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JB Hunt Stock Breaks Out After First Sales Gain Since 2022

APARNA NARAYANAN

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J.B. Hunt Transport Services reported Q1 earnings of $1.49 per share, a 27% year-over-year increase, marking its third consecutive quarter of accelerating profit growth. Revenue climbed 5% year-over-year, the company’s first sales gain since 2022, driven by rising intermodal freight volumes. The stock surged past a key buy point Thursday after a year-long rally, reflecting investor optimism about a recovery in the struggling intermodal shipping sector. Analysts cite the earnings beat as a potential sign of broader transportation industry stabilization after prolonged downturns in freight demand. The results align with market trends showing cautious recovery in logistics, though broader economic risks remain a factor for sustained growth.

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Hunt Transport Services (JBHT) beat earnings estimates for the first quarter late Wednesday as intermodal volumes rose. JBHT stock topped a buy point Thursday morning after a big rally in the past year. The transportation company reported earnings rose 27% vs. a year earlier to $1.49 per share, the third straight quarter of accelerating growth. Revenue rose 5% to… 9:58 AM ET Alissa Coram and Ken Shreve walk through Thursday's market action and discuss key stocks to watch in Stock Market Today. 9:58 AM ET Alissa Coram and Ken Shreve walk through Thursday's market action... Get instant access to exclusive stock lists, expert market analysis and powerful tools with 2 months of IBD Digital for only $20!Get market updates, educational videos, webinars, and stock analysis.Learn how you can make more money with IBD's investing tools, top-performing stock lists, and educational content.Information in Investor’s Business Daily is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as an offer, recommendation, solicitation, or rating to buy or sell securities. The information has been obtained from sources we believe to be reliable, but we make no guarantee as to its accuracy, timeliness, or suitability, including with respect to information that appears in closed captioning. Historical investment performances are no indication or guarantee of future success or performance. Authors/presenters may own the stocks they discuss. We make no representations or warranties regarding the advisability of investing in any particular securities or utilizing any specific investment strategies. Information is subject to change without notice. For information on use of our services, please see our Terms of Use.*Real-time prices by Nasdaq Last Sale. Real-time quote and/or trade prices are not sourced from all markets. Ownership data provided by LSEG and Estimate data provided by FactSet.IBD, IBD Digital, IBD Live, IBD Weekly, Investor's Business Daily, Leaderboard, MarketDiem, MarketSurge and other marks are trademarks owned by Investor's Business Daily, LLC.©2026 Investor’s Business Daily, LLC.

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