Matson reported a strong third quarter, exceeding expectations with higher year-over-year operating income in both Ocean Transportation and Logistics segments. The China service was the primary driver of the increase in consolidated operating income year-over-year. The company is raising its outlook for Full Year 2024 Consolidated Operating Income.
EPS reached $5.89, compared to $3.40 in Q3 2023.
Net Income was $199.1 million, up from $119.9 million in Q3 2023.
Consolidated Operating Income increased to $242.3 million, versus $132.1 million in Q3 2023.
Approximately 0.4 million shares were repurchased during the quarter.
The Company expects Matson’s consolidated fourth quarter 2024 operating income to be meaningfully higher than the $75.3 million achieved in the fourth quarter 2023.