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C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. (symbol: CHRW) is a leading global third-party logistics (3PL) provider, recognized for its comprehensive supply chain solutions and innovative logistics services. The company specializes in simplifying global supply chains and helping businesses understand their landed costs. By leveraging the expertise of supply chain engineers and logistics professionals, C.H. Robinson offers practical solutions that enhance the competitiveness of companies of all sizes.
C.H. Robinson's core services include local truck transportation, global supply chain management systems, produce sourcing, and logistics outsourcing. The company integrates advanced technology to help businesses manage their supply chain spend effectively. This technology collects data from various points across the supply chain, providing businesses with critical global supply chain visibility and insights.
As a non-asset-based third-party logistics provider, C.H. Robinson focuses significantly on domestic freight brokerage, which constitutes approximately 61% of its net revenue. This segment primarily involves truck brokerage but also includes rail intermodal services. Additionally, the company's air and ocean forwarding division, which makes up 27% of net revenue, has expanded through both organic growth and strategic acquisitions. The remainder of the company's revenue comes from its European truck-brokerage division, transportation management services, and its legacy produce-sourcing operations.
Recent achievements of C.H. Robinson include various strategic partnerships and enhancements to its technology platform, aimed at providing clients with even greater efficiency and cost savings. The company's continued focus on innovation and customer-centric solutions has solidified its position as a trusted partner in the logistics industry.
C.H. Robinson reported Q1 2024 financial results with gross profits decreasing by 4.5% year-over-year to $647.5 million. Income from operations decreased by 21.1% year-over-year but increased by 18.3% sequentially. Adjusted EPS decreased by 14.0% year-over-year to $0.86. The new Lean-based operating model is bringing more structure and discipline to decision-making. The NAST segment saw a 9.2% decrease in total revenues and a 6.9% decrease in adjusted gross profits. The Global Forwarding segment experienced an 8.7% increase in total revenues and a 1.2% increase in adjusted gross profits.