Ziff Davis, Inc. (ZD) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1998 to 2025
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ZD 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.
ZD Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 70.0% | 14.1% | 3.3% |
| 2024 | 85.7% | 8.1% | 4.5% |
| 2023 | 86.4% | 9.7% | 3.0% |
| 2022 | 86.7% | 14.3% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | 86.7% | 11.8% | 35.1% |
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Ziff Davis, Inc. (ZD) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Ziff Davis, Inc. (ZD) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $47M, reflecting -19.0% year-over-year growth. The company earned $1.21 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 3.3%.
Looking at the long-term picture, ZD's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -18.4%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $497M in fiscal 2021.
Ziff Davis, Inc. maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 70.0%, operating margin of 14.1%, and net margin of 3.3%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including IAC ($41M net income, -4.3% margin), DHI ($3.17B net income, 10.5% margin), NWSA ($1.69B net income, 14.0% margin), ZD has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare ZD vs IAC →
ZD Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
ZD Historical Earnings Data (1998–2025)
28 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $47M | -24.9% | $204M | $1.15 | 3.3% | 14.1% |
| 2024 | $63M | +51.9% | $114M | $1.42 | 4.5% | 8.1% |
| 2023 | $42M | -34.9% | $133M | $0.89 | 3.0% | 9.7% |
| 2022 | $64M | -87.2% | $199M | $1.36 | 4.6% | 14.3% |
| 2021 | $497M | +229.7% | $167M | $10.33 | 35.1% | 11.8% |
| 2020 | $151M | -31.1% | $138M | $3.18 | 13.0% | 11.9% |
| 2019 | $219M | +70.0% | $277M | $4.39 | 15.9% | 20.2% |
| 2018 | $129M | -7.7% | $244M | $2.63 | 10.7% | 20.2% |
| 2017 | $139M | -8.5% | $246M | $2.83 | 12.5% | 22.0% |
| 2016 | $152M | +14.1% | $243M | $3.13 | 17.4% | 27.7% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ZD stock.
Is ZD growing earnings?
ZD EPS fell to $1.21, with earnings declining -19.0%. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of -18.4%. TTM net income dropped to $47M.
What are ZD's profit margins?
Ziff Davis, Inc. net margin is +3.3%, with operating margin at +14.1%. Below-average margins reflect competitive or cost pressures.
How consistent are ZD's earnings?
ZD earnings data spans 1998-2025. The declining earnings trend is -19.0% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.