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Universal Logistics Holdings Inc (ULH)
:ULH
Earnings Data
Report Date
Apr 24, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.48Last Year’s EPS
1.99Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:Feb 06, 2025
|% Change Since: -35.76%
|Next Earnings Date:Apr 24, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call highlighted significant revenue growth and strong performance in the contract logistics and trucking segments. However, challenges in the intermodal segment and a decline in operating margins present concerns. Overall, the company shows promise with a robust sales pipeline and strategic initiatives aimed at overcoming current challenges.Company Guidance
During Universal Logistics Holdings' fourth quarter 2024 earnings call, the company provided guidance for 2025, projecting total operating revenues between $1.7 billion and $1.8 billion, with operating margins in the range of 7% to 9%. The company expects capital expenditures for 2025 to be between $125 million and $150 million, excluding any strategic real estate purchases, and anticipates interest expenses of $48 million to $51 million. For the first quarter of 2025, projected revenues are between $390 million and $410 million, with operating margins of 6.5% to 7.5% and an EBITDA margin of 14.5% to 16.5%. The guidance reflects expected challenges, including the roll-off of a specialty development program, increased depreciation and amortization from recent acquisitions, and softness in the automotive sector and intermodal market, especially in Southern California.Revenue Growth and Strong Financial Performance
Universal reported a 19% increase in top-line revenues for Q4 2024 and an earnings per share of $0.77. The full year saw $1.85 billion in revenue, 11% operating margins, and $4.93 earnings per share, marking the second-best financial performance in the company's history.
Contract Logistics Segment Growth
The contract logistics segment saw a 52.7% revenue increase to $307.4 million, with the successful acquisition of Parsec contributing significantly. This acquisition led to the segment's annual revenue run rate surpassing $1.1 billion.
Trucking Segment Success
The trucking segment saw an 11.5% increase in revenue to $83.8 million, driven by a 30.5% increase in revenue per load. The specialized heavy haul wind business performed exceptionally well, contributing to the segment's highest operating margin in over two years.
Strong Sales Pipeline
Universal has a robust sales pipeline with opportunities totaling over $800 million, indicating strong future growth potential.
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ULH Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
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ULH Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 06, 2025 | $42.95 | $34.53 | -19.60% |
| Oct 24, 2024 | $43.33 | $38.60 | -10.92% |
| Jul 25, 2024 | $44.84 | $42.88 | -4.37% |
| Apr 25, 2024 | $32.66 | $45.52 | +39.38% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does Universal Logistics Holdings Inc (ULH) report earnings?
Universal Logistics Holdings Inc (ULH) is schdueled to report earning on Apr 24, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is Universal Logistics Holdings Inc (ULH) earnings time?
Universal Logistics Holdings Inc (ULH) earnings time is at Apr 24, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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What is ULH EPS forecast?
ULH EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2025 (Q1) is 0.48.
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