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CHRW·C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.

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+. (+.%)
After Hours
High
$195.44
Open
$193.33
Market Cap
22.86B
52W High
$203.34
Low
$192.19
P. Close
$193.50
P/E
38.16
52W Low
$96.27
Fwd P/E
26.22
DailyIQ Est.
$207.90
Technical Score (1D)
95
BUY
News Sentiment
45
MIXED
TD Cowen and JPMorgan both raised their price targets for CHRW to $200 and $198 respectively, reflecting a renewed confidence in the company’s freight brokerage business. The upgrade follows expectations that freight volumes will rebound, allowing CHRW to capture greater market share and lift revenue growth. With the logistics sector poised for a pickup, the higher targets suggest that analysts see the firm’s cost‑control initiatives and technology investments paying off in the near term. Over the next 1–10 trading days, the market will likely price in the potential upside from stronger freight demand and improved operating margins. Traders should monitor the upcoming earnings release for updated revenue guidance, as the guidance will confirm whether the rebound materializes and validates the new price targets. Pay particular attention to any commentary on freight cost dynamics, as rising fuel or carrier rates could offset volume gains. A positive earnings surprise would reinforce the bullish outlook, while a miss could dampen the recent optimism. Additionally, watch for any updates on CHRW’s strategic initiatives, such as new technology deployments or partnership expansions, that could further influence its competitive positioning. Finally, keep an eye on broader freight market indicators, such as container shipping rates and trucking capacity, which will provide context for CHRW’s performance in the coming weeks.
Earnings Summary
CHRW, a global logistics provider headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, offers freight transportation and supply‑chain solutions across North America and internationally, operating through truckload, less‑than‑truckload, intermodal, global forwarding, customs brokerage, and value‑added services, while also marketing fresh produce under the Robinson Fresh brand. In the integrated freight & logistics sector, the company has leveraged its extensive network to capture freight volumes and drive revenue growth. In the most recent quarters, Q1 2026 EPS rose to $1.35 from $1.23 in Q4 2025, while revenue climbed to $4.012 billion from $3.912 billion, reversing the dip seen in Q4 2025 after a flat period in Q2–Q3 2025; EPS consistently beat analyst estimates in all six quarters with $1.21 in Q4 2024, $1.17 in Q1 2025, $1.29 in Q2 2025, $1.40 in Q3 2025, $1.23 in Q4 2025, and $1.35 in Q1 2026, underscoring a pattern of earnings resilience amid revenue volatility. Historically, CHRW has maintained a trajectory of EPS growth year over year, with revenue growth persisting even when EPS missed expectations in the past, but recent data show a steady upward trend in both metrics, reflecting effective cost‑control and technology investments. Recent analyst commentary highlights upgraded price targets to $200–$201, citing a rebound in freight volumes and the company’s AI‑driven logistics model, while a $75 million acquisition of DeSpir Logistics expands its service portfolio; the firm’s removal from defensive indexes and addition to growth benchmarks further signals a shift in market perception. Investors should watch the upcoming Q2 2026 earnings release for updated revenue guidance, freight volume outlook, and commentary on fuel cost dynamics, the outcome of the Florida U‑turn lawsuit, and progress on AI integration and the DeSpir acquisition, as these factors will shape the company’s near‑term performance and valuation.

EPS

EstBeatMiss
$0.98$1.13$1.28$1.43$1.57Q1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$1.51 - -
Q1'26$1.26$1.35+6.8%
Q4'25$1.14$1.23+7.6%
Q3'25$1.30$1.40+7.4%
Q2'25$1.16$1.29+11.6%
Q1'25$1.05$1.17+11.4%

Revenue

EstBeatMiss
$3.8B$4.0B$4.1B$4.3B$4.4BQ1'25Q2'25Q3'25Q4'25Q1'26Q2'26
QtrEstActual+/−
Q2'26$4.4B - -
Q1'26$4.1B$4.0B-2.3%
Q4'25$4.1B$3.9B-3.5%
Q3'25 - $4.1B -
Q2'25 - $4.1B -
Q1'25 - $4.0B -
Full Earnings BreakdownEstimates, actuals, guidance, and historical context
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Market Data

CHRW Stock Snapshot

CHRW is currently trading at $193.50, giving C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. a market cap of 22.86B and a P/E ratio of 38.2. Today's range spans $192.19–$195.44, with shares opening at $193.33 and moving up $0.00 (0.0%) from the prior close. DailyIQ's technical score sits at 95/100 (BUY) with a news sentiment reading of 45/100.

Over the past year CHRW has traded between $96.27 and $203.34 - the current price is +101.0% off the 52-week low and -4.8% from the high. 32 analysts cover the stock with a Buy consensus and a mean 12-month target of $197.67 (range $91.00–$230.00), implying upside of +2.2%.

What CHRW has right now - BUY signal, 95/100 technical score, neutral sentiment at 45/100, price $193.50 (near 52-week highs) - is the profile that shows up in screens looking for Industrials growth stories with technical confirmation. (P/E: 38.2) At 22.86B in capitalization, the risk/reward of a setup like this is often better than in mega-cap peers where the same signal translates to a smaller percentage move. Range: $96.27–$203.34.

Earnings revision cycles in large-cap Industrials names tend to compound: when technicals confirm a BUY thesis (95/100) and news sentiment (45/100, neutral) supports the narrative, analyst upgrades follow price rather than lead it. At $193.50 (near 52-week highs), CHRW's position within the $96.27–$203.34 annual range suggests there's room for multiple expansion before the stock encounters meaningful technical resistance.