Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) Earnings History
Steady Earner37 years of earnings data (1989–2025) · Positive but moderate multi-year EPS trajectory
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Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) Earnings Overview
As of July 8, 2026, Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $1.87B, reflecting -10.5% year-over-year growth. The company earned $10.03 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 12.1%.
Looking at the long-term picture, NTRS's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +9.9%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $2.03B in fiscal 2024.
Northern Trust Corporation maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 56.5%, operating margin of 16.3%, and net margin of 12.1%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including STT ($3.06B net income, 13.0% margin), BK ($5.96B net income, 13.7% margin), TROW ($2.09B net income, 28.5% margin), NTRS has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare NTRS vs STT →
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NTRS Historical Earnings Data (1989–2025)
37 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.74B | -14.5% | $2.33B | $8.74 | 12.1% | 16.3% |
| 2024 | $2.03B | +83.4% | $2.66B | $9.77 | 12.8% | 16.8% |
| 2023 | $1.11B | -17.1% | $1.46B | $5.08 | 9.1% | 12.1% |
| 2022 | $1.34B | -13.5% | $1.77B | $6.14 | 17.2% | 22.8% |
| 2021 | $1.55B | +27.8% | $2.01B | $7.14 | 23.8% | 31.0% |
| 2020 | $1.21B | -19.0% | $1.63B | $5.46 | 19.2% | 25.8% |
| 2019 | $1.49B | -4.1% | $1.94B | $6.63 | 21.6% | 28.2% |
| 2018 | $1.56B | +29.8% | $1.96B | $6.64 | 23.4% | 29.4% |
| 2017 | $1.20B | +16.1% | $1.63B | $4.92 | 21.0% | 28.6% |
| 2016 | $1.03B | +6.0% | $1.52B | $4.32 | 20.6% | 30.2% |
| 2015 | $974M | +20.0% | $1.47B | $3.99 | 20.5% | 30.8% |
| 2014 | $812M | +11.0% | $1.19B | $3.32 | 18.0% | 26.4% |
| 2013 | $731M | +6.4% | $1.08B | $2.99 | 17.1% | 25.1% |
| 2012 | $687M | +13.9% | $992M | $2.81 | 16.4% | 23.7% |
| 2011 | $604M | -9.8% | $884M | $2.47 | 14.5% | 21.2% |
| 2010 | $670M | -22.5% | $990M | $2.74 | 16.6% | 24.6% |
| 2009 | $864M | +8.7% | $1.26B | $3.16 | 20.1% | 29.2% |
| 2008 | $795M | +9.3% | $1.28B | $3.47 | 14.4% | 23.1% |
| 2007 | $727M | +9.2% | $1.06B | $3.23 | 13.3% | 19.5% |
| 2006 | $665M | +13.9% | $1.02B | $3.00 | 14.8% | 22.8% |
| 2005 | $584M | +15.6% | $888M | $2.64 | 16.5% | 25.0% |
| 2004 | $506M | +24.9% | $755M | $2.27 | 17.9% | 26.7% |
| 2003 | $405M | -9.5% | $631M | $1.80 | 15.6% | 24.3% |
| 2002 | $447M | -8.3% | $669M | $1.97 | 16.1% | 24.1% |
| 2001 | $488M | +0.5% | $732M | $2.11 | 14.8% | 22.2% |
| 2000 | $485M | +19.8% | $730M | $2.08 | 13.6% | 20.4% |
| 1999 | $405M | +14.4% | $617M | $1.74 | 14.4% | 22.0% |
| 1998 | $354M | +14.4% | $543M | $1.52 | 13.7% | 21.1% |
| 1997 | $309M | +19.6% | $472M | $1.33 | 13.6% | 20.8% |
| 1996 | $259M | +17.6% | $387M | $1.11 | 13.4% | 20.1% |
| 1995 | $220M | +20.7% | $321M | $0.93 | 12.3% | 18.0% |
| 1994 | $182M | +8.5% | $262M | $0.79 | 12.3% | 17.7% |
| 1993 | $168M | +12.3% | $234M | $0.74 | 13.3% | 18.6% |
| 1992 | $150M | +17.3% | $207M | $0.66 | 12.1% | 16.8% |
| 1991 | $127M | +10.4% | $164M | $0.57 | 10.1% | 13.0% |
| 1990 | $115M | +1.9% | $140M | $0.52 | 8.7% | 10.6% |
| 1989 | $113M | - | $125M | $0.51 | 9.2% | 10.2% |
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NTRS — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying NTRS stock.
What is NTRS earnings per share (EPS)?
NTRS trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $10.03, reflecting -10.5% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is +9.9%. Complete EPS history from 1989 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is Northern Trust Corporation's net income?
Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) trailing twelve-month net income is $1.9B as of 2025. Earnings declined -10.5% year-over-year. Northern Trust Corporation has been profitable for 37 consecutive years.
Is NTRS profitable?
Yes, NTRS is profitable with a TTM net income of $1.9B and a net profit margin of +12.1%. Northern Trust Corporation has generated profits for 37 consecutive years.
What is NTRS's earnings growth rate?
NTRS compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: -10.5%, 3-Year: +12.5%, 5-Year: +9.9%, 10-Year: +8.2%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1989 to 2025.
What are NTRS's profit margins?
Northern Trust Corporation net profit margin is +12.1%, operating margin is +16.3%, and gross margin is +56.5%. Margins are within a typical range for the sector. Return on Equity is +13.5%.
Is NTRS growing earnings?
NTRS earnings are declining — EPS fell -10.5% year-over-year. TTM net income dropped to $1.9B. This contrasts with the 5-year CAGR of +9.9%.
What was NTRS's best earnings year?
Northern Trust Corporation's highest annual net income on record is $2.0B, achieved in fiscal year 2024. Earnings history on this page spans 1989 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were NTRS's earnings last quarter?
NTRS's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $526M with diluted EPS of $2.71. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.