Zebra Technologies Corporation (ZBRA) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure36 years of earnings data (1990–2025) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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Zebra Technologies Corporation (ZBRA) Earnings Overview
As of June 21, 2026, Zebra Technologies Corporation (ZBRA) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $418M, reflecting -19.6% year-over-year growth. The company earned $8.25 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 7.8%.
Looking at the long-term picture, ZBRA's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -2.6%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $837M in fiscal 2021.
Zebra Technologies Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 45.9%, operating margin of 14.8%, and net margin of 7.8%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including HON ($4.10B net income, 12.6% margin), HXL ($118M net income, 5.8% margin), SAIC ($405M net income, 4.9% margin), ZBRA has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare ZBRA vs HON →
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ZBRA Historical Earnings Data (1990–2025)
36 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $419M | -20.6% | $800M | $8.18 | 7.8% | 14.8% |
| 2024 | $528M | +78.4% | $742M | $10.18 | 10.6% | 14.9% |
| 2023 | $296M | -36.1% | $481M | $5.72 | 6.5% | 10.5% |
| 2022 | $463M | -44.7% | $529M | $8.81 | 8.0% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | $837M | +66.1% | $979M | $15.53 | 14.9% | 17.4% |
| 2020 | $504M | -7.4% | $651M | $9.35 | 11.3% | 14.6% |
| 2019 | $544M | +29.2% | $692M | $9.96 | 12.1% | 15.4% |
| 2018 | $421M | +2376.5% | $610M | $7.76 | 10.0% | 14.5% |
| 2017 | $17M | +112.4% | $322M | $0.32 | 0.5% | 8.7% |
| 2016 | -$137M | +13.3% | $80M | $-2.66 | -3.8% | 2.2% |
| 2015 | -$158M | -593.8% | $37M | $-2.69 | -4.3% | 1.0% |
| 2014 | $32M | -76.1% | $89M | $0.63 | 1.9% | 5.3% |
| 2013 | $134M | +9.0% | $160M | $2.63 | 12.9% | 15.4% |
| 2012 | $123M | -29.6% | $164M | $2.37 | 12.3% | 16.5% |
| 2011 | $175M | +71.6% | $182M | $3.22 | 17.8% | 18.5% |
| 2010 | $102M | +116.1% | $148M | $1.77 | 11.4% | 16.6% |
| 2009 | $47M | +222.6% | $69M | $0.79 | 5.9% | 8.6% |
| 2008 | -$38M | -134.9% | -$15M | $-0.60 | -3.9% | -1.6% |
| 2007 | $110M | +55.2% | $143M | $1.60 | 12.7% | 16.5% |
| 2006 | $71M | -33.2% | $80M | $1.00 | 9.3% | 10.6% |
| 2005 | $106M | -7.8% | $146M | $1.47 | 15.1% | 20.8% |
| 2004 | $115M | +25.6% | $167M | $1.59 | 17.4% | 25.1% |
| 2003 | $92M | +28.1% | $129M | $1.28 | 17.1% | 24.1% |
| 2002 | $72M | +16.4% | $102M | $1.02 | 15.1% | 21.4% |
| 2001 | $62M | -14.1% | $92M | $0.88 | 13.7% | 20.5% |
| 2000 | $72M | +2.9% | $120M | $1.02 | 14.9% | 24.9% |
| 1999 | $70M | +73.6% | $110M | $0.98 | 17.3% | 27.4% |
| 1998 | $40M | -22.6% | $70M | $0.57 | 11.8% | 20.5% |
| 1997 | $52M | +43.5% | $71M | $0.33 | 17.4% | 24.0% |
| 1996 | $36M | +59.7% | $59M | $0.21 | 14.3% | 23.4% |
| 1995 | $23M | +7.1% | $33M | $0.18 | 15.2% | 21.9% |
| 1994 | $21M | +15.3% | $30M | $0.09 | 19.7% | 28.3% |
| 1993 | $18M | +55.1% | $25M | $0.08 | 20.9% | 28.6% |
| 1992 | $12M | +38.8% | $15M | $0.05 | 20.1% | 26.2% |
| 1991 | $9M | +28.8% | $13M | $0.04 | 18.6% | 27.9% |
| 1990 | $7M | - | $11M | $0.03 | 17.4% | 27.9% |
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ZBRA — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ZBRA stock.
What is ZBRA earnings per share (EPS)?
ZBRA trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $8.25, reflecting -19.6% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -2.6%. Complete EPS history from 1990 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Zebra Technologies Corporation's net income?
Zebra Technologies Corporation (ZBRA) trailing twelve-month net income is $418M as of 2025. Earnings declined -19.6% year-over-year. Zebra Technologies Corporation has been profitable for 9 consecutive years.
Is ZBRA profitable?
Yes, ZBRA is profitable with a TTM net income of $418M and a net profit margin of +7.8%. Zebra Technologies Corporation has generated profits for 9 consecutive years.
What is ZBRA's earnings growth rate?
ZBRA compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -19.6%, 3-Year: -2.4%, 5-Year: -2.6%, 10-Year: N/A. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1990 to 2025.
What are ZBRA's profit margins?
Zebra Technologies Corporation net profit margin is +7.8%, operating margin is +14.8%, and gross margin is +45.9%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +11.7%.
Is ZBRA growing earnings?
ZBRA earnings are declining — EPS fell -19.6% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $418M. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -2.6%.
What was ZBRA's best earnings year?
Zebra Technologies Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $837M, achieved in fiscal year 2021. Earnings history on this page spans 1990 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were ZBRA's earnings last quarter?
ZBRA's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $135M with diluted EPS of $2.67. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.