C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc
Morningstar Rating for Stocks | Fair Value | Economic Moat | Capital Allocation |
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$95.00 | Tkyn | Fxrrgmxmtl |
Freight Forwarding Correction in Full Force for C.H. Robinson
Business Strategy and Outlook
C.H. Robinson dominates the $90 billion-plus asset-light truck brokerage market, and its immense network of shippers and asset-based truckers supports a wide economic moat, in our view. Although the company isn't immune to freight downturns, its variable-cost model historically helps shield profitability during periods of lackluster demand, as evidenced by a long history of above-average profitability. The firm's ownership of transportation equipment is minimal, and a large swath of operating expenses are tied to performance-based variable compensation, which moves with net revenue. We think the company remains well positioned to capitalize on gradual truck brokerage industry consolidation (including market share gains) despite intensifying competition.