STERIS plc (STE) Earnings History
Growth Compounder36 years of earnings data (1991–2026) · Consistent double-digit EPS growth over 5 years
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STERIS plc (STE) Earnings Overview
As of June 23, 2026, STERIS plc (STE) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $782M, reflecting +27.9% year-over-year growth. The company earned $7.95 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 13.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, STE's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +11.4%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $785M in fiscal 2026, representing a new all-time high.
STERIS plc maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 44.2%, operating margin of 18.6%, and net margin of 13.2%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including WAT ($449M net income, 20.3% margin), MMSI ($139M net income, 8.5% margin), HSIC ($398M net income, 3.0% margin), STE has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare STE vs WAT →
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STE Historical Earnings Data (1991–2026)
36 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $785M | +27.7% | $1.10B | $7.93 | 13.2% | 18.6% |
| 2025 | $615M | +62.5% | $867M | $6.20 | 11.3% | 15.9% |
| 2024 | $378M | +253.4% | $836M | $3.81 | 7.4% | 16.3% |
| 2023 | $107M | -56.1% | $791M | $1.07 | 2.4% | 17.4% |
| 2022 | $244M | -38.6% | $478M | $2.48 | 5.8% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | $397M | -2.5% | $548M | $4.63 | 12.8% | 17.6% |
| 2020 | $408M | +34.1% | $537M | $4.76 | 13.5% | 17.7% |
| 2019 | $304M | +4.5% | $411M | $3.56 | 10.9% | 14.8% |
| 2018 | $291M | +164.6% | $400M | $3.39 | 11.1% | 15.3% |
| 2017 | $110M | -0.7% | $226M | $1.28 | 4.2% | 8.7% |
| 2016 | $111M | -18.0% | $213M | $1.56 | 4.9% | 9.5% |
| 2015 | $135M | +4.3% | $227M | $2.25 | 7.3% | 12.3% |
| 2014 | $129M | -19.1% | $207M | $2.17 | 8.0% | 12.7% |
| 2013 | $160M | +17.5% | $243M | $2.72 | 10.7% | 16.2% |
| 2012 | $136M | +165.5% | $222M | $2.31 | 9.7% | 15.8% |
| 2011 | $51M | -60.1% | $85M | $0.85 | 4.2% | 7.1% |
| 2010 | $128M | +16.1% | $204M | $2.16 | 10.2% | 16.2% |
| 2009 | $111M | +43.5% | $175M | $1.86 | 8.5% | 13.5% |
| 2008 | $77M | -6.1% | $124M | $1.20 | 6.1% | 9.8% |
| 2007 | $82M | +16.9% | $138M | $1.25 | 6.9% | 11.5% |
| 2006 | $70M | -18.2% | $110M | $1.02 | 6.1% | 9.5% |
| 2005 | $86M | -8.8% | $141M | $1.23 | 7.9% | 13.1% |
| 2004 | $94M | +18.6% | $129M | $1.33 | 9.1% | 12.5% |
| 2003 | $79M | +71.9% | $126M | $1.12 | 8.2% | 12.9% |
| 2002 | $46M | +3408.1% | $81M | $0.65 | 5.3% | 9.3% |
| 2001 | $1M | -87.4% | $24M | $0.02 | 0.2% | 3.0% |
| 2000 | $10M | -87.7% | $30M | $0.15 | 1.4% | 3.9% |
| 1999 | $85M | +29.6% | $136M | $1.20 | 10.6% | 17.1% |
| 1998 | $65M | +314.0% | $113M | $0.95 | 9.1% | 15.7% |
| 1997 | -$31M | -175.0% | $84M | $-0.45 | -5.2% | 14.4% |
| 1996 | $41M | +208.2% | $70M | $0.30 | 7.6% | 13.1% |
| 1995 | -$38M | -698.4% | $66M | $-0.14 | -6.9% | 12.1% |
| 1994 | $6M | +152.0% | $8M | $0.07 | 13.8% | 17.5% |
| 1993 | $3M | - | $2M | $0.02 | 9.4% | 8.6% |
| 1992 | $0 | - | $0 | $-0.01 | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 1991 | $0 | - | $200,000 | $-0.01 | 0.0% | 2.3% |
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STE — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying STE stock.
What is STE earnings per share (EPS)?
STE trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $7.95, reflecting +27.9% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +11.4%. Complete EPS history from 1991 to 2026 is available in the table on this page.
What is STERIS plc's net income?
STERIS plc (STE) trailing twelve-month net income is $782M as of 2026. Earnings grew +27.9% year-over-year. STERIS plc has been profitable for 29 consecutive years.
Is STE profitable?
Yes, STE is profitable with a TTM net income of $782M and a net profit margin of +13.2%. STERIS plc has generated profits for 29 consecutive years.
What is STE's earnings growth rate?
STE compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +27.9%, 3-Year: +95.0%, 5-Year: +11.4%, 10-Year: +17.7%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1991 to 2026.
What are STE's profit margins?
STERIS plc net profit margin is +13.2%, operating margin is +18.6%, and gross margin is +44.2%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +11.4%.
Is STE growing earnings?
Yes, STE earnings are accelerating — EPS growth of +27.9% exceeds the 5-year CAGR of +11.4%. TTM net income reached $782M. Earnings momentum is strengthening.
What was STE's best earnings year?
STERIS plc's highest annual net income on record is $785M, achieved in fiscal year 2026. Earnings history on this page spans 1991 to 2026 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were STE's earnings last quarter?
STE's most recent reported quarter was Q4 2026. Net income was $220M with diluted EPS of $2.24. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.