Pitney Bowes Inc. - PBI STOCK NEWS

Pitney Bowes (NYSE: PBI), a global shipping and mailing company, announced it has obtained FedRAMP authorization for its SendPro 360 platform, enhancing data security for federal clients. This authorization validates the company's commitment to providing secure cloud services and follows a rigorous two-and-a-half year evaluation process. The platform offers federal clients secure access to advanced mailing technologies and analytics. With this achievement, Pitney Bowes joins the ranks of other authorized companies like IBM and Google, illustrating its dedication to innovation and robust security.

American Eagle Outfitters (NYSE: AEO) announced a new partnership with Pitney Bowes (NYSE: PBI) through its subsidiary Quiet Platforms. This collaboration enhances logistics capabilities, providing faster delivery services to optimize supply chains. Brent Beabout, President of Quiet Platforms, emphasized the efficiency gains for retailers, while Pitney Bowes aims to innovate supply chain solutions. Quiet Platforms, formed from AEO's acquisitions, aims to support small and midsized retailers with a shared supply chain model that reduces costs and improves sustainability.

Pitney Bowes reported a record US parcel volume increase of 6% in 2021, totaling 21.5 billion parcels. Carrier revenues surged by 16% year-over-year, reaching $188 billion. Notably, UPS held the highest share with 37% of carrier revenue. The report indicates continued growth in parcel volume, projected to hit between 25-40 billion by 2027, with a 5%-10% CAGR from 2022-2027. The resilience of the shipping industry amid pandemic challenges underscores the growing consumer reliance on online shopping.

Pitney Bowes has launched a new Presort Services Mega Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, spanning 175,000 square feet, making it their largest facility to date for processing mail. This center will handle First-Class™ Letters, Marketing Mail®, and Bound Printed Matter all in one location, enhancing operational efficiencies. It aims to serve mail volumes from surrounding states, employing over 200 full-time workers. In 2021, Pitney Bowes processed more than 17 billion pieces of mail and parcels, showcasing its position as the largest workshare partner of the USPS®.

Pitney Bowes (NYSE:PBI) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share, scheduled for payment on June 8, 2022. This dividend will benefit stockholders recorded as of May 23, 2022. As a global shipping and mailing company, Pitney Bowes serves a vast clientele, including over 90% of the Fortune 500, providing technology, logistics, and financial services. This move signals the company's commitment to returning value to its shareholders amidst its operational activities.

Pitney Bowes (PBI) reported Q1 2022 revenue of $927 million, a 1% increase year-over-year. GAAP EPS was $0.12, while adjusted EPS rose to $0.08 from $0.07 in Q1 2021. Global Ecommerce saw margin expansion, marking its highest quarterly gross margin. Presort Services revenue grew 12%, driven by improved net revenue per piece, though SendTech experienced a 3% decline. The company reduced debt by $99 million and anticipates low-to-mid single-digit revenue growth for the year, with cash flow levels similar to 2021.

Pitney Bowes (NYSE:PBI) has unveiled a new portfolio of ecommerce logistics services aimed at enhancing operations for direct-to-consumer brands and retailers. This offering includes Designed Delivery, Designed Returns, Designed Cross-Border, and Designed Fulfillment, utilizing advanced analytics and machine learning. The new solutions are tailored to meet the evolving needs of ecommerce shippers, improving flexibility and operational efficiency while addressing challenges created by the pandemic-driven surge in online shopping.

Pitney Bowes (NYSE: PBI) has signed a new credit facility for Medgluv, Inc., a healthcare supply company headquartered in Florida. The funding aims to boost working capital and meet the rising demand for PPE and disposable medical gloves, which surged over the past two years.

Medgluv's revenue increased by over 600% from 2019 to 2021, reflecting robust growth during the COVID-19 pandemic. Although shipping and logistics costs have risen, the new facility offers flexible capital that enhances cash flow, crucial for their growth trajectory.