Unilever PLC (UL) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1991 to 2024
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UL EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
UL Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 100.0% | 15.5% | 9.5% |
| 2023 | 42.2% | 16.4% | 10.9% |
| 2022 | 40.2% | 17.9% | 12.7% |
| 2021 | 42.3% | 16.6% | 11.5% |
| 2020 | 43.5% | 16.4% | 11.0% |
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Unilever PLC (UL) Earnings Overview
As of May 6, 2026, Unilever PLC (UL) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $12.20B, reflecting -10.5% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.93 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 9.5%.
Looking at the long-term picture, UL's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +1.4%, reflecting modest earnings expansion. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $9.37B in fiscal 2018.
Unilever PLC maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 100.0%, operating margin of 15.5%, and net margin of 9.5%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including PG ($12.72B net income, 19.0% margin), KMB ($2.12B net income, 11.7% margin), CL ($2.13B net income, 10.5% margin), UL has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare UL vs PG →
UL Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
UL Historical Earnings Data (1991–2024)
34 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.74B | -11.5% | $9.40B | $2.29 | 9.5% | 15.5% |
| 2023 | $6.49B | -15.1% | $9.76B | $2.56 | 10.9% | 16.4% |
| 2022 | $7.64B | +26.3% | $10.76B | $2.99 | 12.7% | 17.9% |
| 2021 | $6.05B | +8.4% | $8.70B | $2.32 | 11.5% | 16.6% |
| 2020 | $5.58B | -0.8% | $8.30B | $2.12 | 11.0% | 16.4% |
| 2019 | $5.63B | -40.0% | $8.71B | $2.14 | 10.8% | 16.8% |
| 2018 | $9.37B | +55.6% | $12.64B | $3.48 | 18.4% | 24.8% |
| 2017 | $6.02B | +16.2% | $8.96B | $2.14 | 11.2% | 16.7% |
| 2016 | $5.18B | +5.6% | $7.80B | $1.82 | 9.8% | 14.8% |
| 2015 | $4.91B | -5.1% | $7.51B | $1.72 | 9.2% | 14.1% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying UL stock.
Is UL growing earnings?
UL EPS fell to $4.93, with earnings declining -10.5%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +1.4%. TTM net income dropped to $12.2B.
What are UL's profit margins?
Unilever PLC net margin is +9.5%, with operating margin at +15.5%. Margins sit within typical range for the sector.
How consistent are UL's earnings?
UL earnings data spans 1991-2024. The declining earnings trend is -10.5% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.