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Universal Logistics Holdings Inc is an asset-light provider of customized transportation and logistics solutions throughout the United States, and in Mexico, Canada and Colombia. It offers services such as truckload, brokerage, intermodal, dedicated, and value-added services. The company reports into four segments namely trucking, intermodal, company-managed brokerage, and contract logistics. The majority of the revenue is earned from the contract logistics segment.

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HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Ed Arce maintains Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RARE#NASDAQ">RARE</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $82 to $95.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Maintains Buy on Ultragenyx Pharmaceutical, Raises Price Target to $95

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Mitchell Kapoor maintains Century Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IPSC#NASDAQ">IPSC</a>) with a Buy and lowers the price target from $9 to $5.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Maintains Buy on Century Therapeutics, Lowers Price Target to $5

Wipro Announced A Strategic Partnership With Relex Solutions, A Provider Of Unified Supply Chain And Retail Planning Solutions

Election 2024 Update: Donald Trump <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/11/41768178/donald-trump-defeats-kamala-harris-to-win-2024-election" rel="noreferrer noopener">won the 2024 election</a> over his Democratic rival Kamala Harris, the Associated Press declared. In his victory speech before the election was officially called, he praised running mate JD Vance and Elon Musk&#8217;s support.
Calling it &#8220;the greatest political movement,&#8221; Trump vowed to &#8220;fix everything about our country.&#8221;
On Tuesday, November 5th, U.S. markets closed higher, led by broad gains across sectors, as economic data signaled resilience in the services sector. Investors remain wary, however, with volatility anticipated due to the tight presidential race between Trump and Harris, which will impact both bond and currency markets.
In economic data, the September U.S. trade deficit expanded to $84.4 billion, marking its highest level since April 2022 and exceeding market expectations of $84.1 billion. ISM services PMI climbed to 56 in October, its strongest level since August 2022.
The S&amp;P 500 majority sectors ended in positive territory, led by notable gains in consumer discretionary, industrial, and utilities stocks.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.02% to close at 42,221.88, the S&amp;P 500 rose 1.23% to 5,782.76, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 1.43% to finish at 18,439.17.
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<li>On Wednesday, Japan&#8217;s Nikkei 225 gained 2.16% and ended the session at 39,428.50, led by gains in the Glass, Transportation Equipment, and Banking sectors.</li>
<li>Australia&#8217;s S&amp;P/ASX 200 rose 0.83% and ended the day at 8,199.50, led by gains in the IT, Financials and Consumer Discretionary sectors.</li>
<li>India&#8217;s Nifty 50 traded higher by 1.16% at 24,493.90 and Nifty 500 was up 1.61% at 23,043.90, led by gains in the Technology, Oil &amp; Gas and Capital Goods sectors.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s Shanghai Composite declined 0.09% to close at 3,383.81, and the Shenzhen CSI 300 slid 0.50%, finishing the day at 4,024.28.</li>
<li>Hong Kong&#8217;s Hang Seng fell 2.23% and closed the session at 20,538.38.</li>
<li>China&#8217;s markets fell as Trump&#8217;s U.S. election victory raised concerns about renewed trade and tech tensions. Investors remain cautious, hedging against potential tariffs and sanctions affecting Chinese assets.</li>
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<li>France&#8217;s CAC rose 1.75%.</li>
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<li>Oil prices dropped as the dollar surged amid Trump&#8217;s projected election win and a larger-than-expected U.S. crude stock rise.</li>
<li>Natural Gas rose 0.11% to $2.673</li>
<li>Gold was trading lower by 0.55% at $2,734.40, Silver fell 1.30% to $32.350 and Copper slipped 2.68% to $4.3558.</li>
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Dow futures climbed 2.87%, with S&amp;P 500 futures up 2.29% and Nasdaq 100 futures rising 1.75%.
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Donald Trump Wins 47th Presidency -US Futures Up, Europe Up, Asia Mixed, Crude Falls And Dollar Strengthens

Stifel analyst Mark Astrachan maintains Freshpet (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FRPT#NASDAQ">FRPT</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $155 to $165.

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Stifel Maintains Buy on Freshpet, Raises Price Target to $165

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SK Telecom Co Q3 Sales $3.34B Down From $3.35B YoY

Oppenheimer analyst Rick Schafer maintains NXP Semiconductors (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NXPI#NASDAQ">NXPI</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $330 to $300.

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Oppenheimer Maintains Outperform on NXP Semiconductors, Lowers Price Target to $300

FREYR Battery (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FREY#NYSE">FREY</a>) reported quarterly losses of $(0.20) per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $(0.18) by 11.11 percent.

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FREYR Battery Q3 2024 GAAP EPS $(0.20) Misses $(0.18) Estimate

HC Wainwright &amp; Co. analyst Andrew Fein reiterates Stoke Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/STOK#NASDAQ">STOK</a>) with a Buy and maintains $35 price target.

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HC Wainwright & Co. Reiterates Buy on Stoke Therapeutics, Maintains $35 Price Target

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PACS Group shares are trading lower after the company announced postponement of Q3 results and disclosure on civil investigative demands from the federal government.

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Freyr Provides 2025 EBITDA Guidance Of $75M - $125M, Expects To Exit 2025 At Full-year Run Rate EBITDA Of $175M - $225M

Freyr Battery Announced An Agreement To Acquire The U.S. Solar Manufacturing Assets Of Trina Solar Co Ltd. For Total Consideration Of $340M

National Vision Holdings Reiterates FY24 Outlook: Sees Revenues Of $1.820B-$1.840B Vs. $1.840B Estimate, With Adjusted EPS Of $0.45 - $0.50 Vs. $0.48 Estimate

Katapult Holdings (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KPLT#NASDAQ">KPLT</a>) sees Q4 sales to be up 5 to 7% year-over-year.

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Katapult Holdings Sees 5 to 7% year-over-year increase in revenue for Q4.

PACS Group Preliminary Q3 Total Facilities Occupancy 90.5%, Expects To Have Ended Quarter With More Than $600M Of Cash And Available Liquidity

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LXP now estimates that its net income attributable to common shareholders for the year ended December 31, 2024 will be within an expected range of $0.14 to $0.15 per diluted common share. LXP is tightening its estimated Adjusted Company FFO for the year ended December 31, 2024, to be within an expected range of $0.63 to $0.64 per diluted common share. This guidance is forward looking, excludes the impact of certain items and is based on current expectations.

LXP Industrial Trust Narrows FY24 AFFO Guidance from $0.62-$0.65 to $0.63-$0.64 vs $0.63 Est

PACS Group Reveals Postponement Of Release Of Q3 Results; Says It Received Civil Investigative Demands From Federal Government Regarding Reimbursement And Referral Practices

LXP Industrial Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LXP#NYSE">LXP</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.16 per share which met the analyst consensus estimate. This is a 11.11 percent decrease over earnings of $0.18 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $85.57 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $84.98 million by 0.69 percent. This is a 0.17 percent increase over sales of $85.42 million the same period last year.

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LXP Industrial Trust Q3 AFFO $0.16, Inline, Sales $85.57M Beat $84.98M Estimate

Needham analyst Gil Blum reiterates Nurix Therapeutics (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NRIX#NASDAQ">NRIX</a>) with a Buy and maintains $29 price target.

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Needham Reiterates Buy on Nurix Therapeutics, Maintains $29 Price Target

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Tutor Perini, In A Joint Venture With O&G Industries, Has Been Identified As The Apparent Selected Proposer By The New York City Department Of Design And Construction For The New Manhattan Jail Facility

Universal Logistics ( ($ULH) ) has shared an announcement. Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. announced its acquisition of Parsec—a leading provide...

Universal Logistics Expands Rail Services with Parsec Acquisition

With the e-commerce boom and tech advancements, the logistics sector is flourishing. Amid this, watching fundamentally stable logistics stocks FedEx (FDX), Universal Logistics (ULH), and Radiant Logistics (RLGT) could be a wise move. Keep reading… With evolving consumer preferences, rapid adoption of advanced technologies like AI, IoT, and cloud computing, and an e-commerce boom have positioned the logistics market to witness robust expansion.
Given this backdrop, it could be wise to keep track of logistics stocks like FedEx Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FDX/">FDX</a>), Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ULH/">ULH</a>), and Radiant Logistics, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RLGT/">RLGT</a>) in light of the e-commerce boom.
The global logistics market is recovering strongly from the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic. In the previous year, the <a href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/943517/logistics-industry-global-cagr/">global logistics industry reached a market size</a> of nearly $9.41 trillion. The market is further expected to exceed $14.08 trillion by 2028, broadening the logistics industry scale.
Additionally, with easier access to the internet, convenience, and changing consumer preferences, the e-commerce market has been rapidly growing. The number of users in the <a href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/273957/number-of-digital-buyers-in-the-united-states/">U.S. e-commerce market</a> has been growing each year and is projected to grow continuously from 2024 to 2029, resulting in a total of 60 million users, indicating an increase of 21.9%.
E-commerce logistics is one of the country's fastest-growing industries, surpassing the staggering $1 trillion mark for the first time in 2022. The market continues to grow with rapid technological advancements for integrating logistics through automation. The U.S. e-commerce logistics market is projected to reach $198.39 billion by 2029, growing at a <a href="https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/united-states-ecommerce-logistics-market">CAGR of 8.9%</a>.
Besides, new and advanced technologies, including Robotic Process Automation (RPA), cloud computing, and Artificial Intelligence (AI), are replacing weak links and altering the supply chain software market, leading to rapidly changing <a href="https://www.selecthub.com/supply-chain-management/supply-chain-management-future-trends/">supply chain trends</a>. At this time, trends like supply chain as a service (SCaaS), Blockchain, and Cloud SCM solutions are likely to prevail.
Considering these encouraging trends, let's delve deeper into the fundamentals of top <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/air-freight-shipping/">Air Freight &amp; Shipping Services</a> stocks, beginning with number 3.
Stock #3: FedEx Corporation (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FDX/">FDX</a>)
FDX provides transportation, e-commerce, and business services internationally. The company operates through FedEx Express; FedEx Ground; FedEx Freight; and FedEx Services segments. It offers express transportation, small-package ground delivery, freight transportation services, and time-critical transportation services.
On September 18, FDX launched fdx.com, which is available to FedEx customers in the United States. It is a data-driven commerce platform with powerful FedEx network insights that connect the entire customer journey. The platform will help FDX's customers to grow demand, increase conversion, optimize fulfillment, and streamline returns.
On September 5, FDX announced a strategic alliance and investment with Nimble, an AI robotics and autonomous e-commerce fulfillment technology company, to scale FedEx Fulfillment with their fully autonomous 3PL model. The strategic investment in Nimble will expand FDX's e-commerce footprint and scale FedEx Fulfillment offerings across North America.
FDX reported a total revenue of $21.58 billion during the fiscal first quarter that ended August 31, 2024, and its adjusted operating income was $1.21 billion. The company's <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/netincome.asp">net income</a> and EPS amounted to $892 million and $3.60 for the quarter, respectively.
Furthermore, as of August 31, 2024, the company's cash and cash equivalents and total assets stood at $5.94 billion and $86.71 billion, respectively.
Analysts expect FDX's revenue for the second quarter (ending November 2024) to increase marginally year-over-year to $22.17 billion, and its EPS for the same quarter is expected to grow 1.6% year-over-year to $4.05.
Shares of FDX have surged 5.8% over the past nine months to close the last trading session at $266.93.
FDX's <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect its outlook. FDX has a B grade for Quality. It is ranked #4 out of 16 <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/air-freight-shipping/">Air Freight &amp; Shipping Services</a> industry stocks. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, with each factor weighted to an optimal degree.
In addition to the POWR Ratings we've stated above, we also have other FDX ratings for Sentiment, Growth, Momentum, Stability, and Value. Get all FDX ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/FDX/">here</a>.
Stock #2: Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ULH/">ULH</a>)
ULH offers transportation and logistics solutions internationally. The company provides truckload services, domestic and international freight forwarding, and customs brokerage services.
On September 30, ULH announced its acquisition of Parsec, LLC, Parsec Intermodal of Canada ULC, and OB Leasing, LLC, a market-leading provider of terminal management services to the Class I, regional, and short-line railroads across North America for a total transaction cash purchase price of $193.6 million.
During the fiscal second quarter that ended June 29, 2024, ULH's total operating revenues increased 12% year-over-year to $462.16 million. Its EBITDA grew 51.9% from the year-ago value to $84.81 million. The company's net income came in at $30.73 million and $1.17 per share, up 30.4% and 30% from the prior year's quarter, respectively.
Street expects ULH's revenue for the third quarter (ending September 2024) to increase 10.1% year-over-year to $463.70 million. Its EPS for the same quarter is expected to grow 34.1% year-over-year to $1.18. Also, the company has topped the consensus revenue estimates in all of the four trailing quarters, which is impressive.
The stock gained 46.3% over the past nine months to close the last trading session at $41.71.
ULH's POWR ratings reflect its solid fundamentals. It has a B grade for Value, Momentum, Growth, Stability, and Sentiment. It is ranked #3 in the Air Freight &amp; Shipping Services industry.
Beyond what is stated above, we've also rated ULH for Quality. Get all ULH ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ULH/">here</a>.
Stock #1: Radiant Logistics, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RLGT/">RLGT</a>)
RLGT provides technology-enabled global transportation and value-added logistics solutions. It offers domestic, international air, and ocean freight forwarding services and freight brokerage services, including truckload and intermodal services. In addition, the company also provides logistics and supply chain services.
On October 2, RLGT announced the acquisition of operations of Focus Logistics, Inc., a Michigan-based, privately held company with operations in Romulus, Michigan, that has operated under the company's Service By Air brand since 2006. With this acquisition, RLGT continues to provide and ensure the success of its customers and employees.
For the fiscal fourth quarter that ended on June 30, 2024, RLGT's revenues came in at $802.47 million. Its adjusted gross profit came in at $236.52 million. Net income attributable to RLGT and adjusted EBITDA were reported to be $23.35 million and 28.68 million, respectively.
Analysts expect RLGT's revenue for the quarter ending September 2024 to increase 2% year-over-year to $215,03 million. Moreover, its revenues for the quarter ending December 2024 are expected to rise 6.8% year-over-year to $214.84 million.
The stock has gained 18.8% over the past six months to close the last trading session at $6.31.
RLGT's positive outlook is reflected in its POWR Ratings. It has an overall rating of B, equating to a Buy in our proprietary rating system.
It has B grades for Sentiment, Value, and Growth. It has topped the 14 stocks in the Air Freight &amp; Shipping Services industry.
To see RLGT's Momentum, Stability, and Quality ratings, <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RLGT/">click here</a>.
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FDX shares were trading at $263.47 per share on Thursday afternoon, down $3.46 (-1.30%). Year-to-date, FDX has gained 5.77%, versus a 20.36% rise in the benchmark S&amp;P 500 index during the same period.
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3 Logistics Stocks to Watch for the E-Commerce Boom

As more consumers turn to online shopping, logistics companies are stepping up to meet the demand for faster, more efficient deliveries. With that in mind, investing in top-rated logistics stocks like United Parcel Service (UPS), Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH), and Radiant Logistics (RLGT) could be beneficial. Read on… E-commerce is booming, and with just a few clicks, people can now shop from the comfort of their homes, leading to a significant shift in buying patterns. While this has undoubtedly transformed how we shop, it has also brought massive changes to the logistics sector.
Given this backdrop, it could be wise to scoop up the shares of logistics companies like United Parcel Service, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/UPS/">UPS</a>), Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ULH/">ULH</a>), and Radiant Logistics, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RLGT/">RLGT</a>), all of which are benefiting from the e-commerce boom.
As people increasingly rely on online shopping for convenience, the logistics industry is racing to keep up, transforming how goods are stored, transported, and delivered. Global e-commerce sales are projected to <a href="https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/global-ecommerce-market">hit $8.80 trillion</a> by the end of 2024, and this market is expected to grow further, reaching $8.81 trillion by 2029 at a steady annual growth rate of 15.8%.
Moreover, the growing demand for faster shipping options, like same-day and on-demand deliveries, is fueling a surge in the transportation sector and reshaping logistics operations. In 2023, the global logistics industry was valued at <a href="https://www.statista.com/statistics/943517/logistics-industry-global-cagr/">around $9.41 trillion</a>, and by 2028, it is expected to surpass $14.08 trillion, expanding the sector's reach even further.
From robotic automation to artificial intelligence and cloud computing, these innovations are streamlining supply chains and enabling companies to meet the fast-evolving needs of e-commerce. Meanwhile, the global air freight services market is expected to hit $223.43 billion by 2031, growing at a <a href="https://www.coherentmarketinsights.com/industry-reports/air-freight-services-market">CAGR of 5.8%</a>.
Considering these encouraging trends, let's examine the fundamentals of the top <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/air-freight-shipping/">Air Freight &amp; Shipping Services</a> stocks, starting with #3.
Stock #3: United Parcel Service, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/UPS/">UPS</a>)
As a leading package delivery and logistics company, UPS provides a wide range of services, including transportation, distribution, contract logistics, ocean and airfreight, customs brokerage, and insurance services. It operates through two segments: U.S. Domestic Package and International Package.
On September 10, UPS announced its plan to acquire Frigo-Trans and its sister company BPL, both prominent healthcare logistics providers based in Germany. This acquisition is expected to significantly enhance UPS' capabilities in temperature-sensitive and time-critical logistics across Europe, serving the growing needs of its healthcare customers.
The company's EVP and President of International Healthcare and Supply Chain Solutions, Kate Gutmann, believes the acquisition will help meet growing demands for cold and frozen supply chains driven by pharmaceutical innovation.
UPS' revenue for the second quarter that ended June 30, 2024, amounted to $21.82 billion, while its revenue from Supply Chain Solutions increased 2.6% year-over-year to $3.33 billion. Its operating profit came in at $1.94 billion for the same period. In addition, the company's <a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/n/netincome.asp">net income</a> and EPS amounted to $1.41 billion and $1.65 per share, respectively.
Looking ahead to the full year, UPS has updated its guidance. It expects consolidated revenue to reach approximately $93 billion and an adjusted operating margin of around 9.4%.
The consensus revenue estimate of $22.13 billion for the fiscal third quarter (ended September 2024) represents a 5.1% increase year-over-year. The consensus EPS estimate of $1.62 for the same quarter indicates a 3.4% growth from the previous year. The company has an impressive earnings surprise history; it surpassed the consensus EPS estimates in three of the trailing four quarters.
The stock has gained 2.9% over the past three months to close the last trading session at $131.41.
UPS' <a href="https://stocknews.com/powr-ratings/">POWR Ratings</a> reflect this outlook. The stock has a B grade for Quality. The POWR Ratings are calculated by considering 118 different factors, each weighted to an optimal degree.
Among 16 stocks in the <a href="https://stocknews.com/category/air-freight-shipping/">Air Freight &amp; Shipping Services</a> industry, it is ranked #7. Beyond what we stated above, we also have UPS ratings for Growth, Value, Momentum, Stability, and Sentiment. Get all UPS ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/UPS/">here</a>.
Stock #2: Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ULH/">ULH</a>)
ULH offers logistics and transportation solutions. It provides truckload services, domestic and international freight forwarding, and final mile and ground expedited services. The company serves the automotive, steel, oil and gas, alternative energy, manufacturing industries, and other transportation companies.
On October 2, ULH announced the grand opening of a new Intermodal terminal in Tacoma, WA, strategically positioned to enhance operational efficiency and customer convenience. With direct access to key industrial hubs like Sumner/Kent, Puyallup/Spanaway, Olympia/Lacey, and major highways, the terminal aims to reduce transit times and streamline operations, boosting service effectiveness.
On September 30, the company acquired Parsec (Parsec, LLC, Parsec Intermodal of Canada ULC, and OB Leasing, LLC), a leading rail terminal operator in North America. Parsec offers terminal management services to Class I, regional, and short-line railroads, specializing in time-sensitive container handling. This acquisition is expected to enhance ULH's presence in the rail terminal space and boost the company's contract logistics segment revenue to over $1 billion annually.
For the second quarter that ended June 29, 2024, ULH's total operating revenues increased 12% year-over-year to $462.16 million. Its income from operations grew 29.4% from the year-ago value to $47.10 million. The company's net income and EPS stood at $30.73 million and $1.17, representing an increase of 30.4% and 30% year-over-year, respectively. Also, its EBITDA rose 51.9% from the prior-year quarter to $84.81 million.
Street expects ULH's revenue for the third quarter (ended September 30, 2024) to increase 10.1% year-over-year to $463.70 million. Its EPS for the about-to-be-reported quarter is expected to register a 34.1% growth from the prior year, settling at $1.18. Moreover, it surpassed the revenue estimates in each of its trailing four quarters, which is promising.
Over the past year, the stock has gained 79.8%, closing the last trading session at $42.37.
ULH's stance is apparent in its POWR Ratings. It has a B grade for Growth, Value, Stability, and Sentiment. Out of 16 stocks in the Air Freight &amp; Shipping Services industry, it is ranked #4. <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/ULH/">Click here</a> to see ULH's ratings for Momentum and Quality.
Stock #1: Radiant Logistics, Inc. (<a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RLGT/">RLGT</a>)
RLGT is a third-party logistics company that provides technology-enabled global transportation and value-added logistics solutions. It offers domestic, international air, and ocean freight forwarding services, freight brokerage services, including truckload and intermodal services, and logistics and supply chain services.
On October 2, RLGT acquired the operations of Focus Logistics, a Michigan-based company that has been operating under Radiant's Service By Air brand since 2006. Post-acquisition, Focus will transition to the Radiant brand and merge with the company's existing operations in the Detroit area. CEO Bohn Crain stated that the acquisition is an example of the company's strategy to partner with logistics entrepreneurs and provide them with a built-in exit strategy.
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, which ended on June 30, RLGT's revenues amounted to $206.03 million, while its income from operations increased 27.6% year-over-year to $4.88 million. The company's adjusted net income stood at $7.02 million and $0.14 per share, indicating an increase of 8.6% and 7.7% from the prior year, respectively. Also, its adjusted EBITDA grew 74.3% from the year-ago value to $9.08 million.
Analysts expect RLGT's revenue for the first quarter (ended September 2024) to increase 2% from the prior year to $215.03 million, while its EPS is estimated at $0.10. Moreover, for the fiscal year 2025, its revenue and EPS are projected to reach $874.98 million and $0.42, respectively.
RLGT's shares have gained 36.5% over the past six months to close the last trading session at $6.69.
It's no surprise that RLGT has an overall rating of B, which equates to Buy in our proprietary rating system. It has an A grade for Sentiment and a B for Growth and Value. Within the same industry, it is ranked first.
In addition to the POWR Ratings we've stated above, we also have RLGT's ratings for Momentum, Stability, and Quality. Get all RLGT ratings <a href="https://stocknews.com/stock/RLGT/">here</a>.
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Universal Logistics reports Q3 EPS $1.01 vs. 88c last year

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Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. (ULH) Q3 2024 Earnings Call Transcript

Stifel Nicolaus analyst J. Bruce Chan maintained a Hold rating on Universal Logistics (ULH – Research Report) yesterday and set a price target of $...

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Universal Logistics Holdings to Report First Quarter 2024 Earnings on Thursday, April 25, 2024

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. Named a 2023 Supplier of the Year by General Motors

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Universal Logistics Holdings Reports First Quarter 2024 Financial Results; Declares Dividend

Universal Logistics Holdings to Report Second Quarter 2024 Earnings on Thursday, July 25, 2024

Universal Logistics Holdings Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results; Declares Dividend

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. Unveils Electric Vehicles into its Intermodal Fleet for Sustainable Logistics in Southern California

Universal Logistics Holdings Acquires Parsec, a Market-Leading Rail Terminal Operator

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc. Announces New Intermodal Terminal near Tacoma, WA

Universal Logistics Holdings to Report Third Quarter 2024 Earnings on Thursday, October 24, 2024

Universal Logistics Holdings Reports Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results; Declares Dividend

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