PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) Earnings History
Steady Earner13 years of earnings data (2013–2025) · Positive but moderate multi-year EPS trajectory
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PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $5.06B, reflecting +35.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $5.50 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 15.8%.
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 industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 46.6%, operating margin of 18.3%, and net margin of 15.8%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including V ($22.24B net income, 50.1% margin), MA ($15.57B net income, 45.6% margin), FIS ($2.67B net income, 3.6% margin), PYPL has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare PYPL vs V →
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PYPL Historical Earnings Data (2013–2025)
13 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5.23B | +26.2% | $6.07B | $5.41 | 15.8% | 18.3% |
| 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% |
| 2015 | $1.23B | +193.1% | $1.46B | $1.00 | 13.3% | 15.8% |
| 2014 | $419M | -56.1% | $1.27B | $0.34 | 5.2% | 15.8% |
| 2013 | $955M | - | $1.09B | $0.80 | 14.2% | 16.2% |
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PYPL — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying PYPL stock.
What is PYPL earnings per share (EPS)?
PYPL trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $5.50, reflecting +35.6% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +8.9%. Complete EPS history from 2013 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is PayPal Holdings, Inc.'s net income?
PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL) trailing twelve-month net income is $5.1B as of 2025. Earnings grew +35.6% year-over-year. PayPal Holdings, Inc. has been profitable for 13 consecutive years.
Is PYPL profitable?
Yes, PYPL is profitable with a TTM net income of $5.1B and a net profit margin of +15.8%. PayPal Holdings, Inc. has generated profits for 13 consecutive years.
What is PYPL's earnings growth rate?
PYPL compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +35.6%, 3-Year: +37.3%, 5-Year: +8.9%, 10-Year: +18.4%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 2013 to 2025.
What are PYPL's profit margins?
PayPal Holdings, Inc. net profit margin is +15.8%, operating margin is +18.3%, and gross margin is +46.6%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +25.7%.
Is PYPL growing earnings?
Yes, PYPL earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +35.6% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +8.9%. TTM net income reached $5.1B. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was PYPL's best earnings year?
PayPal Holdings, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $5.2B, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 2013 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were PYPL's earnings last quarter?
PYPL's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $1.1B with diluted EPS of $1.21. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.