Wabash Natl Corp Stock Price, News & Analysis

Wabash National Corporation (NYSE: WNC) has released its second Corporate Responsibility Report, providing insights into its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts for 2020. The report highlights the company’s commitment to sustainability and social responsibility with initiatives such as lower-carbon product designs, waste reduction standards, community investments, and leadership development programs. Prepared in alignment with TCFD recommendations and SASB metrics, the report reflects Wabash National’s vision of 'Changing How the World Reaches You.'

Wabash National Corporation (NYSE: WNC) announced a stock repurchase authorization of up to $150 million, extending through August 2024. This initiative corresponds to approximately 20% of the company's market cap and is the largest in its history. Since 2015, Wabash has returned around $360 million to shareholders via stock buybacks. This repurchase strategy aims to enhance shareholder value by reducing the number of outstanding shares and offsetting dilution from stock compensation. The company maintains flexibility to adapt the program based on market conditions.

Wabash National Corporation (NYSE:WNC) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share, payable on October 28, 2021, to stockholders of record by October 7, 2021. This decision reflects the company's commitment to providing shareholder value and indicates a stable cash flow.

Wabash National is recognized for its innovations in engineered solutions for the transportation and logistics industries, producing a wide range of products including trailers and truck bodies.

Wabash National Corporation (NYSE: WNC) reported Q2 2021 revenue of $449.4 million, a 32.5% increase year-over-year, driven by strong customer demand. Operating income was $22.7 million (5.0% of sales) on a GAAP basis, with earnings per share at $0.24. The company's backlog surged 77% year-over-year to $1.3 billion. Despite manufacturing challenges, Wabash maintains its 2021 EPS outlook at $0.72, reflecting ongoing commitment to meet market demand and navigate supply chain pressures.

Wabash National Corporation (NYSE: WNC) will host a quarterly earnings call on July 28, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET, to discuss its Q2 2021 financial results. The call will be available via webcast on their website, with a replay accessible for one year. Related materials, such as the earnings press release and slides, will be posted by 7:00 a.m. ET on the same day. Wabash National, based in Lafayette, Indiana, is known for engineered solutions in transportation and logistics, offering a diverse range of products under various brand names.

Wabash National Corporation (NYSE: WNC) announced the sale of Extract Technology to Dietrich Engineering Consultants SA, effective June 30, 2021. Extract Technology, a supplier of containment and aseptic systems, generated approximately $22 million in sales in 2020. The divestiture aligns with Wabash’s strategic focus on transportation, logistics, and distribution markets. Senior Vice President Mike Pettit emphasized that the sale allows the company to concentrate on core growth areas such as home delivery and cold chain solutions.

Wabash National Corporation (NYSE:WNC) has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.08 per share, set to be paid on July 29, 2021, to stockholders on record as of July 8, 2021. The company is recognized as an innovation leader in engineered solutions for the transportation, logistics, and distribution sectors, offering a variety of products like trailers and truck bodies. Forward-looking statements highlight expectations regarding demand, profitability, and potential risks from economic conditions, competition, and supply chain issues.

Wabash National Corporation (NYSE: WNC) reported Q1 2021 revenue of $392.0 million, a 1.3% increase year-over-year. Operating income improved to $11.2 million, yielding an operating margin of 2.9%. The company reported net income of $3.2 million, or $0.06 per share. A strong backlog of $1.5 billion, up 57% YoY, reflects robust customer demand despite seasonal trends. Wabash maintains its 2021 EPS outlook at $0.75, with projected sales between $1.95 billion and $2.05 billion. The company is focused on enhancing production capacity to meet future demand.

Wabash National Corporation (NYSE: WNC) will host a webcast for its first-quarter earnings call on April 28, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. ET. Investors can access the call via phone at (833) 476-0947, conference ID 2497361, or via the company's website. The related earnings press release and presentation materials will be available on the 'Investors' section of Wabash National’s website by 7:00 a.m. ET the same day. Wabash National specializes in engineered solutions for transportation and logistics, manufacturing a wide range of trailers and related products.