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CH Robinson Worldwide Inc (CHRW)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/28/2025: CHRW (2-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, often underperform the market, warranting careful consideration before investing.
Number of Analysts
26 Analysts rated it
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1 Year Target Price $117.56
1 Year Target Price $117.56
| 11 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 11 | Hold |
| 1 | Sell |
| 1 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 2.34% | Avg. Invested days 40 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/28/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 15.27B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 29.32 | 1Y Target Price 117.56 |
Price to earnings Ratio 29.32 | 1Y Target Price 117.56 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 26 | Beta 0.86 | 52 Weeks Range 84.13 - 131.17 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 84.13 - 131.17 | Updated Date 08/28/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.94% | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.41 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-07-30 | When After Market | Estimate 1.16 | Actual 1.29 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 3.14% | Operating Margin (TTM) 5.31% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 9.05% | Return on Equity (TTM) 32.43% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 29.32 | Forward PE 27.25 | Enterprise Value 16803738334 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 |
Enterprise Value 16803738334 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.99 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 19.64 | Shares Outstanding 118091000 | Shares Floating 117644777 |
Shares Outstanding 118091000 | Shares Floating 117644777 | ||
Percent Insiders 0.81 | Percent Institutions 99.12 |
Upturn AI SWOT
CH Robinson Worldwide Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Founded in 1905 as a fresh produce brokerage, CH Robinson evolved into a global third-party logistics (3PL) provider. Key milestones include expanding into transportation and technology services, becoming a publicly traded company, and expanding globally through acquisitions and organic growth.
Core Business Areas
- North American Surface Transportation (NAST): Provides truckload, less-than-truckload (LTL), and intermodal transportation services in North America.
- Global Forwarding: Offers air, ocean, and customs brokerage services globally.
- Robinson Fresh: Sources and distributes fresh produce globally.
- All Other and Corporate: Includes managed services and other smaller business lines, as well as corporate overhead.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by a CEO and has a structured organizational hierarchy with various departments and regional divisions. A Board of Directors oversees the company's operations.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Truckload Transportation: CH Robinson is a major broker of truckload freight in North America. Competitors include JB Hunt, Landstar, and XPO Logistics. Difficult to precisely determine exact market share due to fragmented market.
- Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Transportation: Provides LTL transportation services. Competitors include FedEx Freight, Old Dominion Freight Line, and XPO Logistics. Difficult to precisely determine exact market share due to fragmented market.
- Ocean Freight Forwarding: Facilitates the movement of goods by sea. Competitors include Kuehne + Nagel, DHL Global Forwarding, and DSV Panalpina. Difficult to precisely determine exact market share due to fragmented market.
- Air Freight Forwarding: Facilitates the movement of goods by air. Competitors include Kuehne + Nagel, DHL Global Forwarding, and DSV Panalpina. Difficult to precisely determine exact market share due to fragmented market.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The 3PL industry is characterized by increasing demand for supply chain optimization, globalization of trade, and technological advancements. The industry is competitive and subject to economic cycles and regulatory changes.
Positioning
CH Robinson is one of the largest 3PL providers globally, with a strong network, technology platform, and diverse service offerings. It competes based on scale, service quality, and technology solutions.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global 3PL market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars annually. CH Robinson aims to capture a larger share of this market by expanding its service offerings, enhancing its technology platform, and expanding its geographic reach.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Global network and scale
- Advanced technology platform (Navisphere)
- Strong relationships with carriers and shippers
- Diversified service offerings
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- Dependence on economic cycles
- Vulnerability to fluctuations in fuel prices
- Intense competition in the 3PL industry
- Pressure on margins due to pricing competition
- Exposure to cargo loss or damage
Opportunities
- Growing demand for e-commerce logistics
- Expansion into emerging markets
- Adoption of advanced technologies (e.g., AI, blockchain)
- Consolidation in the 3PL industry
- Increasing demand for supply chain visibility and optimization
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Disruptions to global trade
- Increased regulation
- Cybersecurity threats
- Emergence of new competitors
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- JBHT
- XPO
- DSV
Competitive Landscape
CH Robinson competes with a mix of large and small 3PL providers. It differentiates itself through its technology, global network, and diverse service offerings. JB Hunt is a major competitor in truckload services while XPO competes in many segments. DSV is a major global player.
Major Acquisitions
APC Logistics
- Year: 2016
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 225
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded presence in Australia and Asia; strengthened capabilities in freight forwarding and customs brokerage.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: CH Robinson has experienced steady growth over the past decade, driven by organic growth and acquisitions.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth for CH Robinson, driven by increasing demand for 3PL services and technological advancements.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investing in technology, expanding its global network, and focusing on sustainability.
Summary
CH Robinson is a large and established 3PL provider with a strong global network and technology platform. While the company faces challenges related to economic cycles and competition, it is well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities in the 3PL industry. Recent declines in net income and EPS are concerning. The company's strong balance sheet and commitment to innovation provide a solid foundation for future growth.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company filings
- Analyst reports
- Industry publications
Disclaimers:
The data provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market share data is difficult to precisely calculate and is estimated based on available information. Financial data is based on recent filings and may be subject to change.
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 CH Robinson Worldwide Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Eden Prairie, MN, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1997-10-15 | President, CEO & Director Mr. David P. Bozeman | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Integrated Freight & Logistics | Full time employees 13166 | Website https://www.chrobinson.com |
Full time employees 13166 | Website https://www.chrobinson.com | ||
C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides freight transportation and related logistics and supply chain services in the United States and internationally. It operates in two segments, North American Surface Transportation and Global Forwarding. The company offers transportation and logistics services, such as truckload; less than truckload transportation brokerage services, which include the shipment of single or multiple pallets of freight; intermodal transportation that comprises the shipment service of freight in containers or trailers by a combination of truck and rail; and non-vessel operating common carrier and freight forwarding services, as well as organizes air shipments and provides door-to-door services. It also provides customs brokerage services; and other logistics services, such as fee-based managed, warehousing, and other services. In addition, the company is involved in the buying, selling, and/or marketing of fresh fruits, vegetables, and other value-added perishable items under the Robinson Fresh trade name. Further, the company offers transportation management and other surface transportation services. It provides its fresh produce to grocery retailers, restaurants, produce wholesalers, and foodservice distributors through a network of independent produce growers and suppliers. The company was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
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