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XPO, Inc. (NYSE: XPO) is widely covered in financial and industry news as an asset-based less-than-truckload (LTL) freight transportation company in North America with additional transportation operations in Europe. News about XPO often centers on its LTL performance metrics, technology initiatives and corporate developments, reflecting its role in the transportation and warehousing sector.
Investors following XPO news will see regular coverage of quarterly earnings results and operating data updates. The company releases detailed segment information for its North American LTL and European Transportation businesses, including revenue, operating income, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted operating ratio and key operating metrics such as shipments per day, tonnage per day and yield. These updates are typically accompanied by management commentary on freight conditions, pricing and productivity.
XPO’s news flow also includes Regulation FD disclosures and Form 8-K filings that furnish earnings press releases, investor presentations and preliminary operating metrics. These items give additional context on how the company views its performance, the use of non-GAAP measures and its expectations for the LTL segment.
Beyond financial results, XPO issues news on governance and leadership changes, such as board transitions and updates to executive roles. The company also highlights community and industry recognition, including its ongoing partnerships with Truckers Against Trafficking and Susan G. Komen 3-Day walks, as well as its repeated inclusion in the FreightTech 100 list.
By monitoring this news page, readers can review XPO’s earnings announcements, operating updates, governance disclosures and community initiatives in one place, using the flow of company communications to understand how its LTL and European transportation businesses are evolving over time.
XPO Logistics, Inc. announced the appointment of Karlis Kirsis as chief legal officer for its forthcoming spin-off company, GXO Logistics. Kirsis, who has been with XPO since 2016, will oversee legal and compliance functions for GXO, which is set to become the largest pure-play contract logistics provider globally upon its launch on August 2, 2021. The spin-off aims to create two independent companies, enhancing strategic focus and investment opportunities in their respective sectors. GXO will benefit from trends in e-commerce and logistics outsourcing.
XPO Logistics has been recognized as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Third-Party Logistics for the sixth time in 2021. The report highlights XPO's extensive service offerings and global footprint, demonstrating its ability to execute and fulfill customer needs across various industries. CEO Malcolm Wilson emphasized the company's focus on delivering smart supply chains through automation. XPO is preparing to spin off its logistics segment, GXO Logistics, on August 2, 2021, establishing two independent entities each targeting distinct markets.
XPO Logistics, Inc. has announced the spin-off of its logistics segment into a new entity, GXO Logistics, Inc., which will create two independent public companies. The distribution of GXO shares to XPO shareholders will occur on August 2, 2021, with record date set for July 23, 2021. Each XPO shareholder will receive one GXO share for every XPO share held. GXO aims to become the largest pure-play contract logistics provider, while XPO will maintain its focus on transportation services. The spin-off does not require shareholder approval and will take place under NYSE ticker symbols XPO and GXO.
XPO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: XPO) will conduct its second-quarter conference call on July 29, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. ET. The earnings report will be available post-market on July 28, 2021. Investors can access the call via a toll-free number, with a replay option lasting until August 29, 2021. XPO Logistics offers comprehensive supply chain solutions and serves over 50,000 customers globally, operating from 1,621 locations across 30 countries.
XPO Logistics has announced enhanced benefits for its driver training programs, effective immediately. Participants will receive full compensation and benefits during a seven-week training period, including 100% paid tuition worth $10,000. The training includes five weeks of classroom instruction and two weeks of on-the-job mentorship. Graduates will receive job offers upon completion and can access a generous benefits package from day one. XPO aims to increase its annual graduate numbers while hiring for over 2,000 positions across its network.
XPO Logistics announced a virtual Investor Day for its upcoming logistics segment spin-off, GXO Logistics, on July 13, 2021. Key executives, including Brad Jacobs and Malcolm Wilson, will present GXO’s investment highlights, operations, and growth prospects. XPO plans to complete the spin-off in Q3 2021, creating two independent companies: GXO, the largest pure-play contract logistics provider, and XPO, a leader in transportation services. The spin-off is subject to conditions, with no assurance on its occurrence or timing.
XPO Logistics (NYSE: XPO) announced the induction of Sandeep Sakharkar, senior VP of logistics technology, into Constellation Research's Business Transformation 150 for 2022. This prestigious recognition highlights leaders in business transformation across various industries. Malcolm Wilson, CEO of XPO Logistics Europe, praised Sakharkar's transformational skills and innovation record. Sakharkar will transition to become CIO of GXO, the logistics segment spun off from XPO, which is set to occur in Q3 2021, marking a significant change in the company's structure.
XPO Logistics announced a registered underwritten offering of 5 million shares at $138.00 per share, with half sold by the company and half by Jacobs Private Equity. This offering, expected to close on July 1, 2021, allows underwriters a 30-day option for an additional 750,000 shares. Proceeds will be used to repay debt and for general corporate purposes. Notably, XPO will not receive funds from shares sold by the private equity firm.
XPO Logistics announced a registered underwritten offering of 5 million shares of common stock, equally divided between XPO and Jacobs Private Equity, LLC. The underwriters may purchase up to an additional 750,000 shares. Proceeds will be used to repay a portion of outstanding borrowings and for general corporate purposes. After the offering, Brad Jacobs and affiliates will hold approximately 13.58% of XPO’s shares.