Unilever PLC (UL) Earnings History
Steady Earner35 years of earnings data (1991–2025) · Positive but moderate multi-year EPS trajectory
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Unilever PLC (UL) Earnings Overview
As of October 24, 2026, Unilever PLC (UL) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $11.44B, reflecting +13.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $5.24 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 18.7%.
Looking at the long-term picture, UL's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +4.1%, reflecting modest earnings expansion. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $9.47B in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
Unilever PLC maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 100.0%, operating margin of 17.9%, and net margin of 18.7%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including PG ($16.03B net income, 18.4% margin), KMB ($1.96B net income, 11.7% margin), CL ($2.04B net income, 10.5% margin), UL has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare UL vs PG →
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UL Historical Earnings Data (1991–2025)
35 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9.47B | +64.9% | $9.04B | $2.59 | 18.7% | 17.9% |
| 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% |
| 2014 | $5.17B | +6.8% | $7.98B | $1.79 | 10.7% | 16.5% |
| 2013 | $4.84B | +8.1% | $7.38B | $1.66 | 9.7% | 14.8% |
| 2012 | $4.48B | +5.4% | $6.99B | $1.54 | 8.7% | 13.6% |
| 2011 | $4.25B | +0.2% | $6.43B | $1.46 | 9.2% | 13.8% |
| 2010 | $4.24B | +25.9% | $6.34B | $1.46 | 9.6% | 14.3% |
| 2009 | $3.37B | -33.0% | $5.02B | $1.17 | 8.5% | 12.6% |
| 2008 | $5.03B | +29.3% | $7.17B | $1.73 | 12.4% | 17.7% |
| 2007 | $3.89B | -18.1% | $5.25B | $1.31 | 9.7% | 13.1% |
| 2006 | $4.75B | +26.0% | $5.41B | $1.60 | 12.0% | 13.6% |
| 2005 | $3.77B | +36.7% | $5.07B | $2.78 | 9.8% | 13.2% |
| 2004 | $2.75B | +49.1% | $4.24B | $90.62 | 7.1% | 11.0% |
| 2003 | $1.85B | -10.2% | $3.81B | $91.31 | 6.2% | 12.8% |
| 2002 | $2.06B | +12.0% | $4.91B | $0.67 | 4.4% | 10.5% |
| 2001 | $1.84B | +5.3% | $5.26B | $0.60 | 3.5% | 10.1% |
| 2000 | $1.75B | -40.5% | $5.22B | $0.36 | 2.3% | 6.9% |
| 1999 | $2.93B | +5.1% | $4.56B | $0.91 | 6.8% | 10.5% |
| 1998 | $2.79B | -44.2% | $4.18B | $0.85 | 7.3% | 10.9% |
| 1997 | $5.01B | +126.0% | $3.33B | $1.43 | 11.2% | 7.4% |
| 1996 | $2.22B | +24.8% | $3.43B | $0.74 | 4.8% | 7.4% |
| 1995 | $1.78B | -10.7% | $3.04B | $0.59 | 4.7% | 8.0% |
| 1994 | $1.99B | +15.7% | $3.22B | $0.66 | 5.3% | 8.5% |
| 1993 | $1.72B | +6.0% | $2.57B | $0.57 | 4.7% | 7.0% |
| 1992 | $1.62B | +0.5% | $2.65B | $0.54 | 5.2% | 8.6% |
| 1991 | $1.61B | - | $3.19B | $0.54 | 5.0% | 9.9% |
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UL — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying UL stock.
What is UL earnings per share (EPS)?
UL trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $5.24, reflecting +13.1% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +4.1%. Complete EPS history from 1991 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Unilever PLC's net income?
Unilever PLC (UL) trailing twelve-month net income is $11.4B as of 2025. Earnings grew +13.1% year-over-year. Unilever PLC has been profitable for 35 consecutive years.
Is UL profitable?
Yes, UL is profitable with a TTM net income of $11.4B and a net profit margin of +18.7%. Unilever PLC has generated profits for 35 consecutive years.
What is UL's earnings growth rate?
UL compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +13.1%, 3-Year: -4.7%, 5-Year: +4.1%, 10-Year: +4.2%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1991 to 2025.
What are UL's profit margins?
Unilever PLC net profit margin is +18.7%, operating margin is +17.9%, and gross margin is +100.0%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +47.2%.
Is UL growing earnings?
UL is growing earnings steadily. YoY EPS growth of +13.1% is consistent with the 5-year CAGR of +4.1%. TTM net income is $11.4B.
What was UL's best earnings year?
Unilever PLC's highest annual net income on record is $9.5B, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1991 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were UL's earnings last quarter?
UL's most recent reported quarter was Q2 2026. Net income was $3.3B with diluted EPS of $1.40. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.