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JB Hunt Transport Services Inc (JBHT)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/13/2025: 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
Well-followed company, solid analyst reports, reliable data for confident investing.
1 Year Target Price $155.88
1 Year Target Price $155.88
| 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 10/13/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 13.27B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 24.93 | 1Y Target Price 155.88 |
Price to earnings Ratio 24.93 | 1Y Target Price 155.88 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 26 | Beta 1.24 | 52 Weeks Range 122.01 - 198.61 | Updated Date 10/13/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 122.01 - 198.61 | Updated Date 10/13/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.22% | Basic EPS (TTM) 5.5 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-10-15 | When After Market | Estimate 1.47 | 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 24.93 | Forward PE 19.46 | Enterprise Value 14658922510 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.1 |
Enterprise Value 14658922510 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.1 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.22 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 9.37 | Shares Outstanding 96799281 | Shares Floating 76004859 |
Shares Outstanding 96799281 | Shares Floating 76004859 | ||
Percent Insiders 20.01 | Percent Institutions 76.8 |
Upturn AI SWOT
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. was founded in 1961 by Johnnie Bryan Hunt and his wife, Johnelle. Initially a rice hulling and poultry litter business, it transitioned to trucking in 1969. It became a publicly traded company in 1983. Over the years, J.B. Hunt expanded through strategic acquisitions and innovative services like intermodal transportation.
Core Business Areas
- Intermodal (JBI): Offers intermodal freight transportation services, using a combination of truck and rail to provide cost-effective and environmentally friendly solutions. It focuses on long-haul transportation, reducing reliance on over-the-road trucking alone.
- Dedicated Contract Services (DCS): Provides customized transportation solutions, including the design, implementation, and management of dedicated fleets for specific customer needs.
- Integrated Capacity Solutions (ICS): A brokerage-based service that provides capacity solutions by matching available truck capacity with customer freight. It focuses on spot market freight and contractual arrangements to optimize capacity utilization.
- Final Mile Services (FMS): Offers home delivery and related services, managing the final stage of the supply chain from distribution centers to consumers' residences.
Leadership and Structure
John N. Roberts, III is the current CEO. The company has a hierarchical organizational structure with various VPs and directors managing specific departments and business units. The Board of Directors provides oversight and strategic guidance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Intermodal: Intermodal freight transport, combining truck and rail. J.B. Hunt is a major player in this market, but precise market share data is difficult to ascertain due to the fragmented nature of the industry. Competitors include Hub Group and Schneider.
- Dedicated Contract Services: Customized dedicated trucking fleets. This segment offers long-term contracts and stable revenue. Precise market share data is not publicly available. Competitors include Ryder and Penske.
- Brokerage (ICS): Freight brokerage services. Competitors include C.H. Robinson and Echo Global Logistics. Market share fluctuates based on market conditions.
- Final Mile: Delivery of goods from distribution centers to customers. Competitors include XPO Logistics and FedEx.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The transportation industry is currently experiencing fluctuating demand, driven by economic cycles and global events. The market is competitive and faces challenges such as driver shortages, rising fuel costs, and increasing regulatory requirements.
Positioning
J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company known for its intermodal expertise and technology-driven solutions. Its competitive advantages include its extensive intermodal network, diverse service offerings, and focus on innovation.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The total addressable market for trucking and logistics in the US is estimated to be hundreds of billions of dollars. J.B. Hunt is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this TAM with its diversified services.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large and diverse fleet
- Strong intermodal network
- Technological innovation (J.B. Hunt 360)
- Established customer relationships
- Financial Stability
Weaknesses
- Exposure to fuel price fluctuations
- Driver shortage vulnerability
- Reliance on rail partners for intermodal
- Capital intensive operations
- Cyclical demand sensitivity
Opportunities
- Growth in e-commerce driving final mile demand
- Expansion of intermodal transportation
- Technological advancements (automation, AI)
- Increasing demand for sustainable transportation solutions
- Acquisitions to expand service offerings
Threats
- Economic downturn impacting freight demand
- Increased competition from new entrants
- Government regulations (e.g., emissions standards)
- Rising fuel costs
- Cybersecurity risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CHRW
- LSTR
- KNX
- ODFL
Competitive Landscape
J.B. Hunt's competitive advantages include its extensive intermodal network, technology-driven solutions, and diverse service offerings. Its disadvantages include exposure to fuel price fluctuations and reliance on rail partners.
Major Acquisitions
BNSF Logistics
- Year: 2024
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 470
- Strategic Rationale: Expand brokerage business to scale J.B. Huntu2019s Integrated Capacity Solutions (ICS) business and extend service offerings.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: J.B. Hunt has experienced steady growth over the past decade, driven by its intermodal services and strategic acquisitions. Growth rate can be calculated from previous years earnings.
Future Projections: Analyst estimates project continued growth for J.B. Hunt, driven by e-commerce and increasing demand for transportation services.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include expansion of J.B. Hunt 360 platform, investments in technology, and acquisitions to expand service offerings.
Summary
J.B. Hunt is a strong player in the transportation industry, particularly in intermodal services. The company is leveraging technology to improve efficiency and expand its service offerings. Rising fuel costs and economic cycles present challenges. The strategic BNSF Logistics acquisition demonstrates the company looking to expand services and scale. J.B. Hunt is financially stable with a long history.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- J.B. Hunt Investor Relations
- SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Industry Reports
- Market Research Reports
- Company Press Releases
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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