W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) Earnings History
Earnings Pressure29 years of earnings data (1997–2025) · 5-year EPS trend is negative
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W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) Earnings Overview
As of July 8, 2026, W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $517M, reflecting +1.0% year-over-year growth. The company earned $2.33 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 27.2%.
Looking at the long-term picture, WPC's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at -4.1%, signaling declining earnings. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $708M in fiscal 2023.
W. P. Carey Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 28.6%, operating margin of 44.4%, and net margin of 27.2%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including NNN ($387M net income, 42.1% margin), EPRT ($257M net income, 45.0% margin), ADC ($220M net income, 28.4% margin), WPC has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare WPC vs NNN →
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WPC Historical Earnings Data (1997–2025)
29 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $466M | +1.2% | $763M | $2.11 | 27.2% | 44.4% |
| 2024 | $461M | -34.9% | $1.32B | $2.09 | 29.2% | 83.5% |
| 2023 | $708M | +18.2% | $1.47B | $3.28 | 40.8% | 84.4% |
| 2022 | $599M | +46.1% | $1.27B | $2.99 | 40.7% | 86.3% |
| 2021 | $410M | -10.0% | $1.10B | $2.24 | 32.5% | 87.0% |
| 2020 | $455M | +49.2% | $1.02B | $2.60 | 38.9% | 87.4% |
| 2019 | $305M | -25.8% | $1.03B | $1.78 | 25.2% | 85.2% |
| 2018 | $412M | +48.4% | $785M | $3.50 | 44.6% | 85.0% |
| 2017 | $277M | +3.6% | $710M | $2.56 | 32.2% | 82.5% |
| 2016 | $268M | +55.4% | $732M | $2.49 | 29.5% | 80.6% |
| 2015 | $172M | -27.4% | $717M | $1.61 | 18.8% | 78.3% |
| 2014 | $237M | +139.9% | $623M | $2.40 | 29.3% | 76.9% |
| 2013 | $99M | +59.1% | $365M | $1.41 | 20.0% | 73.9% |
| 2012 | $62M | -55.3% | $164M | $1.28 | 18.8% | 49.5% |
| 2011 | $139M | +88.0% | $121M | $3.42 | 44.9% | 39.2% |
| 2010 | $74M | +7.2% | $93M | $1.86 | 28.4% | 35.6% |
| 2009 | $69M | -11.6% | $84M | $1.74 | 29.7% | 36.2% |
| 2008 | $78M | -1.5% | $93M | $1.95 | 33.3% | 39.7% |
| 2007 | $79M | -8.2% | $118M | $2.05 | 30.1% | 44.9% |
| 2006 | $86M | +77.6% | $124M | $2.22 | 32.3% | 46.5% |
| 2005 | $49M | -26.2% | $70M | $1.25 | 29.8% | 42.9% |
| 2004 | $66M | +4.7% | $277M | $1.69 | 28.7% | 121.0% |
| 2003 | $63M | +35.0% | $191M | $1.64 | 37.9% | 115.2% |
| 2002 | $47M | +30.3% | $64M | $1.28 | 30.6% | 42.2% |
| 2001 | $36M | +485.4% | $148M | $1.02 | 31.1% | 128.8% |
| 2000 | -$9M | -127.3% | $129M | $-0.31 | -9.1% | 127.6% |
| 1999 | $34M | -11.5% | $118M | $1.33 | 37.5% | 130.0% |
| 1998 | $38M | -5.2% | $109M | $1.55 | 43.4% | 122.6% |
| 1997 | $41M | - | $132M | $1.58 | 40.6% | 131.6% |
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WPC — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WPC stock.
What is WPC earnings per share (EPS)?
WPC trailing twelve-month (TTM) diluted EPS is $2.33, reflecting +1.0% year-over-year growth. The 5-year EPS CAGR is -4.1%. Complete EPS history from 1997 to 2025 is available in the table on this page.
What is W. P. Carey Inc.'s net income?
W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) trailing twelve-month net income is $517M as of 2025. Earnings grew +1.0% year-over-year. W. P. Carey Inc. has been profitable for 25 consecutive years.
Is WPC profitable?
Yes, WPC is profitable with a TTM net income of $517M and a net profit margin of +27.2%. W. P. Carey Inc. has generated profits for 25 consecutive years.
What is WPC's earnings growth rate?
WPC compound annual EPS growth rates (CAGR): 1-Year: +1.0%, 3-Year: -11.0%, 5-Year: -4.1%, 10-Year: +2.7%. These figures measure the annualised rate of diluted EPS growth over each period, based on data from 1997 to 2025.
What are WPC's profit margins?
W. P. Carey Inc. net profit margin is +27.2%, operating margin is +44.4%, and gross margin is +28.6%. Above-average net margins reflect strong pricing power and competitive moat. Return on Equity is +5.6%.
Is WPC growing earnings?
WPC earnings growth is slowing. Current YoY EPS growth of +1.0% trails the 5-year CAGR of -4.1%. TTM net income is $517M.
What was WPC's best earnings year?
W. P. Carey Inc.'s highest annual net income on record is $708M, achieved in fiscal year 2023. Earnings history on this page spans 1997 to 2025 and includes all annual and quarterly figures.
What were WPC's earnings last quarter?
WPC's most recent reported quarter was Q1 2026. Net income was $176M with diluted EPS of $0.80. For a full breakdown of all quarters, see the quarterly earnings table on this page.