | $2.03B | -55.2% | $2.98B | $8.46 | 6.6% | 9.7% |
| 2023 | $4.52B | -40.5% | $6.23B | $18.00 | 13.0% | 17.9% |
| 2022 | $7.61B | +11.4% | $10.51B | $28.79 | 18.3% | 25.3% |
| 2021 | $6.83B | +846.3% | $9.32B | $23.16 | 18.7% | 25.5% |
| 2020 | $721M | -43.2% | $0 | $2.36 | 3.6% | 0.0% |
| 2019 | $1.27B | -46.2% | $1.97B | $4.14 | 5.6% | 8.7% |
| 2018 | $2.36B | +79.0% | $3.43B | $7.45 | 9.4% | 13.7% |
| 2017 | $1.32B | +65.6% | $1.88B | $4.10 | 6.5% | 9.3% |
| 2016 | $796M | +122.6% | $1.43B | $2.48 | 4.9% | 8.8% |
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Start ComparisonNUE — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NUE stock.
Is NUE growing earnings?
NUE EPS fell to $10.17, with earnings declining -11.1%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +26.1%. TTM net income dropped to $2.3B.
What are NUE's profit margins?
Nucor Corporation net margin is +5.4%, with operating margin at +8.2%. Margins sit within typical range for the sector.
How consistent are NUE's earnings?
NUE earnings data spans 1989-2025. The declining earnings trend is -11.1% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.