Value Line, Inc. (VALU) Earnings History
Steady Earner36 years of earnings data (1990–2025) · Positive but moderate multi-year EPS trajectory
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Value Line, Inc. (VALU) Earnings Overview
As of June 28, 2026, Value Line, Inc. (VALU) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $22M, reflecting +8.9% year-over-year growth. The company earned $2.34 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 59.0%.
Looking at the long-term picture, VALU's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +7.3%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $46M in fiscal 1997.
Value Line, Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 58.8%, operating margin of 17.1%, and net margin of 59.0%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MORN ($403M net income, 15.3% margin), MSCI ($1.32B net income, 38.4% margin), FDS ($588M net income, 25.7% margin), VALU has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare VALU vs MORN →
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VALU Historical Earnings Data (1990–2025)
36 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21M | +8.8% | $6M | $2.20 | 59.0% | 17.1% |
| 2024 | $19M | +5.2% | $9M | $2.02 | 50.7% | 24.4% |
| 2023 | $18M | -24.1% | $11M | $1.91 | 45.5% | 28.9% |
| 2022 | $24M | +2.3% | $11M | $2.50 | 58.8% | 26.7% |
| 2021 | $23M | +55.8% | $8M | $2.43 | 57.6% | 18.7% |
| 2020 | $15M | +24.4% | $9M | $1.55 | 37.1% | 22.6% |
| 2019 | $12M | -18.5% | $5M | $1.15 | 33.1% | 14.9% |
| 2018 | $15M | +42.2% | $3M | $1.52 | 41.1% | 7.2% |
| 2017 | $10M | +42.2% | $7M | $1.07 | 30.0% | 21.6% |
| 2016 | $7M | -0.0% | $2M | $0.75 | 21.1% | 5.4% |
| 2015 | $7M | +7.7% | $2M | $0.74 | 20.5% | 6.8% |
| 2014 | $7M | +2.3% | $3M | $0.69 | 18.6% | 6.9% |
| 2013 | $7M | -4.4% | $4M | $0.67 | 18.5% | 11.5% |
| 2012 | $7M | -81.7% | $5M | $0.70 | 18.9% | 14.6% |
| 2011 | $38M | +262.9% | $9M | $3.79 | 77.6% | 17.5% |
| 2010 | -$23M | -201.0% | -$32M | $-2.32 | -39.9% | -55.4% |
| 2009 | $23M | -10.2% | $24M | $2.30 | 33.1% | 35.0% |
| 2008 | $26M | +3.8% | $34M | $2.56 | 30.9% | 41.7% |
| 2007 | $25M | +5.0% | $36M | $2.47 | 29.4% | 42.6% |
| 2006 | $23M | +9.9% | $35M | $2.35 | 27.5% | 41.3% |
| 2005 | $21M | +4.8% | $27M | $2.14 | 25.2% | 32.1% |
| 2004 | $20M | +1.8% | $25M | $2.04 | 23.9% | 29.0% |
| 2003 | $20M | -1.7% | $24M | $2.00 | 24.4% | 29.4% |
| 2002 | $20M | -15.6% | $29M | $2.04 | 23.2% | 33.4% |
| 2001 | $24M | -28.5% | $38M | $2.41 | 24.5% | 38.4% |
| 2000 | $34M | +23.9% | $36M | $3.38 | 35.0% | 37.9% |
| 1999 | $27M | -22.7% | $39M | $2.72 | 28.5% | 40.8% |
| 1998 | $35M | -22.6% | $39M | $3.53 | 37.6% | 42.0% |
| 1997 | $46M | +9.1% | $36M | $4.56 | 49.6% | 39.5% |
| 1996 | $42M | +79.7% | $33M | $4.18 | 47.9% | 37.3% |
| 1995 | $23M | -19.7% | $30M | $2.32 | 29.3% | 37.4% |
| 1994 | $29M | +4.3% | $33M | $2.90 | 35.2% | 39.6% |
| 1993 | $28M | +5.3% | $31M | $2.78 | 35.3% | 39.0% |
| 1992 | $26M | +34.2% | $30M | $2.64 | 35.3% | 40.2% |
| 1991 | $20M | +56.8% | $21M | $1.97 | 30.3% | 32.9% |
| 1990 | $13M | - | $21M | $1.25 | 19.7% | 33.7% |
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VALU — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying VALU stock.
What is VALU earnings per share (EPS)?
VALU trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $2.34, reflecting +8.9% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +7.3%. Complete EPS history from 1990 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Value Line, Inc.'s net income?
Value Line, Inc. (VALU) trailing twelve-month net income is $22M as of 2025. Earnings grew +8.9% year-over-year. Value Line, Inc. has been profitable for 15 consecutive years.
Is VALU profitable?
Yes, VALU is profitable with a TTM net income of $22M and a net profit margin of +59.0%. Value Line, Inc. has generated profits for 15 consecutive years.
What is VALU's earnings growth rate?
VALU compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +8.9%, 3-Year: -4.2%, 5-Year: +7.3%, 10-Year: +11.5%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1990 to 2025.
What are VALU's profit margins?
Value Line, Inc. net profit margin is +59.0%, operating margin is +17.1%, and gross margin is +58.8%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +21.7%.
Is VALU growing earnings?
VALU is growing earnings steadily. YoY EPS growth of +8.9% is consistent with the 5-year CAGR of +7.3%. TTM net income is $22M.
What was VALU's best earnings year?
Value Line, Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $46M, achieved in fiscal year 1997. Earnings history on this page spans 1990 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were VALU's earnings last quarter?
VALU's most recent reported quarter was Q3 2026. Net income was $6M with diluted EPS of $0.63. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.