Marten Transport reported a decrease in net income for the second quarter of 2024, impacted by a freight market recession, inflationary operating costs, and freight rate reductions. While facing these challenges, the dedicated, brokerage, and MRTN de Mexico operations showed relative strength.
Net income decreased to $7.9 million, or 10 cents per diluted share, compared to $21.9 million, or 27 cents per diluted share in Q2 2023.
Operating revenue was $246.2 million, down from $285.7 million in the same quarter last year.
Operating income was $10.0 million, compared to $28.2 million in Q2 2023.
The company is focused on minimizing the impact of the freight market and capitalizing on organic growth opportunities.
Marten Transport anticipates capitalizing on profitable organic growth opportunities and sees increased interest by customers to secure dedicated capacity.
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