W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRB) Earnings History
Elite Compounder37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · 5-year EPS CAGR exceeds 18% — top-tier earnings quality
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W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRB) Earnings Overview
As of October 3, 2026, W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRB) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $1.88B, reflecting +2.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $4.75 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 12.1%.
Looking at the long-term picture, WRB's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +28.9%, indicating exceptional earnings growth. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.78B in fiscal 2025, representing a new all-time high.
W. R. Berkley Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 19.8%, operating margin of 15.9%, and net margin of 12.1%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including HIG ($4.37B net income, 13.6% margin), CNA ($1.35B net income, 8.7% margin), MKL ($2.28B net income, 12.7% margin), WRB has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare WRB vs HIG →
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WRB Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.78B | +1.3% | $2.33B | $4.45 | 12.1% | 15.9% |
| 2024 | $1.76B | +27.1% | $2.26B | $4.36 | 12.9% | 16.6% |
| 2023 | $1.38B | +0.0% | $1.75B | $3.37 | 11.4% | 14.4% |
| 2022 | $1.38B | +35.1% | $1.72B | $3.29 | 12.4% | 15.4% |
| 2021 | $1.02B | +92.7% | $1.28B | $2.44 | 10.8% | 13.6% |
| 2020 | $531M | -22.2% | $705M | $1.25 | 6.6% | 8.7% |
| 2019 | $682M | +6.4% | $853M | $1.56 | 8.6% | 10.8% |
| 2018 | $641M | +16.7% | $812M | $1.48 | 8.3% | 10.6% |
| 2017 | $549M | -8.8% | $773M | $1.26 | 6.9% | 9.6% |
| 2016 | $602M | +19.5% | $896M | $1.39 | 7.9% | 11.7% |
| 2015 | $504M | -22.4% | $732M | $1.15 | 7.0% | 10.2% |
| 2014 | $649M | +29.8% | $952M | $1.44 | 8.6% | 12.6% |
| 2013 | $500M | -2.1% | $699M | $1.05 | 7.8% | 10.9% |
| 2012 | $511M | +30.5% | $702M | $1.58 | 8.8% | 12.1% |
| 2011 | $391M | -12.4% | $513M | $1.20 | 8.0% | 10.5% |
| 2010 | $446M | +44.4% | $599M | $1.28 | 9.9% | 13.3% |
| 2009 | $309M | +9.9% | $382M | $0.83 | 7.0% | 8.6% |
| 2008 | $281M | -63.3% | $326M | $0.72 | 6.0% | 6.9% |
| 2007 | $766M | +9.5% | $1.09B | $1.73 | 13.7% | 19.5% |
| 2006 | $700M | +28.4% | $989M | $1.54 | 13.0% | 18.3% |
| 2005 | $545M | +24.4% | $771M | $1.21 | 10.9% | 15.4% |
| 2004 | $438M | +29.9% | $639M | $0.98 | 9.7% | 14.2% |
| 2003 | $337M | +92.6% | $489M | $0.76 | 9.3% | 13.5% |
| 2002 | $175M | +291.2% | $259M | $0.44 | 6.8% | 10.1% |
| 2001 | -$92M | -368.7% | -$151M | $-0.27 | -4.7% | -7.8% |
| 2000 | $34M | +193.1% | $41M | $0.12 | 1.9% | 2.3% |
| 1999 | -$37M | -162.3% | -$79M | $-0.12 | -2.2% | -4.7% |
| 1998 | $59M | -40.6% | $63M | $0.14 | 3.7% | 4.0% |
| 1997 | $99M | +9.7% | $1.35B | $0.27 | 7.1% | 96.5% |
| 1996 | $90M | +48.3% | $115M | $0.22 | 7.4% | 9.4% |
| 1995 | $61M | +73.5% | $83M | $0.17 | 6.0% | 8.1% |
| 1994 | $35M | -32.0% | $803M | $0.12 | 4.2% | 96.7% |
| 1993 | $52M | -1.5% | $560M | $0.17 | 8.9% | 96.2% |
| 1992 | $52M | +12.4% | $548M | $0.17 | 9.2% | 96.6% |
| 1991 | $47M | +29.1% | $531M | $0.15 | 8.6% | 98.0% |
| 1990 | $36M | -35.3% | $528M | $0.12 | 6.7% | 98.1% |
| 1989 | $56M | - | $540M | $0.18 | 10.1% | 98.1% |
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WRB — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WRB stock.
What is WRB earnings per share (EPS)?
WRB trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $4.75, reflecting +2.1% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +28.9%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is W. R. Berkley Corporation's net income?
W. R. Berkley Corporation (WRB) trailing twelve-month net income is $1.9B as of 2025. Earnings grew +2.1% year-over-year. W. R. Berkley Corporation has been profitable for 24 consecutive years.
Is WRB profitable?
Yes, WRB is profitable with a TTM net income of $1.9B and a net profit margin of +12.1%. W. R. Berkley Corporation has generated profits for 24 consecutive years.
What is WRB's earnings growth rate?
WRB compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +2.1%, 3-Year: +10.6%, 5-Year: +28.9%, 10-Year: +14.5%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are WRB's profit margins?
W. R. Berkley Corporation net profit margin is +12.1%, operating margin is +15.9%, and gross margin is +19.8%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +19.6%.
Is WRB growing earnings?
WRB earnings growth is slowing. Current YoY EPS growth of +2.1% trails the 5-year CAGR of +28.9%. TTM net income is $1.9B.
What was WRB's best earnings year?
W. R. Berkley Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $1.8B, achieved in fiscal year 2025. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were WRB's earnings last quarter?
WRB's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $515M with diluted EPS of $1.31. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.