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Proficient Auto Logistics (NASDAQ: PAL) grows 2025 revenue but books goodwill hit

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Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. reported strong 2025 volume growth but weaker profitability. Full-year operating revenue rose to $430.4 million, up 10.7%, with total units delivered increasing 16.2% to 2,311,234, driven by acquisitions and market share gains.

Despite higher revenue, the company posted a full-year operating loss of $32.3 million versus operating income of $10.9 million in 2024, largely due to a non-cash goodwill impairment of $27.8 million. Adjusted operating income declined to $10.8 million from $19.5 million, while Adjusted EBITDA was broadly flat at $40.2 million. The company ended 2025 with $14.3 million in cash, $74.3 million of debt and a net leverage ratio of 1.5x, after reducing total debt by about $4.9 million in the fourth quarter.

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  • Large goodwill impairment and weaker margins: A non-cash goodwill impairment of $27.8 million helped turn 2025 into a $32.3 million operating loss, and Adjusted Operating Ratio worsened to 97.5% from 95.0%, signaling margin pressure despite higher revenue.

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Revenue and volumes grew in 2025, but margins compressed and a large non-cash impairment drove a net loss.

Proficient Auto Logistics grew 2025 operating revenue to $430.4M, up 10.7%, with total units delivered up 16.2%. Acquisitions like Brothers Auto Transport and higher company-owned deliveries supported top-line and volume growth despite softer automotive demand later in the year.

Profitability weakened. The business swung to a full-year operating loss of $32.3M from $10.9M operating income in 2024, mainly because of a $27.8M non-cash goodwill impairment tied to lower estimated fair value. Even excluding this, Adjusted operating income fell to $10.8M and Adjusted EBITDA of $40.2M was roughly flat.

Balance sheet metrics are steadier. The company ended December 31, 2025 with $14.3M of cash and $74.3M of debt, implying about 1.5x net leverage on trailing Adjusted EBITDA. Total debt decreased by roughly $4.9M in Q4, suggesting continued focus on deleveraging alongside integration of acquired fleets.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 8-K 

 

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d)

of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

 

Date of report (date of earliest event reported): February 9, 2026

 

Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. 

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Delaware   001-42035   93-1869180

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

  (Commission file number)  

(IRS employer

identification number)

 

12276 San Jose Blvd., Suite 426

Jacksonville, FL 32223 

(Address of principal executive offices)

 

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (904) 506-7918

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligations of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)

 

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

 

Emerging growth company

 

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Title of each class   Trading Symbol(s)   Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share   PAL   Nasdaq Global Market

 

 

 

 

 

 

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

 

On February 9, 2026, Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release regarding its unaudited operating and financial results for the three months and full year ended December 31, 2025, and comparative summary financial information for the same time periods of 2024. The unaudited results are subject to the completion of accounting and annual audit procedures and are therefore subject to adjustment. The full text of the Company’s press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1.

 

The Company has scheduled a conference call for 4:30 pm EST on February 9, 2026 to discuss its unaudited operating and financial results for the three months and full year ended December 31, 2025. The Company invites investors to join the investor conference call by registering through this link: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BId16f27ac6e964b1bb272c63dc338561e. Once registered, investors will receive a dial-in and a unique pin to join the conference. Investors may also join the listen-only Webcast via https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/rx9uxfs8.

 

The information in this Item 2.02 and the attached exhibit are being furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission and shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.

 

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

 

(d) Exhibits

 

Exhibit
Number
  Description
99.1   Press release, dated February 9, 2026
104   Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

 

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Forward-Looking Statements

 

This Current Report on Form 8-K contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which statements involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements generally relate to possible or assume future results of our business, financial condition, results of operations, liquidity, plans and objectives. You can generally identify forward-looking statements because they contain words such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “could,” “intends,” “target,” “projects,” “contemplates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “potential” or “continue” or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions that concern our expectations, strategy, plans or intentions. We have based these forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections regarding future events and trends that we believe may affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. The outcome of the events described in these forward-looking statements is subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors described in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 31, 2025 (the “Annual Report”), and elsewhere in the Annual Report. Accordingly, you should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. We cannot assure you that the results, events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or occur, and actual results, events or circumstances could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this Current Report on Form 8-K include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: our expectations regarding our future performance, results of operations, and our ability to improve our leverage position and balance sheet; the economic conditions in the global markets in which we operate; our ability to successfully implement our business strategy, effectively respond to changes in market dynamics and customer preferences, and achieve the anticipated benefits and associated cost savings of such strategies and actions; our ability to recruit and retain qualified driving associates, independent contractors and third-party auto transportation and logistics companies; an increase in the frequency or severity of accidents or other claims; our expectations regarding the successful implementation of our acquisitions; geopolitical developments and additional changes in international trade policies and relations; the effect of any international conflicts or terrorist activities, on the United States and global economies in general, the transportation industry, or us in particular, and what effects these events will have on our costs and the demand for our services; our ability to manage our network capacity and cost structure for capital expenditures and operating expenses, and match it to shifting and future customer volume levels; our ability to compete effectively against current and future competitors; our ability to maintain our profitability despite quarterly fluctuations in our results, whether due to seasonality, large cyclical events, or other causes; and our future financial and operating results; our expectations regarding the period during which we will qualify as an emerging growth company under the JOBS Act; and the sufficiency of our existing cash to fund our future operating expenses and capital expenditure requirements.

 

The forward-looking statements made in this Current Report on Form 8-K relate only to events as of the date on which the statements are made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which the statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. We may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in our forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. We do not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

 

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Signature

 

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 

Date: February 9, 2026.

 

  Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc.
     
  By  /s/ Brad Wright
    Brad Wright
    Chief Financial Officer and Secretary

 

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Exhibit 99.1

 

PROFICIENT AUTO LOGISTICS REPORTS

FOURTH quarter and FULL YEAR 2025 FINANCIAL RESULTS

 

JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA – February 9, 2026 — Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (NASDAQ: PAL) (the “Company” or “Proficient”) today reported its unaudited financial results for the three months and full year ended December 31, 2025, and comparative summary financial information for the same time periods of 2024.

 

Full Year 2025 Summary (Full Year 2024 information on a combined basis)

 

Total Operating Revenue of $430.4 million, increased 10.7% from 2024

 

Total Operating Income (Loss) of ($32.3) million, versus $10.9 million in 2024. During the quarter, the Company recorded a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of $27.8 million as further detailed below. The charge reduced Operating Income but did not affect Adjusted Operating Income(1) or cash flows for the quarter or full year.

 

Adjusted Operating Income of $10.8 million, versus $19.5 million in 2024

 

Adjusted Operating Ratio(1) of 97.5% compared to 95.0% in 2024

 

Total Units delivered of 2,311,234, an increase of 16.2% from 2024

 

Rick O’Dell, Proficient’s Chief Executive Officer, commented, “Reflecting on 2025, the automotive market seemingly peaked in March and April ahead of tariff impacts, and the remainder of the year was weaker than our expectations. Despite that, we made significant progress in completing the integration of the five Founding Companies, Auto Transport Group, and Brothers Auto Transport; demonstrated our top line growth strategies via market share gains and acquisition; set a foundation for ongoing operating ratio reduction into 2026; improved our leverage and balance sheet position, while generating significant free cash flow despite the weaker than expected market conditions; all while delivering reliable, quality service to customers nationwide. We’re excited about the future of the business and our enhanced performance capabilities, even as the external market remains similar to our experience over the latter part of last year.”

 

Explanatory Note

 

On May 13, 2024, Proficient completed the initial public offering (the “IPO”) of its common stock and completed the acquisition (the “Combination”) of Delta Auto Transport, Inc., Deluxe Auto Carriers, Inc., Sierra Mountain Group, Inc., Proficient Auto Transport, and Tribeca Automotive Inc. (collectively, the “Founding Companies”). Thereafter, on August 16, 2024, the Company acquired Auto Transport Group, LLC, (“ATG”) and on November 1, 2024, the Company acquired Utah Truck & Trailer Repair, LLC, (“UTT”), a repair facility located at the ATG headquarters terminal in Ogden, Utah. On April 1, 2025, the Company acquired Brothers Auto Transport, LLC, (“Brothers”), located in Wind Gap, Pennsylvania and on May 27, 2025, the Company acquired PVT Truck & Trailer Repair, LLC, (“PVT”) a repair facility located at the Brothers headquarters. For a full description of these transactions, please refer to our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended September 30, 2025.

 

The Company is providing the below summary unaudited consolidated financial information for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2025, with comparison to summary unaudited combined information for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2024. The summary unaudited consolidated/combined financial information has been prepared by, and is the responsibility of, the respective management of Proficient (for the post-IPO period) and the Founding Companies (for the period of January 1 through May 12, 2024). The consolidated financial statements have not yet been audited by the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm, except that the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2024, is derived from the Company’s audited consolidated financial statements. Please refer to footnote 1 to the table for a description of periods included for the various acquired entities.

 

(1)Adjusted Operating Income and Adjusted Operating Ratio are non-GAAP financial measures. See “Summary Unaudited Financial Information” on the following pages for additional information regarding the use of Adjusted Operating Income and Adjusted Operating Ratio and a reconciliation to the most comparable GAAP measure.

 

 

 

 

Summary Unaudited Consolidated/Combined Financial Information (1)

 

($000s)   Three months ended    Twelve months ended 
    12/31/2025    12/31/2024    12/31/2025    12/31/2024 
Total Operating Revenue  $105,378   $94,520   $430,426   $388,761 
                     
Total Operating (Loss) Income   (29,997)   (2,409)   (32,335)   10,943 
                     
Addback:                    
Goodwill Impairment   27,787    -    27,787    - 
Amortization of Intangibles   2,455    2,416    9,780    5,710 
Stock Compensation Expense   1,253    1,136    5,527    2,820 
Adjusted Operating Income (2)   1,498    1,143    10,759    19,473 
                     
Adjusted Operating Ratio (2)   98.6%   98.8%   97.5%   95.0%
                     
(Loss) Income before income taxes   (31,457)   (4,257)   (40,899)   7,151 
                     
Addback:                    
Depreciation & Amortization   10,127    8,128    39,306    24,920 
Stock Compensation Expense   1,253    1,136    5,527    2,820 
Interest Expense   1,498    1,961    6,589    5,792 
Goodwill Impairment   27,787    -    27,787    - 
Restructuring Charge   -    -    1,901    - 
Adjusted EBITDA (3)   9,208    6,968    40,211    40,683 
                     
Adjusted EBITDA Margin (3)   8.7%   7.4%   9.3%   10.5%

 

(1)The amounts shown above reflect the unaudited summary combined financial results of the five Founding Companies, as it pertains to the pre-IPO portion of 2024, for the full three-month and twelve-month periods presented without any pro forma adjustments that would give effect to the completion of the IPO or any related transaction expenses or adjustments recognized as a result of the IPO and concurrent Combinations. The results of Proficient (acquiror entity) are included for the post-IPO periods of the three months and twelve months ended December 31, 2025 and December 31, 2024. Amounts related to ATG and Brothers are included only since August 16, 2024, and April 1, 2025, the respective dates of acquisition.

 

(2)Our management team reviews Adjusted Operating Income and the related Adjusted Operating Ratio, both of which are non-GAAP financial measures, as a basis for comparing the results of financial reporting periods excluding the impact of non-cash expenses related to stock-based compensation expense, amortization of intangibles, and other non-recurring items that management does not consider indicative of ongoing operating performance. These measures provide management with insight regarding progress on operating and integration initiatives. The table above provides a reconciliation of Adjusted Operating Income to Total Operating (Loss) Income, the most comparable GAAP measure, and Adjusted Operating Ratio flows from that.

 

(3)Our management team reviews Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA Margin, both of which are non-GAAP financial measures, to measure the operating performance and financial condition of our business and to make strategic decisions. See the Appendix for additional information regarding the use of Adjusted EBITDA. The table above provides a reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to (Loss) Income before income taxes, the most comparable GAAP measure, and Adjusted EBITDA Margin flows from that.

 

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Revenue and Profitability (1)

 

   Three months ended   Twelve months ended 
Select Operating Metrics  12/31/2025   12/31/2024   % Chg   12/31/2025   12/31/2024   % Chg 
Unit Volume - Company Deliveries   204,586    171,717    19.1%   798,258    642,684    24.2%
Revenue / Unit - Company Deliveries   177.01    180.94    -2.2%   180.65    193.08    -6.4%
                               
Unit Volume - Subhaulers   375,372    350,056    7.2%   1,512,976    1,346,298    12.4%
Revenue / Unit - Subhaulers   161.24    162.97    -1.1%   167.16    177.12    -5.6%
                               
Percent Revenue, Company Deliveries   37%   35%        36%   34%     
Percent Revenue, Subhaulers   63%   65%        64%   66%     

 

(1)The amounts shown above reflect combined pre-IPO information for the five Founding Companies for the full three-month and twelve-month periods presented without any pro forma adjustments that would give effect to the completion of the IPO or any related transaction expenses or adjustments recognized as a result of the IPO and concurrent Combinations. Amounts related to ATG and Brothers are included only since August 16, 2024, and April 1, 2025, the respective dates of acquisition.

 

For the full year, total revenue increased $41.7 million, or 10.7%, versus 2024, while total unit deliveries were up 16.2% versus the same period of 2024, as volume growth was partially offset by lower revenue per unit driven by customer mix. Company unit deliveries increased 24.2% year-over-year for the full year, outpacing 12.4% growth in Subhaul deliveries versus the same period, and reflecting continued prioritization of Company-owned truck asset utilization for units delivered.

 

Fourth quarter revenue increased $10.9 million, or 11.5%, compared to the same quarter of 2024. While the seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) of automotive sales was down roughly 800,000 vehicles year-over-year in the fourth quarter, a full quarter of the Brothers acquisition and new business wins more than offset the weaker revenue in core markets. However, these incremental gains could not fully overcome the fixed costs associated with the core volume decline, which had negative impacts on margin and operating leverage.

 

As part of its annual goodwill impairment testing, the Company recorded a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of $27.8 million during the fourth quarter of 2025. The impairment resulted from a comparison of the carrying amount of goodwill and other intangibles to estimated fair value which uses a discounted cashflow model and requires significant assumptions regarding future cashflows. The decline in estimated fair value primarily reflects changes in market conditions relative to estimates at the time of the Company’s IPO. Adjusted Operating Ratio, which excludes this charge, was 97.5%, for the full year. The comparison of Adjusted Operating Ratio year-over-year is negatively impacted by the step up in market value on fleet assets acquired in the IPO and subsequent fleet acquisitions of ATG and Brothers. The increased depreciation expense resulting from that step up in valuation represents approximately 0.57% of the reported Adjusted Operating Ratio for full year.

 

Balance Sheet

 

The Company ended the fourth quarter with $14.3 million of cash and $74.3 million of debt. The resulting net debt of approximately $60.0 million on December 31, 2025, equates to a net leverage ratio of 1.5x when compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $40.2 million for the trailing twelve months. Total debt was reduced by approximately $4.9 million during the quarter using continuing strong cashflow to further strengthen the balance sheet through reduced leverage.

  

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Unaudited Financial Results

 

The financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2025 included in this press release are unaudited and reflect management’s current views. These results may be subject to adjustment upon completion of the Company’s annual audit and finalization of its consolidated financial statements. The Company has not yet filed its Annual Report on Form 10-K for fiscal year 2025. Certain statements contained herein are forward-looking statements and are subject to risks and uncertainties. We undertake no obligation to update or supplement the information provided herein until we report our final financial results for fiscal year 2025.

 

Conference Call

 

The Company will host an investor conference call at 4:30 p.m. EST to discuss the results. Investors are invited to join the conference call by registering through the following link: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BId16f27ac6e964b1bb272c63dc338561e; once registered, you will receive a dial-in and a unique pin to join the conference. You may also join the listen-only Webcast via https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/rx9uxfs8.

 

About Proficient Auto Logistics

 

We are a leading specialized freight company focused on providing auto transportation and logistics services. Through the combination of seven industry-leading operating companies since our IPO in May 2024, we operate one of the largest auto transportation fleets in North America. We offer a broad range of auto transportation and logistics services, primarily focused on transporting finished vehicles from automotive production facilities, marine ports of entry, and regional rail yards to auto dealerships around the country.

 

Investor Relations:

 

Brad Wright

Chief Financial Officer and Secretary

Phone: 904-506-4317

email: Investor.relations@proautologistics.com

 

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Statements

 

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which statements involve substantial risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements generally relate to possible or assume future results of our business, financial condition, results of operations, liquidity, plans and objectives. You can generally identify forward-looking statements because they contain words such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “could,” “intends,” “target,” “projects,” “contemplates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “potential” or “continue” or the negative of these terms or other similar expressions that concern our expectations, strategy, plans or intentions. We have based these forward-looking statements largely on our current expectations and projections regarding future events and trends that we believe may affect our business, financial condition and results of operations. The outcome of the events described in these forward-looking statements is subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors described in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 31, 2025 (the “Annual Report”), and elsewhere in the Annual Report. Accordingly, you should not rely upon forward-looking statements as predictions of future events. We cannot assure you that the results, events and circumstances reflected in the forward-looking statements will be achieved or occur, and actual results, events or circumstances could differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements contained in this press release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: our expectations regarding our future performance, results of operations, and our ability to improve our leverage position and balance sheet; the economic conditions in the global markets in which we operate; our ability to successfully implement our business strategy, effectively respond to changes in market dynamics and customer preferences, and achieve the anticipated benefits and associated cost savings of such strategies and actions; our ability to recruit and retain qualified driving associates, independent contractors and third-party auto transportation and logistics companies; an increase in the frequency or severity of accidents or other claims; our expectations regarding the successful implementation of our acquisitions; geopolitical developments and additional changes in international trade policies and relations; the effect of any international conflicts or terrorist activities, on the United States and global economies in general, the transportation industry, or us in particular, and what effects these events will have on our costs and the demand for our services; our ability to manage our network capacity and cost structure for capital expenditures and operating expenses, and match it to shifting and future customer volume levels; our ability to compete effectively against current and future competitors; our ability to maintain our profitability despite quarterly fluctuations in our results, whether due to seasonality, large cyclical events, or other causes; and our future financial and operating results; our expectations regarding the period during which we will qualify as an emerging growth company under the JOBS Act; and the sufficiency of our existing cash to fund our future operating expenses and capital expenditure requirements.

 

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The forward-looking statements made in this document relate only to events as of the date on which the statements are made. We undertake no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which the statement is made or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events. We may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in our forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. We do not assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law.

 

Appendix

 

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

 

We report our financial results in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”). However, management believes that certain non-GAAP measures, including EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA Margin, Adjusted Operating Income, and Adjusted Operating Ratio, provide useful information in measuring operating performance, generating future operating plans and making strategic decisions regarding allocation of capital. Management believes this information presents helpful comparisons of financial performance between periods by excluding the effect of certain non-cash and non-recurring items.

 

EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA Margin, Adjusted Operating Income, and Adjusted Operating Ratio do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by GAAP and therefore it may not be comparable to similarly titled measures presented by other companies, and it should not be considered in isolation from, or as a substitute for, financial information prepared in accordance with GAAP.

 

EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) for the period adjusted for interest expense, income tax expense (benefit) and depreciation expense and intangible amortization expense.

 

Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income (loss) for the period adjusted for interest expense, net, income tax expense (benefit), depreciation and amortization expense, stock compensation expense and any non-recurring items that management does not consider indicative of ongoing operating performance.

 

Adjusted EBITDA Margin is calculated as Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of operating revenue.

 

Operating income is calculated as total operating revenue less total operating expenses.

 

Adjusted operating income is calculated as total operating revenue less total operating expenses adjusted to exclude amortization of intangibles, stock compensation expense, and non-recurring items that management does not consider indicative of ongoing operating performance.

 

Operating ratio is calculated as total operating expenses as a percentage of operating revenue.

 

Adjusted operating ratio is calculated as total operating expenses adjusted to exclude amortization of intangibles, stock compensation expense, and any non-recurring items that management does not consider indicative of ongoing operating performance, as a percentage of operating revenue.

 

Summary Unaudited Financial Information (1)

 

Trailing Twelve months ending-  12/31/2025 
($000s)    

Loss before income taxes

  $(40,899)
      
Addback:     
Depreciation & Amortization   39,306 
Stock Compensation Expense   5,527 
Interest Expense   6,589 
Goodwill Impairment   27,787 
Restructuring Charge   1,901 
Adjusted EBITDA  $40,211 

 

(1)The amounts shown above reflect the unaudited summary financial results for the full twelve-month period presented. Amounts related to Brothers are included only since the April 1, 2025, date of acquisition.

 

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PROFICIENT AUTO LOGISTICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(unaudited)

 

  

December 31,
2025

 
ASSETS    
Current assets:    
Cash and cash equivalents  $14,285,745 
Accounts receivable, less allowance for credit losses (2025 - $826,740)   42,188,909 
Net investment in leases, current portion   126,730 
Maintenance supplies   1,714,238 
Assets held for sale   28,500 
Income tax receivable   2,335,777 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   9,701,439 
Total current assets   70,381,338 
Property and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation (2025 - $43,500,044)   115,850,061 
Operating lease right-of-use assets   12,633,834 
Net investment in leases, less current portion   21,781 
Deposits   6,124,946 
Goodwill   148,476,407 
Intangible assets, net of amortization and impairment (2025 - $17,615,109)   122,804,891 
Other long-term assets   668,426 
Total assets  $476,961,684 
      
Liabilities, and stockholders’ equity     
Current liabilities:     
Accounts payable  $8,305,253 
Accrued liabilities   30,030,001 
Finance lease liabilities, current portion   8,758 
Operating lease liabilities, current portion   2,249,651 
Long-term debt, current portion   20,613,301 
Total current liabilities   61,206,964 
      
Long-term liabilities:     
Line of credit   - 
Finance lease liabilities, less current portion   - 
Operating lease liabilities, less current portion   10,689,839 
Long-term debt, less current portion   53,716,744 
Deferred tax liability, net   34,311,239 
Other long-term liabilities   3,073,049 
Total liabilities   162,997,835 
      
Commitments and contingencies     
      
Stockholders’ equity:     
Common stock, $0.01 par value; 50,000,000 shares authorized; 27,834,799 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2025   278,347 
Additional paid in capital   356,179,787 
Accumulated deficit   (42,494,285)
Total stockholders’ equity   313,963,849 
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity  $476,961,684 

 

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PROFICIENT AUTO LOGISTICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(unaudited)

 

   As December 31, 2025 
   Twelve Months Ended   Three Months Ended 
Operating revenue        
Revenue, before fuel surcharge  $396,627,459   $96,739,791 
Fuel surcharge and other reimbursements   25,887,757    6,214,936 
Other revenue   4,383,874    1,123,163 
Lease revenue   3,526,084    1,299,873 
Total operating revenue   430,425,174    105,377,763 
           
Operating Expenses          
Salaries, wages and benefits   85,242,607    21,156,415 
Stock-based compensation   5,527,316    1,252,598 
Fuel and fuel taxes   25,757,819    6,414,773 
Purchased transportation   215,153,626    52,145,507 
Truck expenses   25,549,240    6,521,600 
Depreciation   29,526,381    7,672,302 
Intangible amortization   9,779,749    2,454,637 
Goodwill & Intangibles Impairment   27,787,000    27,787,000 
Gain on sale of equipment   (257,864)   21,047 
Insurance premiums and claims   21,205,671    5,459,070 
General, selling, and other operating expenses   17,488,511    4,489,797 
Total Operating Expenses   462,760,056    135,374,746 
Operating loss   (32,334,882)   (29,996,983)
Other income and expense          
Interest expense   (6,588,973)   (1,497,676)
Acquisition costs   (438,514)   (31,969)
Restructuring Charges   (1,901,103)   - 
Other income, net   364,326    69,885 
Total other income (expense), net   (8,564,264)   (1,459,760)
Loss before income taxes   (40,899,146)   (31,456,743)
Income tax benefit   (7,452,958)   (5,778,761)
Net loss  $(33,446,188)  $(25,677,982)
           
Loss Per Share          
Basic & Diluted  $(1.21)  $(0.92)
           
Weighted Average Shares          
Basic & Diluted   27,578,622    27,826,994 

  

 

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FAQ

How did Proficient Auto Logistics (PAL) perform financially in full-year 2025?

Proficient Auto Logistics generated operating revenue of $430.4 million in 2025, up 10.7% from 2024. However, it recorded a full-year operating loss of $32.3 million, compared with operating income of $10.9 million in 2024, largely due to a non-cash goodwill impairment.

What was Proficient Auto Logistics’ profitability on an adjusted basis for 2025?

On an adjusted basis, Proficient Auto Logistics reported Adjusted Operating Income of $10.8 million in 2025, down from $19.5 million in 2024. Adjusted EBITDA was $40.2 million, slightly below $40.7 million in 2024, reflecting margin compression despite higher revenue and volumes.

What goodwill impairment did Proficient Auto Logistics record in 2025?

In the fourth quarter of 2025, Proficient Auto Logistics recorded a non-cash goodwill impairment charge of $27.8 million. Management attributes this to lower estimated fair value versus expectations at the IPO, based on discounted cash flow analysis, which reduced reported operating income but not cash flow or adjusted measures.

How much did Proficient Auto Logistics’ volumes grow in 2025?

Total units delivered in 2025 reached 2,311,234, an increase of 16.2% versus 2024. Company deliveries rose 24.2%, while subhauler volumes grew 12.4%, indicating a strategic emphasis on utilizing company-owned trucks within its auto transportation network.

What is Proficient Auto Logistics’ leverage and debt position at year-end 2025?

As of December 31, 2025, Proficient Auto Logistics held $14.3 million in cash and $74.3 million of debt. Net debt of roughly $60 million equates to about 1.5x trailing twelve-month Adjusted EBITDA, after reducing total debt by approximately $4.9 million in the fourth quarter.

What were Proficient Auto Logistics’ key non-GAAP metrics and margins in 2025?

For 2025, Proficient Auto Logistics reported Adjusted EBITDA of $40.2 million and an Adjusted EBITDA Margin of 9.3%, compared with 10.5% in 2024. Adjusted Operating Ratio worsened to 97.5% from 95.0%, reflecting higher costs and depreciation relative to revenue.

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