Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) Earnings History
Elite Compounder37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) Earnings Overview
As of June 27, 2026, Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $187M, reflecting +20.9% year-over-year growth. The company earned $5.12 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 16.4%.
Looking at the long-term picture, POWL's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +59.9%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $181M in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Powell Industries, Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 29.4%, operating margin of 19.7%, and net margin of 16.4%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including HUBB ($906M net income, 15.2% margin), REZI (-$495M net income, -7.1% margin), NVT ($492M net income, 18.2% margin), POWL has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare POWL vs HUBB →
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POWL Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $181M | +20.6% | $218M | $4.95 | 16.4% | 19.7% |
| 2024 | $150M | +174.8% | $179M | $4.10 | 14.8% | 17.7% |
| 2023 | $55M | +296.9% | $63M | $1.50 | 7.8% | 8.9% |
| 2022 | $14M | +2077.0% | $7M | $0.38 | 2.6% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | $631,000 | -96.2% | $1M | $0.02 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| 2020 | $17M | +68.5% | $21M | $0.47 | 3.2% | 4.0% |
| 2019 | $10M | +238.3% | $11M | $0.28 | 1.9% | 2.2% |
| 2018 | -$7M | +24.6% | -$9M | $-0.21 | -1.6% | -2.0% |
| 2017 | -$9M | -161.2% | -$19M | $-0.28 | -2.4% | -4.9% |
| 2016 | $16M | +64.3% | $16M | $0.45 | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| 2015 | $9M | -67.7% | $21M | $0.26 | 1.4% | 3.1% |
| 2014 | $29M | -30.5% | $29M | $0.81 | 4.5% | 4.5% |
| 2013 | $42M | +41.9% | $46M | $1.17 | 6.6% | 7.1% |
| 2012 | $30M | +1192.3% | $48M | $0.83 | 4.1% | 6.7% |
| 2011 | -$3M | -110.9% | $3M | $-0.08 | -0.5% | 0.5% |
| 2010 | $25M | -37.0% | $46M | $0.71 | 4.5% | 8.3% |
| 2009 | $40M | +53.7% | $62M | $1.14 | 6.0% | 9.3% |
| 2008 | $26M | +160.7% | $42M | $0.75 | 4.0% | 6.6% |
| 2007 | $10M | - | $18M | $0.29 | 1.8% | 3.3% |
| 2006 | $0 | -100.0% | $0 | $0.00 | - | - |
| 2005 | $2M | +34.9% | $210 | $0.07 | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| 2004 | $2M | -76.1% | $1M | $0.05 | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| 2003 | $7M | -61.0% | $14M | $0.22 | 2.8% | 5.4% |
| 2002 | $18M | +32.2% | $29M | $0.55 | 5.8% | 9.4% |
| 2001 | $14M | +91.8% | $22M | $0.43 | 5.0% | 8.0% |
| 2000 | $7M | -0.5% | $11M | $0.22 | 3.2% | 4.9% |
| 1999 | $7M | +6.0% | $11M | $0.22 | 3.3% | 5.0% |
| 1998 | $7M | -46.8% | $17M | $0.21 | 3.1% | 8.0% |
| 1997 | $13M | +162.5% | $18M | $0.39 | 6.6% | 9.4% |
| 1996 | $5M | -15.8% | $16M | $0.15 | 2.8% | 9.5% |
| 1995 | $6M | +29.5% | $9M | $0.18 | 3.4% | 5.1% |
| 1994 | $4M | +51.7% | $7M | $0.14 | 2.9% | 4.5% |
| 1993 | $3M | -65.5% | $5M | $0.09 | 2.1% | 3.9% |
| 1992 | $8M | +16.7% | $13M | $0.27 | 6.1% | 9.6% |
| 1991 | $7M | +2.9% | $16M | $0.23 | 4.9% | 11.0% |
| 1990 | $7M | +218.2% | $12M | $0.23 | 5.3% | 9.4% |
| 1989 | $2M | - | $7M | $0.07 | 2.4% | 7.7% |
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POWL — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying POWL stock.
What is POWL earnings per share (EPS)?
POWL trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $5.12, reflecting +20.9% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +59.9%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Powell Industries, Inc.'s net income?
Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL) trailing twelve-month net income is $187M as of 2025. Earnings grew +20.9% year-over-year. Powell Industries, Inc. has been profitable for 7 consecutive years.
Is POWL profitable?
Yes, POWL is profitable with a TTM net income of $187M and a net profit margin of +16.4%. Powell Industries, Inc. has generated profits for 7 consecutive years.
What is POWL's earnings growth rate?
POWL compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +20.9%, 3-Year: +134.7%, 5-Year: +59.9%, 10-Year: +34.1%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are POWL's profit margins?
Powell Industries, Inc. net profit margin is +16.4%, operating margin is +19.7%, and gross margin is +29.4%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +32.2%.
Is POWL growing earnings?
Yes, POWL earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +20.9% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +59.9%. TTM net income reached $187M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was POWL's best earnings year?
Powell Industries, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $181M, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were POWL's earnings last quarter?
POWL's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $46M with diluted EPS of $1.26. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.