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ArcBest Corporation

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ArcBest Corporation • NASDAQ
$64.17 ▲ 0.03% (+0.02)
Market Cap $1.44 B
52w High $115.76
52w Low $55.19
Dividend Yield 0.48%
P/E 15.24
Volume 136.09K
Outstanding Shares 22.51M

Income Statement

Period Revenue Operating Expense Net Income Net Profit Margin Earnings Per Share EBITDA
Q3-2025 $1.048B ▲ $993.51M ▲ $39.274M ▲ 3.747% ▲ $1.71 ▲ $91.642M ▲
Q2-2025 $1.022B ▲ $46.805M ▼ $25.809M ▲ 2.525% ▲ $1.12 ▲ $79.85M ▲
Q1-2025 $967.077M ▼ $48.879M ▲ $3.131M ▼ 0.324% ▼ $0.14 ▼ $46.893M ▼
Q4-2024 $1.002B ▼ $44.593M ▲ $29.035M ▼ 2.899% ▼ $1.24 ▼ $79.22M ▼
Q3-2024 $1.063B $-42.967M $100.314M 9.436% $4.25 $175.596M

Balance Statement

Period Cash & Short-term Total Assets Total Liabilities Total Equity
Q3-2025 $132.627M ▼ $2.501B ▲ $1.178B ▲ $1.323B ▲
Q2-2025 $139.675M ▲ $2.467B ▲ $1.167B ▲ $1.3B ▲
Q1-2025 $98.674M ▼ $2.407B ▼ $1.112B ▼ $1.295B ▼
Q4-2024 $157.203M ▼ $2.43B ▲ $1.115B ▲ $1.314B ▲
Q3-2024 $191.1M $2.414B $1.107B $1.307B

Cash Flow Statement

Period Net Income Cash From Operations Cash From Investing Cash From Financing Net Change Free Cash Flow
Q3-2025 $39.274M ▲ $98.18M ▼ $-20.566M ▲ $-71.884M ▼ $5.73M ▼ $39.45M ▼
Q2-2025 $25.809M ▲ $108.432M ▲ $-27.764M ▼ $-39.916M ▼ $40.752M ▲ $84.07M ▲
Q1-2025 $3.131M ▼ $-22.321M ▼ $-9.133M ▲ $-21.868M ▲ $-53.322M ▼ $-36.844M ▼
Q4-2024 $29.035M ▼ $56.798M ▼ $-37.828M ▲ $-41.987M ▲ $-23.017M ▲ $-926K ▼
Q3-2024 $100.314M $88.846M $-62.372M $-91.603M $-65.129M $19.258M

Revenue by Products

Product Q4-2024Q1-2025Q2-2025Q3-2025
Asset Based Segment
Asset Based Segment
 $660.00M ▲$650.00M ▼$710.00M ▲$730.00M ▲

Five-Year Company Overview

Income Statement

Income Statement ArcBest’s sales and profits climbed strongly through 2021 and peaked in 2022, then stepped down in 2023 and 2024 as the freight market cooled. Even with this slowdown, the company remains clearly profitable. Margins are lower than at the peak but still healthy enough to show that costs are being managed reasonably well. Earnings per share have fallen from their high point, reflecting a more challenging environment rather than a broken business model. Overall, the income statement tells a story of a cyclical, asset-heavy business that did very well in the boom and is now holding its ground in a softer freight cycle.

Balance Sheet

Balance Sheet The balance sheet looks solid and fairly conservative. Total assets have been steady, suggesting a stable operating base. Debt levels are moderate and have not been ramping up, while shareholder equity has grown over time, which typically points to retained profits and a stronger financial foundation. Cash balances move around year to year, but there is no obvious sign of strain. In simple terms, ArcBest appears to be funding its growth without overloading on debt, giving it some resilience if conditions stay tough.

Cash Flow

Cash Flow ArcBest consistently generates cash from its operations, even in weaker years, which is a key strength for a cyclical trucking and logistics business. Free cash flow has stayed positive, but it has tightened as the company has stepped up spending on equipment, technology, and infrastructure. This pattern suggests deliberate investment for the future rather than cash flow problems. The main watchpoint is that continued heavy investment during a prolonged downturn could squeeze flexibility, but so far the cash profile looks disciplined and sustainable.

Competitive Edge

Competitive Edge ArcBest competes in a crowded, price-sensitive industry, but it has carved out a differentiated spot. Its combination of a traditional less‑than‑truckload network with an asset‑light logistics platform lets it serve customers as a one‑stop logistics partner. Long-standing relationships, with a large share of revenue coming from decade‑plus customers, point to trust and switching costs that help defend its position. Specialized offerings like expedited shipping and residential moving further set it apart. Still, the company faces intense competition from other well‑run carriers and logistics providers, so maintaining service quality and price discipline remains critical.

Innovation and R&D

Innovation and R&D ArcBest is leaning heavily into technology as a key differentiator. Its Vaux suite—covering autonomous forklifts, faster loading systems, and real‑time freight visibility—aims to make handling freight faster, safer, and more data‑rich. On top of that, AI‑driven pricing, routing, and handheld tools are meant to sharpen efficiency and improve profitability per shipment. The planned ArcBest View digital platform should tighten customer integration across services. These initiatives could deepen the company’s moat if adoption is strong, but they also require meaningful investment and flawless execution in an industry that can be slow to change.

Summary

ArcBest looks like a well‑run, cyclical logistics company transitioning from a traditional trucking carrier toward a technology‑enabled, integrated logistics provider. Financially, it has moved from a period of exceptional profits into a more normal, softer phase, but it remains profitable with a balanced, not over‑levered, balance sheet and dependable cash generation. Strategically, its integrated model, long‑tenured customers, and distinctive tech initiatives give it clear opportunities to grow value over the long run. Key risks revolve around the freight cycle, competitive pricing pressure, cost inflation, and whether its technology and digital platforms deliver the expected efficiency and revenue gains at scale.

NEWS

November 5, 2025 · 6:00 AM UTC

ArcBest Announces Third Quarter 2025 Results

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October 31, 2025 · 4:05 PM UTC

ArcBest Announces Appointment of Chris Sultemeier to Board of Directors

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October 31, 2025 · 12:01 PM UTC

ArcBest Declares a $0.12/Share Quarterly Dividend

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October 2, 2025 · 11:04 AM UTC

ArcBest Announces Its Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call

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September 29, 2025 · 3:15 PM UTC

ArcBest Highlights Strategic Pillars and Long-Term Financial Targets at 2025 Investor Day

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