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Mar 29
Landstar Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Landstar reported Q1 2025 results with a decline in EPS and revenue amid a supply chain fraud charge.
Key Takeaways
Landstar System posted weaker Q1 2025 results due to an unexpected $4.8 million pre-tax charge related to supply chain fraud, though truckload volume outpaced Q4 for the first time in 15 years.
EPS was $0.85, including a $0.10 per share impact from supply chain fraud.
Revenue totaled $1.153 billion, down from $1.171 billion YoY.
Net income declined to $29.8 million from $47.1 million YoY.
Truckloads hauled via van and platform equipment declined YoY, but other truck transport rose.
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Forward Guidance
Landstar anticipates continuing headwinds in freight volumes and rates, with cautious optimism around truckload activity and load counts.
Positive Outlook
- Truckload volume in Q1 exceeded Q4 for the first time in 15 years.
- Active cost recovery efforts underway for fraud-related losses.
- Dividend increased 11% QoQ.
- Strong cash position with $473 million in liquidity.
- Share repurchase program ongoing with authorization for 2.16M shares.
Challenges Ahead
- EPS impacted by $0.10 charge due to supply chain fraud.
- Insurance and claims costs unusually high at 9.3% of BCO revenue.
- Operating income declined to $39.4M from $60M YoY.
- Revenue per load fell 0.6% YoY.
- BCO contractor count decreased YoY, signaling capacity attrition.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income