Ryder Q3 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Ryder System, Inc. reported a strong third quarter in 2021, with GAAP EPS of $2.58 compared to $0.85 in the prior year and a comparable EPS (non-GAAP) of $2.55 versus $1.21 in the prior year. Total revenue reached $2.5 billion and operating revenue (non-GAAP) was $2.0 billion, representing increases of 14% and 11% respectively, driven by growth across all business segments. The company has increased its full-year EPS forecast and expects to achieve an adjusted ROE of 18% - 19%.
GAAP EPS from continuing operations was $2.58, compared to $0.85 in the prior year.
Comparable EPS (non-GAAP) from continuing operations was $2.55, compared to $1.21 in the prior year.
Total revenue reached $2.5 billion, and operating revenue (non-GAAP) was $2.0 billion, up 14% and 11%, respectively.
The company increased GAAP EPS forecast to $8.60 - $8.70 from $7.40 - $7.70.
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Forward Guidance
Ryder provided full year 2021 and fourth quarter 2021 forecasts. FY21 GAAP EPS is projected to be $8.60 - $8.70, and comparable EPS (non-GAAP) is expected to be $8.40 - $8.50. The company anticipates an ROE of 18% - 19% and free cash flow of $1.0B - $1.1B. For the fourth quarter, GAAP EPS is forecasted at $2.27 - $2.37, and comparable EPS (non-GAAP) is forecasted at $2.36 - $2.46.
Positive Outlook
- Increased GAAP EPS forecast to $8.60 - $8.70 from $7.40 - $7.70
- Increased comparable EPS (non-GAAP) forecast to $8.40 - $8.50 from $7.20 - $7.50
- Expect to achieve adjusted ROE of 18% - 19%
- Maintained cash flow from operating activities forecast of $2.2 billion
- Increased free cash flow (non-GAAP) forecast to $1.0 billion - $1.1 billion
Challenges Ahead
- Labor shortages are affecting current results in DTS and SCS.
- Supply chain disruptions are impacting SCS automotive customers.
- Unallocated Central Support Services (CSS) costs increased to $17 million from $8 million in the prior year, primarily due to higher compensation-related expenses.
- Effective income tax rate from continuing operations was 24.3% as compared to 17.7% in the prior year.
- Year-to-date operating cash flow remained at $1.7 billion, reflecting higher earnings, offset by higher working capital needs.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income