JB Hunt Trans Stock Price, News & Analysis

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT) will participate in the 2021 Virtual BofA Securities Transportation, Airlines and Industrials Conference on May 19, 2021, at 8:40 a.m. ET. Key executives will present insights and discuss company performance. Interested investors can register to listen via a webcast link and access a replay on the company's website. The presentation may include forward-looking statements, which involve risks and uncertainties that could affect actual outcomes.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services (NASDAQ: JBHT) will present at the 2021 Virtual Wells Fargo Industrials Conference on May 5, 2021, at 11:20 a.m. ET. Executives Brad Hicks and John Kuhlow will provide insights on the company's operations. Investors can access the live webcast on J.B. Hunt's website, with a replay available afterward. The presentation may include forward-looking statements subject to risks and uncertainties that could result in actual outcomes differing from expectations. For details, visit www.jbhunt.com.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.30 per share, marking a 7.1% increase from the previous quarter and an 11.1% increase year-over-year. This dividend is payable on May 21, 2021, to shareholders of record as of May 7, 2021. As a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company, J.B. Hunt continues to enhance its position as a leader in supply chain solutions across North America, providing diverse services including intermodal, truckload, and final mile delivery.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services (NASDAQ: JBHT) reported Q1 2021 net earnings of $146.6 million, or $1.37 per diluted share, up from $104.8 million or $0.98 per share a year ago. Operating revenue reached $2.62 billion, a 15% increase from Q1 2020. Significant growth was seen in Integrated Capacity Solutions (up 56%) and Truck (up 43%). Operating income rose 34% to $207.7 million despite weather-related disruptions affecting volumes. The effective tax rate decreased to 25.1%. The company continues share repurchases with $498 million remaining under authorization.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services (NASDAQ: JBHT) will host its Annual Meeting of Stockholders on April 22, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. (CDT) via audio conference call due to ongoing public health concerns from COVID-19. Stockholders as of February 16, 2021, can register online to access the meeting remotely. The meeting will focus solely on official business, with no informal updates from management. Attendees must follow health guidelines, including a pre-attendance screening, face masks, and social distancing. Proxy voting is encouraged for stockholders who cannot attend.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT) will release its first quarter 2021 earnings on April 15, 2021, after market close. A conference call for discussing results will take place from 4:00-5:00 p.m. CT the same day. Interested participants can join by calling 1-833-397-0851 domestically or 516-575-8759 internationally, using conference ID: 4345296. The company emphasizes that actual results may differ from anticipated figures due to various factors outlined in their Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2020.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services (NASDAQ: JBHT) announces integration with KeepTruckin's Smart Load Board, enhancing J.B. Hunt 360°® freight-matching capabilities. This collaboration aims to improve visibility into freight capacity and streamline load matching for carriers. Approved carriers can access J.B. Hunt loads through KeepTruckin, allowing real-time shipment tracking. J.B. Hunt 360 processed over 1.2 million loads and transacted more than $1.4 billion in 2020, solidifying its position in the North American transportation market.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services (NASDAQ: JBHT) will participate in the J.P. Morgan 2021 Industrials Conference on March 16, 2021, at 11:20 a.m. ET. Chief Commercial Officer Shelley Simpson and CFO John Kuhlow will discuss forward-looking statements, which may include risks and uncertainties that could affect results. Interested investors can access the presentation via a webcast on the company’s website, with a replay available afterwards. J.B. Hunt offers a range of supply chain solutions across North America, integrating technology to enhance efficiency and value.

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: JBHT) will present at the Raymond James 2021 Institutional Investors Conference on March 3, 2021, at 8:20 a.m. ET. COO Nick Hobbs and CFO John Kuhlow will represent the company, and interested investors can access the presentation via a webcast on J.B. Hunt’s website. The presentation may include forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, and J.B. Hunt will not update these statements unless aware of unachievable goals. For more details, visit www.jbhunt.com.