PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 2013 to 2025
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EPS Growth Rates (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.
Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 47.0% | 19.7% | 15.7% |
| 2024 | 46.1% | 16.7% | 13.0% |
| 2023 | 46.0% | 16.9% | 14.3% |
| 2022 | 50.1% | 13.9% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | 55.2% | 16.8% | 16.4% |
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PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) Earnings Overview
As of February 28, 2026, PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $5.23B, reflecting +0.4% year-over-year growth. The company earned $5.57 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 0.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, PYPL's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +8.9%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $5.23B in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
PayPal Holdings, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 0.5%, operating margin of 0.2%, and net margin of 0.2%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to industry peers including MA ($14.97B net income, 0.5% margin), AXP ($10.54B net income, 0.1% margin), WU ($500M net income, 0.1% margin), PYPL has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare PYPL vs MA →
Peer Comparison
Earnings metrics vs industry competitors
Historical Data
13 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5.23B | +26.2% | $6.57B | $5.41 | 15.7% | 19.7% |
| 2024 | $4.15B | -2.3% | $5.33B | $3.99 | 13.0% | 16.7% |
| 2023 | $4.25B | +75.5% | $5.03B | $3.84 | 14.3% | 16.9% |
| 2022 | $2.42B | -42.0% | $3.84B | $2.09 | 8.8% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | $4.17B | -0.8% | $4.26B | $3.52 | 16.4% | 16.8% |
| 2020 | $4.20B | +70.9% | $3.29B | $3.54 | 19.6% | 15.3% |
| 2019 | $2.46B | +19.5% | $2.72B | $2.07 | 13.8% | 15.3% |
| 2018 | $2.06B | +14.6% | $2.19B | $1.71 | 13.3% | 14.2% |
| 2017 | $1.79B | +28.1% | $2.13B | $1.47 | 13.7% | 16.2% |
| 2016 | $1.40B | +14.1% | $1.59B | $1.15 | 12.9% | 14.6% |
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Start ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
Is PYPL growing earnings?
PYPL EPS of $5.57 reflects slowing growth at +0.4%, below the 5-year CAGR of +8.9%. TTM net income is $5.2B. Expansion rate has moderated.
What are PYPL's profit margins?
PayPal Holdings, Inc. net margin is +0.2%, with operating margin at +0.2%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are PYPL's earnings?
PYPL earnings data spans 2013-2025. The current earnings trend is +0.4% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.