Ryder Sys Stock Price, News & Analysis

Ryder (NYSE: R) was named a Top 10 3PL in the 2025 Inbound Logistics Readers’ Choice Excellence Awards for the fourth consecutive year, selected by 12,500 supply chain professionals for excellence in customer support, innovation, and operational execution.

The company is described as a $12.6 billion fully integrated, port-to-door transportation and logistics provider operating across more than 20 industries. Ryder highlighted $1.7 billion in strategic investments since 2018 and a three‑pronged AI strategy (platform integration, corporate venture investments, and partnerships) to drive predictive insights, automation, and optimization.

Ryder (NYSE:R) has opened a new 7,000-square-foot commercial truck rental and maintenance facility in Lebanon, Tennessee, approximately 20 miles east of Nashville. The facility features five maintenance bays and is strategically located near I-40 and Highway 109.

The expansion comes as Lebanon ranks as the 12th fastest-growing city in the U.S., with an 8.9% population growth from 2023 to 2024. The location will benefit from the upcoming 198-acre industrial park development, The Cubes at Sparta Pike, which will add 2.8 million square feet of logistics-ready space.

The facility offers integrated technology, including the RyderGyde fleet management platform for real-time fleet visibility and shop status updates, serving the growing logistics corridor in the Southeast.

Ryder System (NYSE: R) has been named "Cross Dock Supplier of the Year" by Toyota North America for the second consecutive year. The recognition was awarded during Toyota's 2025 Annual Supplier Conference in Plano, Texas, highlighting Ryder's operational excellence at its San Luis Potosi, Mexico cross dock facility.

The selection was based on key performance indicators including safety, quality, productivity, and cost savings. Ryder's nearly 40-year relationship with Toyota involves supporting manufacturing locations across North America with over-the-road and cross-border transportation services, managing more than 320,000 cross-border freight movements annually.

Ryder System (NYSE: R) has released its 11th annual e-commerce consumer study, revealing significant shifts in U.S. shopping behaviors for 2025. The comprehensive research shows that 94% of shoppers prioritize cost savings, with free shipping (76%), holiday discounts (64%), and free returns (31%) being the primary purchase drivers.

Key findings demonstrate that scheduled delivery has nearly doubled in importance compared to fast shipping, while 48% of consumers are increasingly comparison shopping to combat inflation. The study highlights strong omnichannel preferences, with 74% planning to shop in-store, 73% on e-commerce marketplaces, and 70% on store/brand websites during the 2025 holiday season.

Benchmark Electronics (NYSE:BHE) has appointed Charles "Chuck" Swoboda to its Board of Directors. Swoboda, the former Chairman and CEO of Cree, Inc., brings over 30 years of technology, innovation, and manufacturing experience. During his tenure at Cree, he transformed the company from a $177 million R&D business into a $1.6 billion global semiconductor and LED lighting leader.

Under his leadership at Cree, Swoboda fostered innovation, launched thousands of products, and helped secure over 5,000 patents, including 24 as a co-inventor. He currently serves on Ryder System's board and has held positions at various technology companies. Swoboda is also an author and serves as Innovator-in-Residence at Marquette University.

Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R) has crowned Kyle Walton of Bristol, PA as its 2025 Top Technician, awarding him a $50,000 grand prize at the company's 24th annual Top Tech Skills Competition. The event, held at the Minneapolis Convention Center, featured ten finalists selected from Ryder's 5,000 U.S. and Canada-based technicians.

The competition included ten timed stations testing advanced diagnostics in various systems. Jean-Sébastien Houle from Boucherville, Quebec and Oscar Perez from Pomona, CA secured second and third places respectively, with all finalists receiving $10,000 cash prizes. The event showcased the technical expertise required to maintain Ryder's fleet of 250,000 commercial vehicles.

Ryder System (NYSE: R) reported strong Q2 2025 results with GAAP EPS of $3.15, up 11% year-over-year, and comparable EPS of $3.32. Total revenue remained steady at $3.2 billion, while operating revenue grew 2% to $2.6 billion.

The company's Supply Chain Solutions segment achieved record earnings for the ninth consecutive quarter, while Fleet Management Solutions saw contractual earnings growth offset by weaker used vehicle sales. Dedicated Transportation Solutions earnings increased slightly despite lower fleet count.

Ryder increased its 2025 free cash flow forecast by $500 million to $900M-$1B and maintains full-year guidance with comparable EPS of $12.85-$13.30. The company announced a 12% dividend increase and has reduced share count by 21% since 2021.

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Ryder System (NYSE: R) has announced a 12% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.91 per share, up from $0.81. The dividend will be paid on September 19, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 18, 2025.

This marks Ryder's 196th consecutive quarterly dividend payment, representing over 49 years of uninterrupted dividends. CEO Robert Sanchez attributes this increase to the company's improved profitability and better returns, allowing for dividend growth aligned with their enhanced earnings performance.