Proficient Auto Logistics slightly misses Q4 revenue estimates

Overview

• Auto logistics firm's Q4 operating revenue slightly missed analysts' expectations

• Adjusted EBITDA and operating income for Q4 missed analysts' estimates

• Company deliveries rose 19.1% yr/yr in Q4

Outlook

• Company plans ongoing operating ratio reduction into 2026

• Proficient aims to improve leverage and balance sheet position

• Company sees external market conditions similar to late 2025

Result Drivers

• GOODWILL IMPAIRMENT - Co recorded a $27.8 mln non-cash goodwill impairment charge, affecting operating income

• INCREASED DELIVERIES - Total units delivered rose 16.2% in 2025, contributing to revenue growth

• REVENUE PER UNIT DECLINE - Revenue per unit decreased due to customer mix, which partially offset volume growth

Key Details

*Applies to a deviation of less than 1%; not applicable for per-share numbers.

Analyst Coverage

• The current average analyst rating on the shares is "buy" and the breakdown of recommendations is 3 "strong buy" or "buy", 1 "hold" and no "sell" or "strong sell"

• The average consensus recommendation for the passenger transportation, ground & sea peer group is "buy"

• Wall Street's median 12-month price target for Proficient Auto Logistics Inc is $12.00, about 14.5% above its February 6 closing price of $10.48

• The stock recently traded at 20 times the next 12-month earnings vs. a P/E of 13 three months ago

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