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Old Dominion Freight Line Inc. reported fourth-quarter 2025 results on Feb. 4-5, 2026, that beat modestly on earnings while showing weaker volumes.
Revenue was $1.31 billion, down 5.7% year-on-year, and diluted EPS was $1.09 versus consensus $1.06.
The company’s operating ratio rose to 76.7% (up 80 basis points) as overhead costs rose amid lower revenue; LTL tons per day fell 10.7% year-on-year while LTL revenue per hundredweight increased 5.6% (4.9% excluding fuel). Cash flow from operations was $310.2 million in Q4 and $1.4 billion for the year; Q4 capex was $45.7 million and full-year capex totaled $415 million with 2026 guidance around $265 million.
Management raised the quarterly dividend to $0.29 and returned capital via $730.3 million of share repurchases in 2025.
Shares reacted positively, rising intraday after the release, while analysts issued mixed responses: several firms raised price targets (Jefferies to $195; TD Cowen to $180; Morgan Stanley maintained/raised targets), and some downgraded or cut targets (Robert W. Baird to underperform at $204). Institutions continued to shift positions, with notable stakes reported from Norges Bank, Goldman Sachs funds and others.























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