TransAlta Corporation (TAC) Earnings History
Net Loss29 years of earnings data (1997–2025) · Currently unprofitable on a TTM basis
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TransAlta Corporation (TAC) Earnings Overview
As of June 23, 2026, TransAlta Corporation (TAC) reported trailing twelve-month net income of -$171M, reflecting -206.7% year-over-year growth. The company earned $-0.58 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of -5.7%.
Looking at the long-term picture, TAC's historical earnings data spans multiple years. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $695M in fiscal 2023.
TransAlta Corporation 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 NRG ($239M net income, 2.8% margin), VST ($2.24B net income, 5.6% margin), CWEN ($2M net income, 11.8% margin), TAC has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare TAC vs NRG →
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TAC Historical Earnings Data (1997–2025)
29 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -$138M | -160.2% | -$222M | $-0.64 | -5.7% | -9.2% |
| 2024 | $229M | -67.1% | $585M | $0.60 | 8.0% | 20.6% |
| 2023 | $695M | +1290.0% | $1.09B | $2.33 | 20.7% | 32.5% |
| 2022 | $50M | +109.3% | $531M | $0.59 | 1.7% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | -$537M | -87.1% | -$239M | $-1.57 | -19.7% | -8.8% |
| 2020 | -$287M | -450.0% | -$99M | $-0.92 | -13.7% | -4.7% |
| 2019 | $82M | +141.4% | $335M | $0.62 | 3.5% | 14.3% |
| 2018 | -$198M | -23.8% | $160M | $-0.69 | -8.8% | 7.1% |
| 2017 | -$160M | -194.7% | $138M | $-0.56 | -6.9% | 6.0% |
| 2016 | $169M | +668.2% | $478M | $0.41 | 7.1% | 19.9% |
| 2015 | $22M | -87.9% | $148M | $-0.09 | 1.0% | 6.5% |
| 2014 | $182M | +651.5% | $442M | $0.52 | 6.9% | 16.9% |
| 2013 | -$33M | +94.3% | $297M | $-0.12 | -1.4% | 13.0% |
| 2012 | -$583M | -291.1% | $42M | $-2.48 | -25.8% | 1.9% |
| 2011 | $305M | +39.3% | $662M | $1.31 | 11.5% | 24.9% |
| 2010 | $219M | +21.0% | $497M | $1.16 | 7.8% | 17.6% |
| 2009 | $181M | -23.2% | $378M | $0.90 | 6.5% | 13.6% |
| 2008 | $236M | -23.7% | $531M | $1.18 | 7.6% | 17.1% |
| 2007 | $309M | +587.8% | $541M | $1.53 | 11.1% | 19.5% |
| 2006 | $45M | -77.4% | $157M | $0.22 | 1.6% | 5.6% |
| 2005 | $199M | +16.8% | $441M | $0.94 | 7.0% | 15.5% |
| 2004 | $170M | -33.8% | $478M | $0.88 | 6.0% | 16.8% |
| 2003 | $257M | +22.0% | $536M | $1.26 | 10.3% | 21.4% |
| 2002 | $211M | -7.4% | $198M | $1.17 | 12.2% | 11.5% |
| 2001 | $228M | -22.2% | $379M | $1.25 | 4.6% | 7.7% |
| 2000 | $293M | +52.7% | $409M | $1.66 | 10.4% | 14.6% |
| 1999 | $192M | -9.4% | $315M | $0.98 | 18.6% | 30.6% |
| 1998 | $211M | +15.8% | $707M | $1.28 | 12.8% | 42.7% |
| 1997 | $183M | - | $581M | $1.14 | 10.8% | 34.5% |
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TAC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying TAC stock.
What is TAC earnings per share (EPS)?
TAC trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $-0.58, reflecting -206.7% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is N/A. Complete EPS history from 1997 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is TransAlta Corporation's net income?
TransAlta Corporation (TAC) trailing twelve-month net income is $-171M as of 2025. Earnings declined -206.7% year-over-year.
Is TAC profitable?
TAC is not currently profitable on a TTM basis, reporting a net loss of $-171M. Net margin is -5.7%. Investors should monitor for a return to profitability.
What is TAC's earnings growth rate?
TAC 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 1997 to 2025.
What are TAC's profit margins?
TransAlta Corporation net profit margin is -5.7%, operating margin is -9.2%, and gross margin is +32.6%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures. Return on Equity is -8.3%.
Is TAC growing earnings?
TAC earnings are declining — EPS fell -206.7% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $-171M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of N/A.
What was TAC's best earnings year?
TransAlta Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $695M, achieved in fiscal year 2023. Earnings history on this page spans 1997 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were TAC's earnings last quarter?
TAC's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $13M with diluted EPS of $0.04. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.