UPS Q4 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
UPS reported a strong fourth quarter in 2021, with consolidated revenues increasing by 11.5% to $27.8 billion. The company's operating profit saw a significant rise of 91.0%, reaching $3.9 billion. Diluted earnings per share stood at $3.52, and adjusted diluted earnings per share increased by 35.0% over the previous year to $3.59.
Consolidated revenues increased by 11.5% year-over-year to $27.8 billion.
Consolidated operating profit rose by 91.0% to $3.9 billion, or 37.7% on an adjusted basis.
Diluted EPS reached $3.52, with adjusted diluted EPS up 35.0% over the prior year at $3.59.
The Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $1.52 per share, a 49% increase over the prior year.
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Forward Guidance
UPS anticipates delivering its 2023 consolidated revenue and operating margin targets one year ahead of schedule. For the full year 2022, the company projects consolidated revenue of approximately $102 billion, an adjusted operating margin of about 13.7%, and an adjusted return on invested capital exceeding 30%.
Positive Outlook
- Consolidated revenue of about $102 billion
- Adjusted operating margin of approximately 13.7%
- Adjusted return on invested capital to be above 30%
- Capital expenditures to be 5.4% of revenue or approximately $5.5 billion
- Share repurchases to be at least $1.0 billion
Challenges Ahead
- Effective tax rate is expected to be around 23.0%
- Uncertainty in the timing, amount or nature of any adjustments, which could be material in any period.
- Potential additional U.S. or international tax liabilities
- Potential claims or litigation related to labor and employment, personal injury, property damage, business practices, environmental liability and other matters
- Cyclical and seasonal fluctuations in operating results
Revenue & Expenses
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