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JB Hunt Transport Services Inc (JBHT)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: JBHT (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -22.38% | Avg. Invested days 37 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 14.97B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 26.93 | 1Y Target Price 181.29 |
Price to earnings Ratio 26.93 | 1Y Target Price 181.29 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 1044670 | Beta 1.16 | 52 Weeks Range 144.34 - 199.88 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 144.34 - 199.88 | Updated Date 04/1/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.19% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.56 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 4.72% | Operating Margin (TTM) 6.58% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.15% | Return on Equity (TTM) 14.06% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 26.93 | Forward PE 23.75 | Enterprise Value 16403948051 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.24 |
Enterprise Value 16403948051 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.24 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.36 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.25 | Shares Outstanding 100008000 | Shares Floating 79253505 |
Shares Outstanding 100008000 | Shares Floating 79253505 | ||
Percent Insiders 19.41 | Percent Institutions 76.57 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4.25 | Target Price 193.95 | Buy 4 | Strong Buy 13 |
Buy 4 | Strong Buy 13 | ||
Hold 7 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. was founded in 1961 by J.B. Hunt and his wife, Johnelle, initially as a rice hull business. In 1969, it transitioned into a trucking company. It went public in 1983 and has grown into one of the largest transportation logistics companies in North America, pioneering intermodal freight transport.
Core Business Areas
- Intermodal (JBI): This segment provides intermodal freight solutions, using a combination of rail and truck transportation.
- Dedicated Contract Services (DCS): This segment offers customized transportation and logistics solutions, where J.B. Hunt provides trucks and drivers dedicated to specific customers.
- Integrated Capacity Solutions (ICS): This segment brokers freight and provides capacity solutions through third-party carriers.
- Final Mile Services (FMS): This segment provides home delivery and installation services for large or bulky items.
- Truckload (TL): This segment provides traditional dry-van truckload services.
Leadership and Structure
John N. Roberts, III is the CEO. The organizational structure includes various executive vice presidents overseeing different business segments and corporate functions like finance, technology, and operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Intermodal: Intermodal services utilize rail and trucking for cost-effective freight movement. Market share is significant within the intermodal transport sector. Competitors include Schneider National, Swift Transportation (Knight-Swift), and Hub Group.
- Dedicated Contract Services: DCS provides tailored transportation solutions with dedicated fleets. Competitors include Ryder System, Penske Logistics, and Swift Transportation (Knight-Swift) offering specialized dedicated services.
- Brokerage (ICS): ICS provides freight brokerage services connecting shippers with carriers. Competitors include C.H. Robinson Worldwide, XPO Logistics, and Echo Global Logistics.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The transportation and logistics industry is driven by economic activity, supply chain demands, and technological advancements. E-commerce growth significantly influences demand, especially for final mile delivery services. The industry faces challenges related to driver shortages, fuel costs, and regulatory changes.
Positioning
JBHT is a major player in the transportation and logistics industry, particularly known for its intermodal services and dedicated contract services. Its competitive advantages include a large network, technological innovation, and strong customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US Freight Transportation market is expected to reach USD 1.3 trillion. JB Hunt is positioned well with its intermodal and dedicated solutions to capture a portion of this market, estimated to be in the tens of billions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Extensive intermodal network
- Diversified service offerings
- Technological innovation (J.B. Hunt 360)
- Strong relationships with rail partners
Weaknesses
- Exposure to economic cycles
- Dependence on rail infrastructure
- Driver shortage challenges
- High capital intensity
Opportunities
- E-commerce growth driving demand for logistics services
- Expansion of dedicated contract services
- Further development of technology solutions
- Growth in final mile delivery services
- Increase in nearshoring and onshoring
Threats
- Fluctuations in fuel prices
- Increased competition
- Regulatory changes (e.g., Hours of Service)
- Economic downturns
- Disruptions in supply chains
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CHRW
- KNX
- HUBG
- ODFL
- LSTR
Competitive Landscape
JBHT has a strong position in the intermodal market. CHRW dominates in brokerage, KNX has trucking and intermodal service. Competition is intense and diversified based on transportation segment.
Major Acquisitions
Special Logistics Dedicated, LLC
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 136
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Dedicated Contract Services (DCS) capabilities and customer base.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: J.B. Hunt has experienced significant growth, driven by its intermodal services, dedicated contract services, and strategic acquisitions. The company has also invested heavily in technology to improve efficiency and customer service.
Future Projections: Analyst project continued growth for J.B. Hunt, driven by e-commerce, nearshoring trends, and technological advancements. Expansion in dedicated contract services and brokerage is also expected to contribute to future growth.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include the expansion of the J.B. Hunt 360 platform, investments in technology, and expansion of their final mile delivery capabilities through acquisitions.
Summary
JB Hunt is a strong player in the transportation and logistics industry, particularly due to its well-established intermodal network and increasing focus on dedicated contract services. The company's investments in technology, such as J.B. Hunt 360, have enhanced efficiency. It faces challenges from economic cycles, driver shortages, and increased competition. By capitalizing on e-commerce growth and expanding service offerings, JB Hunt is positioned for further growth.
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About JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Lowell, AR, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | President, CEO & Director Ms. Shelley Simpson | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Integrated Freight & Logistics | Full time employees 33646 | Website https://www.jbhunt.com |
Full time employees 33646 | Website https://www.jbhunt.com |
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. provides surface transportation, delivery, and logistic services in the United States. It operates through five segments: Intermodal (JBI), Dedicated Contract Services (DCS), Integrated Capacity Solutions (ICS), Final Mile Services (FMS), and Truckload (JBT). The JBI segment offers intermodal freight solutions. It operates 122,272 pieces of company-owned trailing equipment; owns and maintains its chassis fleet of 103,850 units; and manages a fleet of 6,153 company-owned tractors, 349 independent contractor trucks, and 8,117 company drivers. The DCS segment designs, develops, and executes supply chain solutions that support various transportation networks. As of December 31, 2024, it operated 12,048 company-owned trucks, 598 customer-owned trucks, and a contractor trucks. The company operates 27,149 owned pieces of trailing equipment and 4,897 customer-owned trailers. The ICS segment provides freight brokerage and transportation logistics solutions; flatbed, refrigerated, expedited, and less-than-truckload, as well as dry-van and intermodal solutions; online multimodal marketplace; and logistics management for customers to outsource their transportation functions. The FMS segment offers delivery services through 1,166 company-owned trucks, 206 customer-owned trucks, and 36 independent contractor trucks; and 1,123 owned pieces of trailing equipment and 104 customer-owned trailers. The JBT segment provides dry-van freight services by utilizing tractors and trailers operating over roads and highways through two company-owned tractors and 12,895 company-owned trailers. It transports or arranges for the transportation of freight, such as general merchandise, specialty consumer items, appliances, forest and paper products, food and beverages, building materials, soaps and cosmetics, automotive parts, agricultural products, electronics, and chemicals. The company was incorporated in 1961 and is headquartered in Lowell, Arkansas.
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