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JB Hunt Transport Services Inc (JBHT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
08/14/2025: JBHT (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
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 $159.29
1 Year Target Price $159.29
| 11 | Strong Buy |
| 3 | Buy |
| 12 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 3.61% | Avg. Invested days 49 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 08/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 13.98B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 26.26 | 1Y Target Price 159.29 |
Price to earnings Ratio 26.26 | 1Y Target Price 159.29 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 26 | Beta 1.28 | 52 Weeks Range 122.01 - 198.61 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 122.01 - 198.61 | Updated Date 08/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.19% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.5 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 4.59% | Operating Margin (TTM) 6.74% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 6.06% | Return on Equity (TTM) 14.33% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 26.26 | Forward PE 26.04 | Enterprise Value 15651115140 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.16 |
Enterprise Value 15651115140 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.16 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.3 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10 | Shares Outstanding 96799296 | Shares Floating 76012603 |
Shares Outstanding 96799296 | Shares Floating 76012603 | ||
Percent Insiders 20 | Percent Institutions 73.47 |
Upturn AI SWOT
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc. was founded in 1961 by Johnnie Bryan Hunt and his wife, Johnelle. Initially a rice hulling company, it transitioned to trucking in 1969. It went public in 1983 and has grown to become a major player in the transportation and logistics industry.
Core Business Areas
- Intermodal: Provides intermodal freight transportation services, utilizing railroads for long-haul transportation and trucks for pickup and delivery.
- Dedicated Contract Services: Offers customized transportation solutions with dedicated equipment and drivers for specific customer needs.
- Integrated Capacity Solutions: A brokerage-based service that connects shippers with carriers to provide capacity solutions for spot market and overflow freight.
- Truckload: Provides traditional truckload transportation services, moving freight directly from origin to destination.
- Final Mile Services: Specialized delivery for large or bulky items direct to consumer or business.
Leadership and Structure
John N. Roberts, III is the CEO. The company is structured with various operational divisions corresponding to its core business areas. A board of directors provides oversight.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Intermodal: J.B. Hunt's Intermodal segment is a core offering, leveraging rail for long-haul transport. It has a significant market share within the intermodal sector. Competitors include Schneider National, Hub Group, and XPO Logistics. While precise market share varies, J.B. Hunt is generally considered one of the leaders.
- Dedicated Contract Services: DCS provides customized transportation solutions. Competitors in this space include Ryder, Penske, and Swift Transportation. JBHT holds large market share with consistent revenue increase year over year.
- Integrated Capacity Solutions: A brokerage-based service that connects shippers with carriers. Major competitors are C.H. Robinson, Echo Global Logistics, and Coyote Logistics. Market share is fragmented in this area. ICS contributes the most revenue in the last 3 years.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The transportation and logistics industry is driven by economic activity, trade, and e-commerce growth. It's becoming increasingly competitive with automation and digital transformations underway.
Positioning
JB Hunt is a major player in the industry, known for its scale, intermodal expertise, and technology-driven solutions. It benefits from a strong brand and established customer relationships.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for the US trucking and logistics industry is estimated to be in the trillions of dollars. JB Hunt is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this market with its diverse service offerings, with estimates trending above 1.1 trillion.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large scale and network
- Strong intermodal capabilities
- Technology investments
- Established customer relationships
- Diversified service offerings
Weaknesses
- Exposure to economic cycles
- Dependence on rail partners
- Driver shortage pressures
- High capital expenditures
- Fluctuating fuel costs
Opportunities
- E-commerce growth
- Supply chain disruptions
- Increased outsourcing of logistics
- Technological advancements (automation)
- Expansion of Final Mile services
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Increased competition
- Regulatory changes
- Fuel price volatility
- Labor market challenges
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CHRW
- KNX
- LSTR
- ODFL
Competitive Landscape
JB Hunt differentiates itself through its intermodal expertise and technology adoption. Competitors may focus on specific niches or offer different service models. JB Hunt's diversified service offerings provide a competitive advantage.
Major Acquisitions
Special Logistics Dedicated, LLC
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 136
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Dedicated Contract Services (DCS) offerings.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: JB Hunt has grown through organic expansion and acquisitions, particularly in intermodal and dedicated contract services.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued growth driven by e-commerce and supply chain trends.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in technology, expansion of final mile services, and partnerships with rail providers.
Summary
JB Hunt is a strong transportation and logistics company with a leading position in intermodal. Its scale, technology investments, and diversified services are working well. Potential economic downturns and driver shortages are key challenges to monitor. It needs to stay innovative on the technology side to compete with new entrants and stay abreast of rising demand for logistics services.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is based on available information and estimates. Actual results may vary. This is not financial advice.
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 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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