Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) Earnings History
Elite Compounder31 years of earnings data (1995–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $1.37B, reflecting -18.8% year-over-year growth. The company earned $9.47 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 6.5%.
Looking at the long-term picture, STLD's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +25.3%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $3.86B in fiscal 2022.
Steel Dynamics, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 13.0%, operating margin of 8.1%, and net margin of 6.5%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including NUE ($2.33B net income, 5.4% margin), RS ($806M net income, 5.2% margin), CMC ($438M net income, 1.1% margin), STLD has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare STLD vs NUE →
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STLD Historical Earnings Data (1995–2025)
31 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.19B | -22.9% | $1.48B | $7.99 | 6.5% | 8.1% |
| 2024 | $1.54B | -37.3% | $1.94B | $9.84 | 8.8% | 11.1% |
| 2023 | $2.45B | -36.5% | $3.15B | $14.64 | 13.0% | 16.8% |
| 2022 | $3.86B | +20.2% | $5.09B | $20.92 | 17.4% | 22.9% |
| 2021 | $3.21B | +483.5% | $4.30B | $15.56 | 17.5% | 23.4% |
| 2020 | $551M | -17.9% | $847M | $2.59 | 5.7% | 8.8% |
| 2019 | $671M | -46.7% | $987M | $3.04 | 6.4% | 9.4% |
| 2018 | $1.26B | +54.8% | $1.72B | $5.35 | 10.6% | 14.6% |
| 2017 | $813M | +112.7% | $1.07B | $3.36 | 8.5% | 11.2% |
| 2016 | $382M | +393.2% | $728M | $1.56 | 4.9% | 9.4% |
| 2015 | -$130M | -183.0% | -$73M | $-0.54 | -1.7% | -1.0% |
| 2014 | $157M | -17.1% | $320M | $0.67 | 1.8% | 3.7% |
| 2013 | $189M | +15.8% | $387M | $0.83 | 2.6% | 5.2% |
| 2012 | $164M | -41.2% | $391M | $0.73 | 2.2% | 5.4% |
| 2011 | $278M | +97.7% | $585M | $1.22 | 3.5% | 7.3% |
| 2010 | $141M | +1819.3% | $365M | $0.64 | 2.2% | 5.8% |
| 2009 | -$8M | -101.8% | $120M | $-0.04 | -0.2% | 3.0% |
| 2008 | $463M | +17.4% | $855M | $2.38 | 5.7% | 10.6% |
| 2007 | $395M | -0.5% | $691M | $2.01 | 9.0% | 15.8% |
| 2006 | $397M | +78.9% | $659M | $1.89 | 12.2% | 20.4% |
| 2005 | $222M | -24.9% | $393M | $1.09 | 10.2% | 18.0% |
| 2004 | $295M | +526.4% | $507M | $1.32 | 13.8% | 23.6% |
| 2003 | $47M | -39.5% | $97M | $0.23 | 4.8% | 9.8% |
| 2002 | $78M | +2377.0% | $164M | $0.41 | 9.0% | 19.0% |
| 2001 | $3M | -94.2% | $26M | $0.02 | 0.5% | 4.3% |
| 2000 | $54M | +36.5% | $105M | $0.29 | 7.8% | 15.2% |
| 1999 | $39M | +24.3% | $89M | $0.21 | 6.4% | 14.3% |
| 1998 | $32M | -28.0% | $65M | $0.16 | 6.2% | 12.7% |
| 1997 | $44M | +544.4% | $65M | $0.23 | 10.5% | 15.5% |
| 1996 | -$10M | +50.3% | $18M | $-0.07 | -3.9% | 7.2% |
| 1995 | -$20M | - | -$17M | $-0.15 | -19900.0% | -16700.0% |
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STLD — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying STLD stock.
What is STLD earnings per share (EPS)?
STLD trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $9.47, reflecting -18.8% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +25.3%. Complete EPS history from 1995 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Steel Dynamics, Inc.'s net income?
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) trailing twelve-month net income is $1.4B as of 2025. Earnings declined -18.8% year-over-year. Steel Dynamics, Inc. has been profitable for 10 consecutive years.
Is STLD profitable?
Yes, STLD is profitable with a TTM net income of $1.4B and a net profit margin of +6.5%. Steel Dynamics, Inc. has generated profits for 10 consecutive years.
What is STLD's earnings growth rate?
STLD compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -18.8%, 3-Year: -27.4%, 5-Year: +25.3%, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1995 to 2025.
What are STLD's profit margins?
Steel Dynamics, Inc. net profit margin is +6.5%, operating margin is +8.1%, and gross margin is +13.0%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +13.3%.
Is STLD growing earnings?
STLD earnings are declining — EPS fell -18.8% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $1.4B. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +25.3%.
What was STLD's best earnings year?
Steel Dynamics, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $3.9B, achieved in fiscal year 2022. Earnings history on this page spans 1995 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were STLD's earnings last quarter?
STLD's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $403M with diluted EPS of $2.78. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.