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Jun 30, 2020

C.H. Robinson Q2 2020 Earnings Report

C.H. Robinson's financial performance declined due to lower pricing and margins in truckload services, but was supported by growth in Global Forwarding and cost reduction efforts.

Key Takeaways

C.H. Robinson's second quarter results showed a decrease in total revenues and net revenues, primarily driven by lower pricing in truckload services. However, the company managed to deliver solid performance across all business units and made progress on strategic initiatives. The company's strong balance sheet and liquidity position them well to navigate economic uncertainty.

Total revenues decreased by 7.2% to $3.6 billion.

Net revenues decreased by 11.6% to $614.5 million.

Diluted earnings per share (EPS) decreased by 13.1% to $1.06.

Cash flow from operations increased by 124.0% to $447.1 million.

Total Revenue
$3.63B
Previous year: $3.91B
-7.2%
EPS
$1.06
Previous year: $1.22
-13.1%
Operating Margin
30.7%
Previous year: 32.7%
-6.1%
Gross Profit
$615M
Previous year: $356M
+72.5%
Cash and Equivalents
$362M
Previous year: $355M
+2.0%
Free Cash Flow
$443M
Previous year: $191M
+131.6%
Total Assets
$4.83B
Previous year: $4.68B
+3.0%

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Forward Guidance

C.H. Robinson remains committed to its role in the global supply chain and will balance short- and long-term cost reduction efforts with continued investments in technology. The company is focused on providing best-in-class service, growing market share, and driving transformation to emerge stronger from the current uncertainty.

Positive Outlook

  • Committed to delivering critical and essential goods and services.
  • Balancing short- and long-term cost reduction efforts.
  • Continuing investments in technology.
  • Committed to providing best-in-class service to customers.
  • Continuing to grow market share.

Challenges Ahead

  • Uncertainty in the freight market.
  • Uncertainty in the broader economy.
  • Balancing cost reduction with long-term value creation.
  • Navigating the economic recovery.
  • Emerging from this time of uncertainty.

Revenue & Expenses

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