J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. saw revenue and earnings increase as a result of strong segment growth during the third quarter, the company reported Oct. 18, besting analysts’ expectations.
The Lowell, Ark.-based transportation and logistics company posted net earnings of $269.4 million, or $2.57 a diluted share, for the three months ending Sept. 30. That compared with $199.8 million, $1.88, during the same time the previous year.