Rio Tinto Group (RIO) Earnings History
Steady Earner34 years of earnings data (1991–2024) · Positive but moderate multi-year EPS trajectory
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Rio Tinto Group (RIO) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, Rio Tinto Group (RIO) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $20.96B, reflecting +14.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $12.80 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 21.5%.
Looking at the long-term picture, RIO's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +7.7%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $21.11B in fiscal 2021.
Rio Tinto Group maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 56.4%, operating margin of 29.2%, and net margin of 21.5%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including BHP ($21.64B net income, 17.6% margin), VALE ($2.79B net income, 6.5% margin), FCX ($2.73B net income, 8.6% margin), RIO has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare RIO vs BHP →
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RIO Historical Earnings Data (1991–2024)
34 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11.55B | +14.9% | $15.65B | $7.07 | 21.5% | 29.2% |
| 2023 | $10.06B | -18.8% | $14.82B | $6.16 | 18.6% | 27.4% |
| 2022 | $12.39B | -41.3% | $19.93B | $7.60 | 22.3% | 35.9% |
| 2021 | $21.11B | +116.1% | $29.82B | $12.95 | 33.3% | 47.0% |
| 2020 | $9.77B | +22.0% | $16.83B | $6.00 | 21.9% | 37.7% |
| 2019 | $8.01B | -41.3% | $15.90B | $4.88 | 18.6% | 36.8% |
| 2018 | $13.64B | +55.6% | $17.69B | $7.88 | 33.7% | 43.6% |
| 2017 | $8.76B | +89.8% | $14.13B | $4.87 | 21.9% | 35.3% |
| 2016 | $4.62B | +633.1% | $6.79B | $2.55 | 13.7% | 20.1% |
| 2015 | -$866M | -113.3% | $3.62B | $-0.47 | -2.5% | 10.4% |
| 2014 | $6.53B | +78.1% | $11.35B | $3.51 | 13.7% | 23.8% |
| 2013 | $3.67B | +222.6% | $7.43B | $1.97 | 7.2% | 14.5% |
| 2012 | -$2.99B | -151.3% | -$1.15B | $-1.62 | -5.9% | -2.3% |
| 2011 | $5.83B | -59.3% | $13.94B | $3.02 | 9.6% | 23.0% |
| 2010 | $14.32B | +194.0% | $19.69B | $7.26 | 25.3% | 34.8% |
| 2009 | $4.87B | +32.5% | $7.51B | $2.75 | 11.2% | 17.3% |
| 2008 | $3.68B | -49.7% | $10.19B | $1.93 | 6.8% | 18.8% |
| 2007 | $7.31B | -1.7% | $8.57B | $4.68 | 24.6% | 28.9% |
| 2006 | $7.44B | +42.6% | $8.97B | $4.59 | 33.1% | 39.9% |
| 2005 | $5.21B | +58.2% | $6.92B | $3.15 | 27.4% | 36.4% |
| 2004 | $3.30B | +118.6% | $3.33B | $1.97 | 25.5% | 25.7% |
| 2003 | $1.51B | +131.5% | $1.50B | $0.90 | 16.3% | 16.2% |
| 2002 | $651M | -39.6% | $831M | $0.35 | 7.7% | 9.8% |
| 2001 | $1.08B | -51.4% | $1.50B | $1.00 | 13.2% | 18.5% |
| 2000 | $2.22B | +7.5% | $3.13B | $1.34 | 19.1% | 27.0% |
| 1999 | $2.06B | +76.8% | $2.54B | $1.25 | 17.8% | 21.9% |
| 1998 | $1.17B | -42.0% | $1.99B | $0.42 | 9.9% | 16.8% |
| 1997 | $2.01B | +67.8% | $2.55B | $1.16 | 16.4% | 20.7% |
| 1996 | $1.20B | -4.7% | $1.33B | $0.65 | 15.5% | 17.1% |
| 1995 | $1.26B | +31.6% | $1.96B | $0.75 | 15.8% | 24.6% |
| 1994 | $957M | +125.4% | $810M | $0.74 | 26.7% | 22.6% |
| 1993 | $425M | +17.1% | $459M | $0.33 | 9.0% | 9.7% |
| 1992 | $362M | -5.5% | $469M | $0.28 | 7.4% | 9.5% |
| 1991 | $384M | - | $741M | $0.29 | 5.8% | 11.1% |
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RIO — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying RIO stock.
What is RIO earnings per share (EPS)?
RIO trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $12.80, reflecting +14.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +7.7%. Complete EPS history from 1991 to 2024 is available in the table on this page.
What is Rio Tinto Group's net income?
Rio Tinto Group (RIO) trailing twelve-month net income is $21.0B as of 2024. Earnings grew +14.8% year-over-year. Rio Tinto Group has been profitable for 9 consecutive years.
Is RIO profitable?
Yes, RIO is profitable with a TTM net income of $21.0B and a net profit margin of +21.5%. Rio Tinto Group has generated profits for 9 consecutive years.
What is RIO's earnings growth rate?
RIO compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +14.8%, 3-Year: -18.3%, 5-Year: +7.7%, 10-Year: +7.3%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1991 to 2024.
What are RIO's profit margins?
Rio Tinto Group net profit margin is +21.5%, operating margin is +29.2%, and gross margin is +56.4%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +20.2%.
Is RIO growing earnings?
RIO is growing earnings steadily. YoY EPS growth of +14.8% is consistent with the 5-year CAGR of +7.7%. TTM net income is $21.0B.
What was RIO's best earnings year?
Rio Tinto Group's highest annual net income on record is $21.1B, achieved in fiscal year 2021. Earnings history on this page spans 1991 to 2024 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were RIO's earnings last quarter?
RIO's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2025. Net income was $4.6B with diluted EPS of $2.79. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.