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Mar 31

Expeditors Q1 2025 Earnings Report

Expeditors reported increased revenue, net income, and EPS in Q1 2025 compared to the same quarter in 2024.

Key Takeaways

Expeditors posted strong Q1 2025 results with significant gains in revenue and profitability, driven by higher air and ocean freight volumes and strong performance across all business segments.

Revenue rose 21% year-over-year to $2.67 billion.

EPS increased 26% to $1.47 per share.

Net income grew 20% to $203.8 million.

Airfreight tonnage and ocean container volume rose 9% and 8%, respectively.

Total Revenue
$2.67B
Previous year: $2.21B
+20.8%
EPS
$1.47
Previous year: $1.17
+25.6%
Airfreight tonnage
1
Previous year: 0.92
+9.0%
Ocean container volume
1
Previous year: 0.93
+8.0%
Gross Profit
$417M
Previous year: $345M
+20.9%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.32B
Previous year: $1.37B
-3.8%
Total Assets
$4.76B
Previous year: $4.49B
+6.0%

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Expeditors Revenue by Segment

Expeditors Revenue by Geographic Location

Forward Guidance

Expeditors remains cautious amid geopolitical and economic uncertainty, noting potential volume declines, especially in China to U.S. ocean lanes, but remains confident in its ability to adapt.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong air and ocean demand observed in Q1
  • Well-positioned operational infrastructure globally
  • Continued customer engagement on shifting regulations
  • Effective cost and headcount management
  • Ongoing investments in cybersecurity and tech enhancements

Challenges Ahead

  • Uncertainty around de minimis law changes
  • Declining China to U.S. ocean volumes post-quarter
  • Tariff speculation may impact shipping demand
  • Volatile air capacity and freight rates
  • Potential inability of carriers to manage capacity/demand imbalances

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income