Equity Profile

JBHT

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.

IndustrialsCargo Ground Transportation$26.5B

Jul14Tue

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$1.71

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to grow its business and capture market demand, which is vital in the competitive transportation industry.

$3.2B

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JBHT Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is a major player in the cargo ground transportation sector, providing logistics and transportation services across North America. With a market cap of $25 billion, the company is influenced by trends in consumer spending and supply chain dynamics, making its performance critical for understanding broader economic conditions.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

-0.25%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.55%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, J.B. Hunt reported an EPS of $1.49, slightly beating expectations. However, the stock reacted negatively, dropping 2.37% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect J.B. Hunt to report solid earnings this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $1.71. The market is closely watching how the company navigates current economic conditions.

Bull Case

If J.B. Hunt can exceed EPS expectations and show strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand in the transportation sector, boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses earnings estimates or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about demand and profitability, leading to a negative market reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.71

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$3.2B

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to grow its business and capture market demand, which is vital in the competitive transportation industry.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will J.B. Hunt achieve an EPS of $1.71 or better?

This specific EPS target is crucial as it reflects the company's ability to manage costs and respond to market demand.

What guidance will management provide regarding revenue growth?

Revenue growth is a key indicator of the company's health and its ability to capitalize on market opportunities.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate J.B. Hunt's ability to navigate current supply chain challenges, potentially leading to stronger-than-expected earnings.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, indicating heightened expectations.

The company's recent EPS surprises suggest a trend of outperforming estimates.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds $3.3B, it could significantly shift the market's perception of the company's performance.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on the company's ability to meet or exceed earnings expectations amidst fluctuating market conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.75 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.60 would raise concerns about profitability and market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±12.03%

Historical Avg

±1.6%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±12.0% while JBHT has averaged ±1.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

35.9%

Calls (15K)P/C Ratio: 0.21Puts (10K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 5 of 24 (21%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Industrials in the last 2 years. 19 of 24 (79%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.6%, with a raw directional average of +1.6% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If J.B. Hunt beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.6%, confirming a positive outlook for the company.

In-Line / Cautious

If the results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in management's commentary.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with historical patterns indicating a potential drop of around 0.14%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on operational efficiencies and cost management strategies.
2Insights into demand trends in the transportation sector.
3Management's outlook on supply chain challenges and their impact on operations.
4Details on any new contracts or partnerships that could drive growth.
5Guidance on future revenue expectations and market conditions.

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Company Snapshot

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Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

$1.71

Revenue

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to grow its business and capture market demand, which is vital in the competitive transportation industry.

$3.2B

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

JBHT Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

63%

Avg EPS Surprise

-0.25%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.55%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1 2026, J.B. Hunt reported an EPS of $1.49, slightly beating expectations. However, the stock reacted negatively, dropping 2.37% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect J.B. Hunt to report solid earnings this quarter, with a consensus EPS of $1.71. The market is closely watching how the company navigates current economic conditions.

Bull Case

If J.B. Hunt can exceed EPS expectations and show strong revenue growth, it could signal robust demand in the transportation sector, boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company misses earnings estimates or provides weak guidance, it could raise concerns about demand and profitability, leading to a negative market reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.71

Earnings per share is a key indicator of profitability and will show how well the company is managing costs and generating income.

Revenue

$3.2B

Total revenue reflects the company's ability to grow its business and capture market demand, which is vital in the competitive transportation industry.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will J.B. Hunt achieve an EPS of $1.71 or better?

This specific EPS target is crucial as it reflects the company's ability to manage costs and respond to market demand.

What guidance will management provide regarding revenue growth?

Revenue growth is a key indicator of the company's health and its ability to capitalize on market opportunities.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate J.B. Hunt's ability to navigate current supply chain challenges, potentially leading to stronger-than-expected earnings.

Supporting Evidence

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages, indicating heightened expectations.

The company's recent EPS surprises suggest a trend of outperforming estimates.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds $3.3B, it could significantly shift the market's perception of the company's performance.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance hinges on the company's ability to meet or exceed earnings expectations amidst fluctuating market conditions.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.75 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and demand.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.60 would raise concerns about profitability and market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±12.03%

Historical Avg

±1.6%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±12.0% while JBHT has averaged ±1.6% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.4%

30d HV

35.9%

Calls (15K)P/C Ratio: 0.21Puts (10K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Industrials

n=30

Fade rate: 5 of 24 (21%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If J.B. Hunt beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 1.6%, confirming a positive outlook for the company.

In-Line / Cautious

If the results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in management's commentary.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline, with historical patterns indicating a potential drop of around 0.14%.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on operational efficiencies and cost management strategies.
2Insights into demand trends in the transportation sector.
3Management's outlook on supply chain challenges and their impact on operations.
4Details on any new contracts or partnerships that could drive growth.
5Guidance on future revenue expectations and market conditions.