Dear readers! We present to your attention the final issue of the LOGISTICS journal in 2024. We have tried to make it rich and interesting. Today, many Russian companies operate under strict sanctions restrictions, which force them to reorient logistics flows. One of the possible solutions to this problem may be the Russia – Mongolia – China economic corridor. Details can be found in the article by Alexandra Kazunina.
Dear readers! We present to your attention the 11th issue of the LOGISTICS magazine, where you will find relevant materials and articles. And again, the focus is on international cooperation. An important event in this area was the International Trade Day 2024 Forum, held on November 7, 2024 in Moscow.
Dear readers! The tenth issue of LOGISTICS journal opens with a large article dedicated to the results of the BRICS Business Forum, held on October 18, 2024 in Moscow. Yulia Kislova, Director of Agency Market Guide LLC and publisher of LOGISTICS journal, attended the event and prepared an article where she paid special attention to international trade and logistical connectivity of the countries of the association. The details are in the room.
• US Domestic 4Q Revenue Climbs 6.3%, Driven by Ecommerce
• International Export Shipments Soar 8.4%, Led by Asia and Europe Regions
• 4Q EPS of -$0.27, due to Mark-to-Market Pension Charge
• Adjusted 4Q EPS of $1.63, Driven by International Segment
• 2016 EPS of $3.87; Adjusted 2016 EPS of $5.75
• Company Produces $6.5 Billion in Cash from Operations in 2016
• Announces Full-Year 2017 Adjusted EPS Guidance
UPS (NYSE:UPS) today announced fourth-quarter 2016 operating results. “Revenue and volume growth accelerated for UPS during the holiday season and we provided high service levels for our customers,” said David Abney, UPS chairman and CEO. “The International segment delivered another extraordinary performance, while the U.S. managed through considerable changes in product mix. Our strategies and initiatives are creating long-term value for both UPS customers and shareowners.”
Consolidated Results |
4Q 2016 |
Adjusted 4Q 2016 |
4Q 2015 |
Adjusted 4Q 2015 |
Revenue |
$16,931 M |
|
$16,054 M |
|
Operating profit (loss) |
$(428) M |
$2,223 M |
$2,051 M |
$2,169 M |
Diluted earnings (loss) per share |
$(0.27) |
$1.63 |
$1.48 |
$1.57 |
Full-year and fourth-quarter 2016 results include a non-cash, after-tax, mark-to-market pension charge of $1.90 per diluted share. In the prior-year period, the company reported non-cash, after-tax charges of $0.09 per diluted share related to pension mark-to-market charges.
• 4Q 2016 diluted EPS of -$0.27; adjusted diluted EPS of $1.63.
• Adjusted diluted EPS excludes the impact of non-cash, mark-to-market pension charge.
• During the quarter, the company delivered 1.4 billion packages, up 7.1% over last year.
U.S. Domestic Segment |
4Q 2016 |
Adjusted 4Q 2016 |
4Q 2015 |
Adjusted 4Q 2015 |
Revenue |
$10,913 M |
|
$10,265 M |
|
Operating profit (loss) |
$(570) M |
$1,338 M |
$1,284 M |
$1,346 M |
• Revenue increased $648 million to $10.9 billion, a 6.3% increase over 4Q15.
• Average daily shipments increased 5.0% to 19.6 million.
• 4Q 2016 operating loss of $570 million; adjusted operating profit was $1.3 billion.
• Adjusted operating profit excludes the mark-to-market pension charge.
• Benefits from ORION and automation initiatives offset most of the impact from the faster pace of residential and SurePost growth.
International Segment |
4Q 2016 |
Adjusted 4Q 2016 |
4Q 2015 |
Adjusted 4Q 2015 |
Revenue |
$3,335 M |
|
$3,175 M |
|
Operating profit |
$281 M |
$706 M |
$580 M |
$624 M |
Supply Chain & Freight |
4Q 2016 |
Adjusted 4Q 2016 |
4Q 2015 |
Adjusted 4Q 2015 |
Revenue |
$2,683 M |
|
$2,614 M |
|
Operating profit (loss) |
$(139) M |
$179M |
$187 M |
$199 M |