Last updated: March 2, 2026 by Emily Taylor

What Is Earnings Per Share?

Formula

EPS = (Net Income - Preferred Dividends) / Shares Outstanding.

EPS shows how much profit a company earns for each share of common stock outstanding.

Higher EPS generally indicates greater profitability and is a key metric for stock valuation.

Common use cases:

  • Stock valuation
  • Comparing company profitability
  • Calculating P/E ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

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