Photronics, Inc. (PLAB) Earnings History
Elite Compounder37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Photronics, Inc. (PLAB) Earnings Overview
As of June 22, 2026, Photronics, Inc. (PLAB) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $159M, reflecting +9.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $2.72 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 16.1%.
Looking at the long-term picture, PLAB's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +34.4%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $136M in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Photronics, Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 35.3%, operating margin of 24.5%, and net margin of 16.1%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including ONTO ($106M net income, 13.6% margin), MKSI ($327M net income, 7.5% margin), COHU (-$56M net income, -16.4% margin), PLAB has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare PLAB vs ONTO →
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PLAB Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $136M | +4.4% | $208M | $2.28 | 16.1% | 24.5% |
| 2024 | $131M | +4.1% | $222M | $2.09 | 15.1% | 25.6% |
| 2023 | $125M | +5.6% | $253M | $2.03 | 14.1% | 28.4% |
| 2022 | $119M | +114.2% | $212M | $1.94 | 14.4% | 25.7% |
| 2021 | $55M | +64.0% | $95M | $0.89 | 8.4% | 14.2% |
| 2020 | $34M | -16.5% | $64M | $0.52 | 5.5% | 10.5% |
| 2019 | $40M | -3.7% | $52M | $0.59 | 7.4% | 9.5% |
| 2018 | $42M | +220.3% | $66M | $0.56 | 7.9% | 12.3% |
| 2017 | $13M | -71.6% | $32M | $0.19 | 2.9% | 7.1% |
| 2016 | $46M | +3.5% | $52M | $0.64 | 9.6% | 10.9% |
| 2015 | $45M | +71.7% | $72M | $0.63 | 8.5% | 13.8% |
| 2014 | $26M | +44.7% | $29M | $0.41 | 5.7% | 6.3% |
| 2013 | $18M | -35.5% | $31M | $0.29 | 4.3% | 7.3% |
| 2012 | $28M | +71.7% | $44M | $0.44 | 6.2% | 9.9% |
| 2011 | $16M | -32.2% | $75M | $0.28 | 3.2% | 14.7% |
| 2010 | $24M | +157.1% | $39M | $0.43 | 5.6% | 9.3% |
| 2009 | -$42M | +80.1% | -$12M | $-0.97 | -11.6% | -3.5% |
| 2008 | -$211M | -959.5% | -$206M | $-5.06 | -49.9% | -48.7% |
| 2007 | $25M | -16.4% | $23M | $0.56 | 5.8% | 5.4% |
| 2006 | $29M | -24.1% | $42M | $0.66 | 6.4% | 9.2% |
| 2005 | $39M | +58.0% | $59M | $0.95 | 8.8% | 13.3% |
| 2004 | $24M | +150.8% | $51M | $0.68 | 6.2% | 13.0% |
| 2003 | -$48M | -891.6% | -$30M | $-1.50 | -13.8% | -8.6% |
| 2002 | -$5M | -20.6% | $8M | $-0.16 | -1.3% | 2.0% |
| 2001 | -$4M | -139.6% | $7M | $-0.13 | -1.1% | 1.8% |
| 2000 | $10M | -4.9% | $44M | $0.34 | 3.1% | 13.2% |
| 1999 | $11M | -47.8% | $21M | $0.51 | 4.8% | 9.3% |
| 1998 | $21M | -19.9% | $39M | $0.92 | 9.2% | 17.7% |
| 1997 | $26M | +21.9% | $41M | $1.03 | 13.0% | 20.5% |
| 1996 | $21M | +12.9% | $32M | $0.87 | 13.1% | 20.1% |
| 1995 | $19M | +80.6% | $24M | $0.83 | 14.8% | 18.8% |
| 1994 | $10M | +110.2% | $14M | $0.53 | 12.8% | 17.7% |
| 1993 | $5M | +11.4% | $7M | $0.30 | 10.1% | 14.7% |
| 1992 | $4M | -35.3% | $6M | $0.28 | 10.7% | 14.3% |
| 1991 | $7M | +70.0% | $9M | $0.45 | 16.1% | 20.6% |
| 1990 | $4M | +344.4% | $6M | $0.35 | 10.7% | 17.1% |
| 1989 | $900,000 | - | $2M | $0.09 | 3.2% | 5.8% |
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PLAB — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PLAB stock.
What is PLAB earnings per share (EPS)?
PLAB trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $2.72, reflecting +9.1% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +34.4%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Photronics, Inc.'s net income?
Photronics, Inc. (PLAB) trailing twelve-month net income is $159M as of 2025. Earnings grew +9.1% year-over-year. Photronics, Inc. has been profitable for 16 consecutive years.
Is PLAB profitable?
Yes, PLAB is profitable with a TTM net income of $159M and a net profit margin of +16.1%. Photronics, Inc. has generated profits for 16 consecutive years.
What is PLAB's earnings growth rate?
PLAB compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +9.1%, 3-Year: +5.5%, 5-Year: +34.4%, 10-Year: +13.7%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are PLAB's profit margins?
Photronics, Inc. net profit margin is +16.1%, operating margin is +24.5%, and gross margin is +35.3%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +8.9%.
Is PLAB growing earnings?
PLAB is growing earnings steadily. YoY EPS growth of +9.1% is consistent with the 5-year CAGR of +34.4%. TTM net income is $159M.
What was PLAB's best earnings year?
Photronics, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $136M, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were PLAB's earnings last quarter?
PLAB's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $31M with diluted EPS of $0.54. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.