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Dec 31, 2024

ZTO Express Q4 2024 Earnings Report

ZTO Express reported its fourth-quarter 2024 financial results, achieving strong revenue and adjusted net income growth.

Key Takeaways

ZTO Express delivered a robust performance in Q4 2024 with revenues reaching $1,770,000,000, a 21.7% increase year-over-year. Adjusted net income rose to $374,500,000, supported by an 11.0% growth in parcel volume and improved pricing. Operating income grew by 25.3%, while cost efficiencies and productivity enhancements contributed to higher margins.

Revenue increased by 21.7% year-over-year to $1,770,000,000.

Adjusted net income rose by 23.4% to $374,500,000.

Operating income increased by 25.3% to $473,100,000.

Parcel volume grew by 11.0% to 9.665 billion units.

Total Revenue
$1.77B
Previous year: $1.47B
+20.5%
EPS
$0.45
Previous year: $0.38
+18.4%
Parcel volume
9.67B
Previous year: 8.71B
+11.0%
Line-haul transport cost
$536M
Previous year: $543M
-1.2%
Sorting hub cost
$348M
Previous year: $309M
+12.7%
Gross Profit
$515M
Previous year: $433M
+19.0%
Cash and Equivalents
$1.84B
Previous year: $2.89B
-36.1%
Free Cash Flow
$385M
Previous year: $6.83B
-94.4%
Total Assets
$12.7B
Previous year: $12.5B
+1.4%

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Forward Guidance

For 2025, ZTO Express expects parcel volume to grow between 20% and 24%, supported by strategic investments and continued focus on quality and efficiency.

Positive Outlook

  • Expected parcel volume growth of 20%-24%.
  • Continued cost productivity improvements.
  • Strong e-commerce demand in China.
  • Increased automation and infrastructure enhancements.
  • Robust financial position enabling further expansion.

Challenges Ahead

  • Persistent pricing pressure in parcel unit pricing.
  • Macroeconomic uncertainties affecting consumer spending.
  • Rising last-mile delivery costs.
  • Potential competitive market dynamics.
  • Higher costs for serving enterprise customers.

Revenue & Expenses

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