C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc. saw its stock surge 5.55% in after-hours trading following the release of its fourth-quarter financial results.
The logistics company reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.23 for the quarter, surpassing the FactSet analyst consensus estimate of $1.12. This represents an increase from the $1.21 per share reported in the same period a year earlier. While quarterly revenue of $3.91 billion declined year-over-year and came in slightly below expectations, the strong bottom-line performance and a 7.1% rise in adjusted income from operations to $197.4 million were viewed positively by investors.
The company also highlighted cost optimization efforts, with operating expenses decreasing 9.5% and average employee headcount down 11.8% year-over-year. Additionally, management provided its capital expenditure outlook for the full year 2026.