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Dec 31, 2024

Expeditors Q4 2024 Earnings Report

Expeditors reported strong financial performance in Q4 2024 with significant revenue and earnings growth.

Key Takeaways

Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. reported a 30% year-over-year revenue increase to $2.95 billion in Q4 2024. Net income grew 49% to $236 million, while operating income surged 51% to $301 million. EPS rose 54% to $1.68. Strong demand in Asia and e-commerce-driven airfreight helped drive performance.

Revenue increased 30% year-over-year to $2.95 billion.

Net income grew 49% to $236 million.

Operating income surged 51% to $301 million.

EPS increased 54% to $1.68.

Total Revenue
$2.95B
Previous year: $2.28B
+29.7%
EPS
$1.68
Previous year: $1.09
+54.1%
Airfreight tonnage
11%
Previous year: -3%
-466.7%
Ocean container volume
14%
Previous year: -10%
-240.0%
Gross Profit
$2.95B
Previous year: $333M
+786.8%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.15B
Previous year: $1.51B
-24.1%
Free Cash Flow
$240M
Previous year: $148M
+62.3%
Total Assets
$4.75B
Previous year: $4.52B
+5.1%

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Forward Guidance

Expeditors remains cautious about future demand due to geopolitical risks and regulatory changes but expects continued opportunities in freight forwarding.

Positive Outlook

  • Strong demand for e-commerce and technology-related logistics.
  • Airfreight demand remains robust despite volatile conditions.
  • Increased customs activity supports revenue growth.
  • Company remains flexible in navigating disruptions.
  • Operational efficiency remains above 30% target.

Challenges Ahead

  • Geopolitical uncertainties impacting ocean transit routes.
  • Potential changes in U.S. de minimis regulations.
  • Continued inflationary pressures on transportation costs.
  • Limited visibility into air and ocean capacity trends.
  • Disruptions in Red Sea affecting supply chains.

Revenue & Expenses

Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income