Hub Group, Inc., an asset-light freight transportation management company, provides intermodal, truck brokerage, and logistics services in North America. It operates through two segments, Mode and Hub. Its intermodal services include arranging for the movement of its customers' freight in containers and trailers over long distances. The company contracts with railroads to provide transportation for the long-haul portion of the shipment and with local trucking companies for pickup and delivery. Its intermodal services also comprise negotiating rail and drayage rates, electronically tracking shipments in transit, and consolidate billing and handling claims for freight loss or damage on behalf of customers. In addition, the company offers truck brokerage services, as well as a range of transportation management services and technology solutions, including shipment optimization, load consolidation, mode selection, carrier management, load planning and execution, and Web-based shipment visibility under the Unyson Logistics name. Further, it provides multi-modal transportation services, such as small parcel, heavyweight, expedited, less-than-truckload, truckload, intermodal, railcar, and international shipping. As of December 31, 2017, the company owned a total of 32,000 53-foot private containers, as well as access to approximately 2,500 rail-owned containers for use on the Union Pacific and the Norfolk Southern rails. Hub Group, Inc. was founded in 1971 and is headquartered in Oak Brook, Illinois.
Industry, Sector and Symbol
Industry Freight transportation arrangement
Sub-IndustryAir Freight & Logistics
SectorTransportation
Phone630-271-3600
Debt
Current Ratio1.54
Quick Ratio1.54
Price-To-Earnings
Sales & Book Value
Annual Sales$4.03 billion
Price / Sales0.35
Price / Cash Flow11.26
Price / Book1.81
Profitability
Net Income$135.15 million
Net Margins5.78%
Return on Assets5.17%
Miscellaneous
Employees4,377
OptionableOptionable
Hub Group (NASDAQ:HUBG) Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hub Group's stock symbol?
Hub Group trades on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol "HUBG."
How were Hub Group's earnings last quarter?
Hub Group Inc (NASDAQ:HUBG) issued its quarterly earnings data on Thursday, October, 25th. The transportation company reported $0.77 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the Thomson Reuters' consensus estimate of $0.70 by $0.07. The transportation company had revenue of $933.22 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $1.11 billion. Hub Group had a return on equity of 10.77% and a net margin of 5.78%. View Hub Group's Earnings History.
When is Hub Group's next earnings date?
What guidance has Hub Group issued on next quarter's earnings?
Hub Group updated its fourth quarter 2018 earnings guidance on Thursday, October, 25th. The company provided EPS guidance of $0.85-0.95 for the period, compared to the Thomson Reuters consensus EPS estimate of $0.78.
What price target have analysts set for HUBG?
10 equities research analysts have issued 1-year price targets for Hub Group's stock. Their predictions range from $48.00 to $71.00. On average, they anticipate Hub Group's share price to reach $57.3333 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 40.6% from the stock's current price. View Analyst Price Targets for Hub Group.
What is the consensus analysts' recommendation for Hub Group?
10 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Hub Group in the last year. There are currently 5 hold ratings and 5 buy ratings for the stock, resulting in a consensus recommendation of "Buy." View Analyst Ratings for Hub Group.
What are Wall Street analysts saying about Hub Group stock?
Here are some recent quotes from research analysts about Hub Group stock:
- 1. According to Zacks Investment Research, "Hub Group, Inc. is a transportation management company that provides multi-modal solutions throughout North America, including intermodal, truck brokerage, dedicated and logistics services. The company is one of the largest over-the-road brokers in North America. The Company arranges for the movement of its customers' freight in containers and trailers over long distances. Hub Group operates through a nationwide network of hubs, located near significant concentrations of shipping customers and railheads. As a publicly traded company, Hub Group delivers innovative, customer-focused solutions and industry leading service to help customers better control supply chains and their costs. It operates through a nationwide network of hubs, located near significant concentrations of shipping customers and railheads. The company is headquartered in Cambridge, MA. " (1/15/2019)
- 2. Cowen Inc analysts commented, "WCC lapped tough SG&A comps with cost structure now (as of 3Q) comparing normalized for restored compensation levels, and affording 74% conversion of GP growth to OP. WCC also indicated expectation to convert 50%+ on a low single-digit organic growth profile vs. historically requiring stronger growth to deliver targeted pull through. WCC increased share repurchase authorization to $400M and noted plans to repurchase about $175M through 1H19 subject to market conditions. GM improved slightly, as price pass through and billing margin management proved solid, though we note reversal of recent unfavorable mix from outsized international growth (excluding Canada) at lower GM, and strong 3Q growth from Canada (typically favorable GM mix)." (11/5/2018)
Has Hub Group been receiving favorable news coverage?
News coverage about HUBG stock has trended somewhat positive on Tuesday, according to InfoTrie Sentiment. The research group scores the sentiment of media coverage by monitoring more than six thousand news and blog sources in real time. The firm ranks coverage of public companies on a scale of negative five to positive five, with scores nearest to five being the most favorable. Hub Group earned a coverage optimism score of 1.9 on InfoTrie's scale. They also assigned news headlines about the transportation company a news buzz of 10.0 out of 10, indicating that recent media coverage is extremely likely to have an effect on the stock's share price in the next several days.
Who are some of Hub Group's key competitors?
Who are Hub Group's key executives?
Hub Group's management team includes the folowing people:
- Mr. David P. Yeager, Chairman & CEO (Age 65)
- Mr. Donald G. Maltby, Pres, COO & Director (Age 63)
- Ms. Terri A. Pizzuto, Exec. VP, CFO & Treasurer (Age 59)
- Ms. Vava R. Dimond, Exec. VP & Chief Information Officer (Age 51)
- Mr. Douglas G. Beck, Exec. VP, Gen. Counsel & Sec. (Age 51)
Who are Hub Group's major shareholders?
Hub Group's stock is owned by a number of of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (0.04%), Fox Run Management L.L.C. (0.03%) and Cardinal Capital Management (0.03%). View Institutional Ownership Trends for Hub Group.
Which major investors are selling Hub Group stock?
Which major investors are buying Hub Group stock?
How do I buy shares of Hub Group?
Shares of HUBG can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Vanguard Brokerage Services, TD Ameritrade, E*TRADE, Scottrade, Fidelity and Charles Schwab.
What is Hub Group's stock price today?
One share of HUBG stock can currently be purchased for approximately $40.78.
How big of a company is Hub Group?
Hub Group has a market capitalization of $1.42 billion and generates $4.03 billion in revenue each year. The transportation company earns $135.15 million in net income (profit) each year or $1.91 on an earnings per share basis. Hub Group employs 4,377 workers across the globe.
What is Hub Group's official website?
How can I contact Hub Group?
Hub Group's mailing address is 2000 CLEARWATER DRIVE, OAK BROOK IL, 60523. The transportation company can be reached via phone at 630-271-3600 or via email at [email protected]
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