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Dec 31, 2024
Ryder Q4 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Ryder reported strong fourth-quarter earnings, with GAAP EPS increasing to $3.11 and non-GAAP EPS rising to $3.45. Revenue grew 5% year-over-year to $3.19 billion, driven by acquisitions and segment growth. Operating income improved, particularly in the Supply Chain and Dedicated Transportation segments.
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Forward Guidance
Ryder expects continued momentum in contractual business segments, driving earnings growth in 2025. The high-end forecast assumes contractual earnings growth and modest rental demand recovery.
Positive Outlook
- 2025 Comparable EPS forecasted between $13.00 - $14.00
- Adjusted ROE expected to improve to 17% - 18%
- Operating revenue projected to grow by approximately 2%
- Net cash from operations expected to reach $2.5 billion
- Free cash flow forecasted between $300M - $400M
Challenges Ahead
- Uncertainty in rental demand improvement
- Weakness in used vehicle sales may persist
- Debt-to-equity expected to remain elevated at ~240%
- Continued inflationary pressures impacting operating costs
- Potential impact of global supply chain disruptions
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income