JB Hunt Transport Services Inc (JBHT)vsUnited Parcel Service Inc (UPS)
JBHT
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
$217.55
-0.45%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $20.97B
UPS
United Parcel Service Inc
$108.30
-2.47%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $92.10B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
United Parcel Service Inc generates 586% more annual revenue ($91.37B vs $13.33B). JBHT leads profitability with a 5.1% profit margin vs 4.8%. JBHT appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 1.53. JBHT earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 56/100 (C).
JBHT
Buy56
out of 100
Grade: C
UPS
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-45.5%
Fair Value
$150.51
Current Price
$217.55
$67.04 premium
Margin of Safety
+16.8%
Fair Value
$144.21
Current Price
$108.30
$35.91 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 20.4% year-over-year
Large-cap with strong market position
Every $100 of equity generates 29 in profit
Generating 2.4B in free cash flow
Areas to Watch
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.4% earnings growth
5.1% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
4.8% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Earnings declined 11.6%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : JBHT
The strongest argument for JBHT centers on Altman Z-Score, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 20.4% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : UPS
The strongest argument for UPS centers on Market Cap, Return on Equity, Free Cash Flow.
Bear Case : JBHT
The primary concerns for JBHT are PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : UPS
The primary concerns for UPS are PEG Ratio, Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score. Debt-to-equity of 2.02 is elevated, increasing financial risk. Thin 4.8% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
JBHT profiles as a growth stock while UPS is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
JBHT carries more volatility with a beta of 1.31 — expect wider price swings.
JBHT is growing revenue faster at 20.4% — sustainability is the question.
UPS generates stronger free cash flow (2.4B), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
JBHT scores higher overall (56/100 vs 51/100) and 20.4% revenue growth. UPS offers better value entry with a 16.8% margin of safety. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. is an American transportation and logistics company based in Lowell, Arkansas.
United Parcel Service Inc
INDUSTRIALS · INTEGRATED FREIGHT & LOGISTICS · USA
United Parcel Service is an American multinational shipping & receiving and supply chain management company founded in 1907.
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