Old Dominion Freight Line reported a strong start to 2022, achieving record revenue and earnings per diluted share in the first quarter. The company's revenue increased by 32.9%, driven by a 17.4% increase in LTL revenue per hundredweight and a 12.0% increase in LTL tons per day. The operating ratio improved to a record 72.9% for the first quarter, reflecting improvements in freight density and yield.
Revenue increased by 32.9% due primarily to a 17.4% increase in LTL revenue per hundredweight and a 12.0% increase in LTL tons per day.
Operating ratio improved 320 basis points to 72.9%, a new Company record for the first quarter.
Net cash provided by operating activities was $388.7 million.
The Company utilized $438.4 million of cash for its share repurchase program, including a $400.0 million accelerated share repurchase agreement, and paid $34.2 million in cash dividends during the quarter.
Old Dominion expects to continue investing in its network capacity and OD Family of employees to support long-term growth initiatives and produce further profitable growth and increased shareholder value.
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