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Jun 30, 2021
Expeditors Q2 2021 Earnings Report
Expeditors' Q2 2021 earnings significantly increased due to unprecedented volumes and elevated buy/sell rates.
Key Takeaways
Expeditors International of Washington reported a strong second quarter in 2021, with a 69% increase in EPS to $1.84, a 72% increase in net earnings to $316 million, and a 66% increase in operating income to $411 million. Revenues increased by 50% to $3.6 billion, driven by a 37% increase in airfreight tonnage and a 34% increase in ocean container volume.
Diluted EPS increased 69% to $1.84.
Net earnings attributable to shareholders increased 72% to $316 million.
Operating income increased 66% to $411 million.
Revenues increased 50% to $3.6 billion.
Revenue by Segment
Forward Guidance
Expeditors anticipates no meaningful improvements to the operating environment for the remainder of the year, with demand continuing to outstrip capacity in both air and ocean markets, keeping buy/sell rates unsettled for at least the duration of 2021.
Positive Outlook
- The company will continue to do all that it can to help its customers during such difficult times.
- The company remains optimistic that conditions will improve over time.
- The company will continue to make important investments in people.
- The company will continue to invest in processes and technology.
- The company will invest in strategic efforts to explore new areas for profitable growth.
Challenges Ahead
- The global infrastructure for moving freight seems nearly stretched to its limit.
- Robust demand is bumping up against capacity constraints in the air and ocean markets.
- There are limited warehouse space and staffing constraints.
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