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ArcBest Corp (ARCB)

ArcBest Corp (ARCB) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/28/2025: ARCB (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Upturn Star Rating

Upturn 1 star rating for performance

Not Recommended Performance

These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.

Number of Analysts

3 star rating from financial analysts

13 Analysts rated it

Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.

1 Year Target Price $81.42

1 Year Target Price $81.42

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$81.42 Target price
52w Low $54.89
Current$64.17
52w High $114.98

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -41.38%
Avg. Invested days 22
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 1.46B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 15.24
1Y Target Price 81.42
Price to earnings Ratio 15.24
1Y Target Price 81.42
Volume (30-day avg) 13
Beta 1.51
52 Weeks Range 54.89 - 114.98
Updated Date 11/30/2025
52 Weeks Range 54.89 - 114.98
Updated Date 11/30/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 0.75%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.21

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-05
When Before Market
Estimate 1.37
Actual 1.46

Profitability

Profit Margin 2.41%
Operating Margin (TTM) 3.7%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.84%
Return on Equity (TTM) 7.4%

Valuation

Trailing PE 15.24
Forward PE 11.83
Enterprise Value 1772433217
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.36
Enterprise Value 1772433217
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.36
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.44
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.77
Shares Outstanding 22511021
Shares Floating 22091190
Shares Outstanding 22511021
Shares Floating 22091190
Percent Insiders 1.37
Percent Institutions 102.75

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ArcBest Corp

ArcBest Corp(ARCB) company logo displayed in Upturn AI summary

Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

ArcBest Corp. was founded in 1928 as OK Transfer and Storage Company. It has evolved from a local freight hauler to a comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions provider. Significant milestones include expanding services beyond less-than-truckload (LTL) and acquisitions that broadened its capabilities.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • ABF Freight: ABF Freight is the core LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) carrier, providing regional and national freight transportation services. This includes pickup, delivery, and line-haul operations for general commodities.
  • ArcBest Logistics: ArcBest Logistics offers managed transportation services, freight brokerage, expedited solutions, and international shipping. It provides customized supply chain solutions to businesses of all sizes.
  • FleetNet America: FleetNet America provides maintenance and repair solutions for commercial vehicles. They offer roadside assistance, preventive maintenance programs, and breakdown management services.
  • U-Pack: U-Pack provides self-move services, allowing customers to load their belongings into trailers or containers, which are then transported by ABF Freight. This division targets residential customers.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Judy R. McReynolds serves as the Chairman, President, and CEO. The organizational structure is hierarchical, with distinct divisions led by experienced executives. ArcBest's board of directors provides oversight and strategic guidance.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Transportation: ABF Freight provides core LTL services. Market share is estimated to be around 6-7% of the total LTL market in the US. Competitors include FedEx Freight, Old Dominion Freight Line, and XPO Logistics. This service has highest revenue contribution.
  • Managed Transportation Services: ArcBest Logistics offers managed transportation services for clients. The market is highly fragmented, with many players and variable market share data. Key competitors include C.H. Robinson, Echo Global Logistics, and Total Quality Logistics (TQL).
  • Expedited Shipping: ArcBest Logistics provides expedited shipping services. The market includes FedEx Express, UPS, and DHL. There isn't a precise revenue or user number available for this product.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The transportation and logistics industry is highly competitive and influenced by economic conditions, fuel prices, regulations, and technological advancements. Demand for transportation services is tied to overall economic growth and consumer spending. E-commerce growth has significantly impacted the demand for LTL and last-mile delivery services.

Positioning

ArcBest Corp. is positioned as a comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions provider, offering a wide range of services from LTL to managed transportation. Its competitive advantages include a strong network, experienced workforce, and a reputation for reliability.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The US freight transportation market is estimated to be worth over $800 billion annually. ArcBest Corp is well positioned to capture a portion of this TAM with its diverse service offerings and strong market presence. The TAM is expected to continue to grow due to e-commerce and increased globalization.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Diversified service offerings
  • Strong brand reputation (ABF Freight)
  • Extensive network coverage
  • Experienced management team
  • Unionized workforce (IBT)

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to economic cycles
  • Union labor costs
  • Dependence on LTL market conditions
  • Fuel price volatility
  • Potential for disruption by technology-driven competitors

Opportunities

  • E-commerce growth
  • Expansion of managed transportation services
  • Strategic acquisitions
  • Technological advancements (automation, data analytics)
  • Increased demand for supply chain optimization

Threats

  • Economic recession
  • Increased competition
  • Rising fuel costs
  • Government regulations (e.g., hours of service)
  • Labor disputes

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • ODFL
  • FDX
  • XPO

Competitive Landscape

ArcBest's advantages lie in its comprehensive service offerings and strong brand. Disadvantages include its exposure to LTL market conditions and union labor costs. Compared to its competitors (ODFL, FDX, XPO) ArcBest focuses on being the most comprehensive and diversified provider.

Major Acquisitions

MoLo Solutions

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 235
  • Strategic Rationale: Expanded ArcBest's brokerage and logistics capabilities, enhancing its presence in the third-party logistics (3PL) market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: ArcBest has experienced growth driven by its LTL services and expansion into logistics. Historical data is vital for evaluating the company's growth trajectory.

Future Projections: Analysts' projections indicate continued growth for ArcBest Corp, particularly in the logistics and managed transportation segments. These projections are subject to change based on market conditions.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include investments in technology, expansion of service offerings, and strategic partnerships.

Summary

ArcBest Corp. is a well-established transportation and logistics company with a diversified service portfolio anchored by its core LTL business, ABF Freight. It has a robust history and benefits from a strong brand reputation and extensive network. Potential headwinds include economic volatility, rising fuel costs, and intense competition. Recent strategic acquisitions and a focus on technology are positioning ArcBest for future growth in a dynamic market.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • ArcBest Corp. Investor Relations
  • Company Filings (SEC)
  • Industry Reports (e.g., Transportation Intelligence)
  • Analyst Reports
  • Market Research Reports

Disclaimers:

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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
Full time employees 14000

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.