Abbott Laboratories (ABT) Earnings History
Steady Earner37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · Positive but moderate multi-year EPS trajectory
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Abbott Laboratories (ABT) Earnings Overview
As of July 7, 2026, Abbott Laboratories (ABT) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $6.28B, reflecting -51.3% year-over-year growth. The company earned $3.59 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 14.7%.
Looking at the long-term picture, ABT's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +8.3%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $13.40B in fiscal 2024.
Abbott Laboratories maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 55.5%, operating margin of 18.2%, and net margin of 14.7%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MDT ($4.80B net income, 13.2% margin), BSX ($3.55B net income, 14.4% margin), BDX ($1.14B net income, 7.7% margin), ABT has outperformed on profitability metrics. Compare ABT vs MDT →
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ABT Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6.52B | -51.3% | $8.05B | $3.72 | 14.7% | 18.2% |
| 2024 | $13.40B | +134.2% | $6.83B | $7.64 | 31.9% | 16.3% |
| 2023 | $5.72B | -17.5% | $6.43B | $3.27 | 14.3% | 16.0% |
| 2022 | $6.93B | -2.0% | $8.36B | $3.91 | 15.9% | 19.2% |
| 2021 | $7.07B | +57.3% | $9.20B | $3.94 | 16.4% | 21.4% |
| 2020 | $4.50B | +21.9% | $5.29B | $2.50 | 13.0% | 15.3% |
| 2019 | $3.69B | +55.7% | $4.59B | $2.06 | 11.6% | 14.4% |
| 2018 | $2.37B | +396.4% | $3.84B | $1.34 | 7.7% | 12.6% |
| 2017 | $477M | -65.9% | $1.97B | $0.27 | 1.7% | 7.2% |
| 2016 | $1.40B | -68.3% | $3.25B | $0.94 | 6.7% | 15.6% |
| 2015 | $4.42B | +93.7% | $2.95B | $2.94 | 21.7% | 14.5% |
| 2014 | $2.28B | -11.3% | $2.92B | $1.50 | 11.3% | 14.4% |
| 2013 | $2.58B | -56.8% | $2.15B | $1.64 | 11.8% | 9.8% |
| 2012 | $5.96B | +26.1% | $2.01B | $3.75 | 15.0% | 5.0% |
| 2011 | $4.73B | +2.2% | $6.84B | $3.01 | 12.2% | 17.6% |
| 2010 | $4.63B | -19.5% | $7.05B | $2.97 | 13.2% | 20.0% |
| 2009 | $5.75B | +17.7% | $6.57B | $3.70 | 18.7% | 21.4% |
| 2008 | $4.88B | +35.3% | $6.09B | $3.13 | 16.5% | 20.6% |
| 2007 | $3.61B | +110.1% | $4.95B | $2.31 | 13.9% | 19.1% |
| 2006 | $1.72B | -49.1% | $4.34B | $1.12 | 7.6% | 19.3% |
| 2005 | $3.37B | +4.2% | $4.65B | $2.16 | 15.1% | 20.8% |
| 2004 | $3.24B | +17.5% | $4.18B | $2.06 | 16.4% | 21.2% |
| 2003 | $2.75B | -1.4% | $2.97B | $1.75 | 14.0% | 15.1% |
| 2002 | $2.79B | +80.2% | $3.15B | $1.78 | 15.8% | 17.8% |
| 2001 | $1.55B | -44.4% | $1.89B | $0.99 | 9.5% | 11.6% |
| 2000 | $2.79B | +13.9% | $3.40B | $1.78 | 20.3% | 24.7% |
| 1999 | $2.45B | +4.8% | $3.15B | $1.57 | 18.6% | 23.9% |
| 1998 | $2.33B | +12.3% | $3.12B | $1.49 | 18.7% | 25.0% |
| 1997 | $2.08B | +10.5% | $2.85B | $1.33 | 17.5% | 24.0% |
| 1996 | $1.88B | +11.4% | $2.62B | $1.19 | 17.1% | 23.8% |
| 1995 | $1.69B | +11.3% | $2.38B | $1.06 | 16.9% | 23.8% |
| 1994 | $1.52B | +8.4% | $2.14B | $0.93 | 16.6% | 23.4% |
| 1993 | $1.40B | +12.9% | $1.92B | $0.84 | 16.6% | 22.9% |
| 1992 | $1.24B | +13.8% | $1.53B | $0.74 | 15.8% | 19.4% |
| 1991 | $1.09B | +12.7% | $1.56B | $0.64 | 15.8% | 22.6% |
| 1990 | $966M | +12.3% | $1.41B | $0.56 | 15.7% | 22.8% |
| 1989 | $860M | - | $1.22B | $0.49 | 16.0% | 22.7% |
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ABT — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying ABT stock.
What is ABT earnings per share (EPS)?
ABT trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $3.59, reflecting -51.3% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +8.3%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Abbott Laboratories's net income?
Abbott Laboratories (ABT) trailing twelve-month net income is $6.3B as of 2025. Earnings declined -51.3% year-over-year. Abbott Laboratories has been profitable for 37 consecutive years.
Is ABT profitable?
Yes, ABT is profitable with a TTM net income of $6.3B and a net profit margin of +14.7%. Abbott Laboratories has generated profits for 37 consecutive years.
What is ABT's earnings growth rate?
ABT compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -51.3%, 3-Year: -1.6%, 5-Year: +8.3%, 10-Year: +2.4%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are ABT's profit margins?
Abbott Laboratories net profit margin is +14.7%, operating margin is +18.2%, and gross margin is +55.5%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +13.0%.
Is ABT growing earnings?
ABT earnings are declining — EPS fell -51.3% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $6.3B. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +8.3%.
What was ABT's best earnings year?
Abbott Laboratories's highest annual net income on record is $13.4B, achieved in fiscal year 2024. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were ABT's earnings last quarter?
ABT's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $1.1B with diluted EPS of $0.62. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.