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ArcBest Corp (ARCB)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: ARCB (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
13 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $89.17
1 Year Target Price $89.17
| 4 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 6 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -31.65% | Avg. Invested days 23 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  3.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.66B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 10.92 | 1Y Target Price 89.17 |
Price to earnings Ratio 10.92 | 1Y Target Price 89.17 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 13 | Beta 1.69 | 52 Weeks Range 54.99 - 122.53 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 54.99 - 122.53 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 0.65% | Basic EPS (TTM) 6.7 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-30 | When Before Market | Estimate 1.46 | Actual 1.36 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.9% | Operating Margin (TTM) 3.38% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 2.93% | Return on Equity (TTM) 12.5% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 10.92 | Forward PE 15.58 | Enterprise Value 2014495394 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.41 |
Enterprise Value 2014495394 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.41 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.5 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.28 | Shares Outstanding 22726900 | Shares Floating 22291431 |
Shares Outstanding 22726900 | Shares Floating 22291431 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.34 | Percent Institutions 103.85 |
Upturn AI SWOT
ArcBest Corp
Company Overview
History and Background
ArcBest Corp. was founded in 1928 as a local freight hauler in Arkansas. It has grown into a leading logistics provider with a diverse range of transportation and supply chain solutions. It was initially known as OK Transfer, then Arkansas Best Freight, and now ArcBest.
Core Business Areas
- ABF Freight: ABF Freight is ArcBest's less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier, providing regional and national freight transportation services.
- ArcBest Logistics: ArcBest Logistics offers a range of supply chain solutions, including managed transportation, expedited services, and final mile delivery.
- FleetNet America: FleetNet America provides maintenance and repair solutions for commercial vehicle fleets.
- U-Pack: U-Pack provides moving and storage solutions.
Leadership and Structure
Judy R. McReynolds serves as the Chairman, President, and CEO. The company has a traditional corporate structure with various departments reporting to the CEO and executive team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- LTL Freight Services (ABF Freight): Core offering is LTL freight transportation. Market share data is dynamic but competes with major national LTL carriers. Competitors include Old Dominion Freight Line, XPO, and Yellow Corporation. Estimated revenue contribution is significant, typically the largest segment.
- Managed Transportation Services (ArcBest Logistics): Provides comprehensive managed transportation solutions. Market share varies by specific service and customer needs. Competitors include C.H. Robinson, Echo Global Logistics, and Coyote Logistics. Revenue contribution substantial and growing.
- Expedited Transportation: Offers Time Critical shipping. Market share varies on industry and company. Competitors include FedEx, and UPS. Revenue contribution is substantial.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The transportation and logistics industry is highly competitive and dynamic, influenced by factors such as economic growth, fuel prices, regulations, and technology advancements.
Positioning
ArcBest is positioned as a provider of comprehensive logistics solutions, differentiating itself through its integrated network and diverse service offerings.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market is estimated to be in the hundreds of billions of dollars. ArcBest is positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM through its LTL and logistics services, focusing on efficient, integrated supply chain solutions.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Diversified service offerings
- Integrated network
- Strong customer relationships
- Experienced management team
- Financial stability
Weaknesses
- Exposure to economic cycles
- Reliance on fuel prices
- Labor union representation impacts labor costs
- Competition in fragmented market
Opportunities
- E-commerce growth
- Supply chain disruptions creating need for resilience
- Technological advancements
- Expansion into new markets
- Acquisitions of smaller logistics providers
Threats
- Economic recession
- Increased competition
- Rising fuel costs
- Cybersecurity threats
- Government regulations
- Driver shortage
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- ODFL
- XPO
- SAIA
- YRCW
Competitive Landscape
ArcBest competes with a range of transportation and logistics companies, varying in size and service offerings. It focuses on differentiated service, integrated network, and technology-driven solutions.
Major Acquisitions
MoLo Solutions
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 235
- Strategic Rationale: Enhanced ArcBest's brokerage capabilities and expanded its customer base.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: ArcBest's growth has been driven by both organic expansion and acquisitions. The company has successfully expanded its service offerings and geographic reach over time.
Future Projections: Analyst projections for ArcBest's future growth vary depending on market conditions and company performance. Consensus estimates are typically available from financial data providers. Please refer to analyst reports for those data.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives may include investments in technology, expansion of service offerings, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships.
Summary
ArcBest is a strong player in the logistics industry with diversified services and a solid network. They are financially stable and are in a fragmented and dynamic market. Growth opportunities lie in technological advancements and acquisitions. However, they need to watch out for fuel costs, labor negotiations and the overall economy.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q), Company Website, Analyst Reports, Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data is approximate and based on available industry reports and estimates. Actual results may vary.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About ArcBest Corp
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Fort Smith, AR, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1992-05-13 | Chairman & CEO Ms. Judy R. McReynolds CPA | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Trucking | Full time employees 14000 | Website https://arcb.com |
Full time employees 14000 | Website https://arcb.com | ||
ArcBest Corporation, an integrated logistics company, provides ground, air, and ocean transportation solutions worldwide. It operates in two segments, Asset-Based and Asset-Light. The Asset-Based segment provides less-than-truckload (LTL) services that transports general commodities, such as food, textiles, apparel, furniture, appliances, chemicals, non-bulk petroleum products, rubber, plastics, metal and metal products, wood, glass, automotive parts, machinery, and miscellaneous manufactured products. This segment also offers motor carrier freight transportation services to customers in Mexico through arrangements with trucking companies. The Asset-Light segment provides ground expedite services; third-party transportation brokerage services by sourcing various capacity solutions, including dry van over-the-road, temperature-controlled and refrigerated, flatbed, intermodal or container shipping, and specialized equipment; less-than-container and full container load ocean transportation services; warehousing and distribution services; managed transportation services; and moving services to "do-it-yourself' consumer, as well as final mile, time critical, product launch, retail logistics, supply chain optimization, brokered LTL, and trade show shipping services. This segment also offers premium logistics services, such as deployment of specialized equipment to meet linehaul requirements; and international freight transportation with air, ocean, and ground services. The company was formerly known as Arkansas Best Corporation and changed its name to ArcBest Corporation in May 2014. ArcBest Corporation was founded in 1923 and is headquartered in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
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