Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) Earnings History
Turnaround17 years of earnings data (2009–2025) · Recovering earnings after a multi-year decline
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Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) Earnings Overview
As of September 24, 2026, Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $30M, reflecting +33.3% year-over-year growth. The company earned $1.25 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 4.0%.
Looking at the long-term picture, PRLB's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -14.2%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $77M in fiscal 2018.
Proto Labs, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 44.5%, operating margin of 4.9%, and net margin of 4.0%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including SSYS (-$115M net income, -18.9% margin), XMTR (-$31M net income, -9.0% margin), MTLS ($13M net income, 2.9% margin), PRLB has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare PRLB vs SSYS →
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PRLB Historical Earnings Data (2009–2025)
17 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21M | +28.0% | $26M | $0.88 | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| 2024 | $17M | -3.6% | $25M | $0.66 | 3.3% | 5.1% |
| 2023 | $17M | +116.6% | $28M | $0.66 | 3.4% | 5.6% |
| 2022 | -$103M | -410.0% | $27M | $-3.77 | -21.2% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | $33M | -34.4% | $28M | $1.21 | 6.8% | 5.7% |
| 2020 | $51M | -20.1% | $60M | $1.89 | 11.7% | 13.8% |
| 2019 | $64M | -16.9% | $80M | $2.35 | 13.9% | 17.4% |
| 2018 | $77M | +47.9% | $89M | $2.81 | 17.2% | 20.0% |
| 2017 | $52M | +21.2% | $72M | $1.93 | 15.0% | 21.0% |
| 2016 | $43M | -8.2% | $62M | $1.61 | 14.3% | 20.7% |
| 2015 | $47M | +11.7% | $67M | $1.77 | 17.6% | 25.4% |
| 2014 | $42M | +18.0% | $61M | $1.60 | 19.9% | 28.9% |
| 2013 | $35M | +46.8% | $51M | $1.36 | 21.6% | 31.5% |
| 2012 | $24M | +33.7% | $35M | $0.98 | 19.1% | 27.7% |
| 2011 | $18M | +64.1% | $27M | $1.36 | 18.2% | 27.2% |
| 2010 | $11M | +159.3% | $17M | $0.22 | 16.9% | 25.7% |
| 2009 | $4M | - | $8M | $0.00 | 9.6% | 18.0% |
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PRLB — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PRLB stock.
What is PRLB earnings per share (EPS)?
PRLB trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $1.25, reflecting +33.3% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -14.2%. Complete EPS history from 2009 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Proto Labs, Inc.'s net income?
Proto Labs, Inc. (PRLB) trailing twelve-month net income is $30M as of 2025. Earnings grew +33.3% year-over-year. Proto Labs, Inc. has been profitable for 3 consecutive years.
Is PRLB profitable?
Yes, PRLB is profitable with a TTM net income of $30M and a net profit margin of +4.0%. Proto Labs, Inc. has generated profits for 3 consecutive years.
What is PRLB's earnings growth rate?
PRLB compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +33.3%, 3-Year: N/A, 5-Year: -14.2%, 10-Year: -6.7%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 2009 to 2025.
What are PRLB's profit margins?
Proto Labs, Inc. net profit margin is +4.0%, operating margin is +4.9%, and gross margin is +44.5%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is +3.2%.
Is PRLB growing earnings?
Yes, PRLB earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +33.3% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of -14.2%. TTM net income reached $30M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was PRLB's best earnings year?
Proto Labs, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $77M, achieved in fiscal year 2018. Earnings history on this page spans 2009 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were PRLB's earnings last quarter?
PRLB's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $9M with diluted EPS of $0.37. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.