- C.H. Robinson has achieved seven consecutive quarters of strong performance, driven by disciplined execution of its Lean AI supply chain strategy, even amid a prolonged freight recession and changing global trade conditions.
- In Q3, the company reported income from operations up 22.6 percent to US$220.8 million, adjusted operating margin of 31.3 percent, and diluted EPS growth of 67.5 percent to US$1.34, highlighting operational efficiency, cost optimisation, and technology-driven gains.
- Looking ahead, C.H. Robinson has raised its 2026 operating income guidance to US$965 million–US$1.04 billion, leveraging scalable, AI-driven processes to enhance speed, accuracy, and cost efficiency across global supply chains.
C.H. Robinson continues to demonstrate its industry leadership and operational excellence, achieving seven consecutive quarters of outperformance through disciplined execution and its strategic focus on Lean AI supply chains. Despite facing a prolonged freight recession and evolving global trade dynamics, the company has delivered another robust quarter of earnings, reaffirming its resilience and capacity to create value through technology-driven efficiency.
During its third-quarter earnings announcement, President and Chief Executive Officer Dave Bozeman underscored how consistent execution of C.H. Robinson’s long-term strategy has translated into measurable gains, including market share expansion, improved gross margins, and stronger operating performance. Bozeman emphasised that the company’s achievements are the direct result of maintaining strategic discipline, investing in innovation, and applying Lean AI principles across operations.
“With seven consecutive quarters of consistent outperformance through the disciplined execution of the strategy we shared at our 2024 Investor Day, there is no doubt in our minds that we are on the right path to deliver sustainable outperformance,” said Bozeman. “Our model, with an industry-leading cost to serve, is highly scalable, and we expect it will improve further as we harness the evolving power of AI to drive automation across the quote-to-cash lifecycle of a load.”
The third quarter delivered a series of strong financial outcomes. Income from operations increased by 22.6% to $220.8 million, supported by improved efficiency and margin discipline. Adjusted operating margin rose by 680 basis points to 31.3%, reflecting the benefits of cost optimisation and automation. Diluted earnings per share (EPS) grew by 67.5% to $1.34, while adjusted diluted EPS increased by 9.4% to $1.40. Furthermore, cash generated from operations surged by $167.4 million to $275.4 million, highlighting robust cash management and operational strength.
Looking ahead, C.H. Robinson has raised its 2026 operating income target range to between $965 million and $1.04 billion, reflecting confidence in its strategy and continued progress in digital transformation. The company’s focus on scalable, data-driven processes positions it well to capture future opportunities in a rapidly changing logistics environment.
Through the disciplined application of Lean AI, C.H. Robinson is redefining how global supply chains operate—enhancing speed, accuracy, and cost efficiency from end to end. This sustained performance underscores its ability not only to navigate industry headwinds but also to lead innovation across the logistics sector, setting a new benchmark for operational excellence and long-term growth.
