The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP) Earnings History
Net Loss37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · Currently unprofitable on a TTM basis
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The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$99M, reflecting -285.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-1.11 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -4.7%.
Looking at the long-term picture, SSP's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $353M in fiscal 2006.
The E.W. Scripps Company is currently reporting a net loss, though operating performance should be evaluated in the context of growth investments and industry dynamics View revenue history →
Compared to peers including NXST ($165M net income, 2.2% margin), GTN (-$96M net income, -2.7% margin), SBGI (-$112M net income, -3.5% margin), SSP has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare SSP vs NXST →
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SSP Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$101M | -169.0% | $162M | $-1.87 | -4.7% | 7.5% |
| 2024 | $146M | +115.4% | $412M | $1.01 | 5.8% | 16.4% |
| 2023 | -$948M | -583.8% | -$753M | $-11.84 | -41.3% | -32.9% |
| 2022 | $196M | +59.6% | $428M | $1.62 | 8.0% | 17.5% |
| 2021 | $123M | -54.4% | $401M | $0.74 | 5.4% | 17.5% |
| 2020 | $269M | +1565.5% | $303M | $1.01 | 14.5% | 16.3% |
| 2019 | -$18M | -190.2% | $87M | $-0.02 | -1.4% | 6.5% |
| 2018 | $20M | +255.5% | $130M | $0.25 | 1.7% | 10.8% |
| 2017 | -$13M | -119.5% | -$2M | $-0.16 | -1.5% | -0.2% |
| 2016 | $67M | +181.5% | $127M | $0.80 | 7.1% | 13.4% |
| 2015 | -$82M | -883.3% | -$83M | $-1.07 | -11.5% | -11.6% |
| 2014 | $11M | +2321.3% | $29M | $0.18 | 1.2% | 3.4% |
| 2013 | $-474,000 | -101.2% | $14M | $-0.01 | -0.1% | 1.7% |
| 2012 | $40M | +358.7% | $74M | $0.69 | 4.4% | 8.2% |
| 2011 | -$16M | -111.9% | -$23M | $-0.27 | -2.1% | -3.2% |
| 2010 | $131M | +162.3% | $32M | $2.03 | 16.8% | 4.1% |
| 2009 | -$210M | +56.0% | -$218M | $-3.89 | -26.1% | -27.1% |
| 2008 | -$477M | -29301.0% | -$790M | $-8.81 | -47.6% | -78.8% |
| 2007 | -$2M | -100.5% | $210M | $-0.03 | -0.1% | 8.3% |
| 2006 | $353M | +41.8% | $686M | $6.42 | 14.1% | 27.5% |
| 2005 | $249M | -18.0% | $443M | $4.53 | 9.9% | 17.6% |
| 2004 | $304M | +12.2% | $457M | $5.88 | 14.0% | 21.1% |
| 2003 | $271M | +43.8% | $365M | $5.25 | 14.4% | 19.5% |
| 2002 | $188M | +36.5% | $339M | $3.48 | 12.3% | 22.0% |
| 2001 | $138M | -15.6% | $274M | $2.60 | 9.6% | 19.1% |
| 2000 | $163M | +11.3% | $345M | $3.06 | 9.5% | 20.1% |
| 1999 | $147M | +12.0% | $297M | $2.73 | 9.3% | 18.9% |
| 1998 | $131M | -16.8% | $276M | $2.37 | 9.0% | 19.0% |
| 1997 | $158M | +0.2% | $251M | $2.90 | 12.7% | 20.2% |
| 1996 | $157M | +18.0% | $206M | $2.93 | 14.0% | 18.4% |
| 1995 | $133M | +8.7% | $181M | $2.51 | 12.9% | 17.6% |
| 1994 | $123M | -4.7% | $224M | $2.42 | 10.1% | 18.4% |
| 1993 | $129M | +53.4% | $190M | $2.58 | 10.7% | 15.8% |
| 1992 | $84M | +29.9% | $212M | $1.68 | 6.6% | 16.8% |
| 1991 | $65M | +34.6% | $169M | $1.30 | 5.0% | 13.0% |
| 1990 | $48M | -46.2% | $151M | $0.96 | 3.7% | 11.6% |
| 1989 | $89M | - | $208M | $1.79 | 7.1% | 16.4% |
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SSP — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying SSP stock.
What is SSP earnings per share (EPS)?
SSP trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $-1.11, reflecting -285.1% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is N/A. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is The E.W. Scripps Company's net income?
The E.W. Scripps Company (SSP) trailing twelve-month net income is $-99M as of 2025. Earnings declined -285.1% year-over-year.
Is SSP profitable?
SSP is not currently profitable on a TTM basis, reporting a net loss of $-99M. Net margin is -4.7%. Investors should monitor for a return to profitability.
What is SSP's earnings growth rate?
SSP compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: N/A, 3-Year: N/A, 5-Year: N/A, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are SSP's profit margins?
The E.W. Scripps Company net profit margin is -4.7%, operating margin is +7.5%, and gross margin is +33.7%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is -7.9%.
Is SSP growing earnings?
SSP earnings are declining — EPS fell -285.1% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $-99M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A.
What was SSP's best earnings year?
The E.W. Scripps Company's highest annual net income on record is $353M, achieved in fiscal year 2006. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were SSP's earnings last quarter?
SSP's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $-2M with diluted EPS of $-0.20. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.