Company Operations - XPO operates approximately 596 locations in 17 countries, serving around 52,000 customers with a workforce of about 38,000 employees[16]. - The company has approximately 23,300 employees in North America, 14,300 in Europe, and 400 in Asia, with 61% of global employees based in North America[63]. - The company operates approximately 596 locations globally, with 439 leased and 153 owned facilities[181]. Financial Performance - Consolidated revenue for 2023 increased by 0.3% to $7.744 billion compared to 2022, with foreign currency movement contributing approximately 0.8 percentage points to revenue growth[202]. - Operating income for 2023 was $438 million, representing 5.7% of revenue, an increase from 4.9% in 2022[201]. - Salaries, wages, and employee benefits in 2023 amounted to $3.159 billion, representing 40.8% of revenue, up from 38.2% in 2022, primarily due to inflation and increased incentive compensation[203]. - Purchased transportation costs were $1.760 billion, or 22.7% of revenue, down from 25.4% in 2022, reflecting lower rates paid to third-party providers[204]. - Fuel, operating expenses, and supplies totaled $1.623 billion, or 21.0% of revenue, compared to 21.9% in 2022, mainly due to lower fuel costs[205]. - Insurance and claims in 2023 amounted to $167 million, a decrease from $183 million in 2022, reflecting improved operating performance related to damaged shipments[207]. - Gains on sales of property and equipment in 2023 were $5 million, down from $60 million in 2022, due to a lack of comparable gains in 2023[208]. - Depreciation and amortization expense increased to $432 million in 2023 from $392 million in 2022, driven by capital investments in tractors and trailers[208]. - There was no goodwill impairment loss in 2023, compared to a $64 million loss in 2022 related to European Transportation reporting units[209]. - Restructuring costs decreased to $44 million in 2023 from $50 million in 2022, as part of ongoing resource optimization efforts[211]. - Other income for 2023 was $15 million, down from $55 million in 2022, primarily due to lower net periodic pension income[212]. - Debt extinguishment loss was $25 million in 2023, compared to $39 million in 2022, mainly related to refinancing activities[213]. - Interest expense increased by 24.4% to $168 million in 2023 from $135 million in 2022, primarily due to higher prevailing interest rates[214]. - The company anticipates interest expense to be between $240 million and $260 million in 2024[215]. Market Position and Strategy - The North American LTL segment holds an 8% market share in a $59 billion industry, moving approximately 18 billion pounds of freight in 2023[18][19]. - The company added 551 net new doors to its LTL network since launching the LTL 2.0 growth plan in Q4 2021, and completed the acquisition of 28 service centers from Yellow Corporation in December 2023[20][26]. - The company plans to purchase approximately 2,000 new LTL tractors for its North American network in 2024[38]. - The ongoing freight recession in 2023 has impacted industry volumes, but XPO is positioned to benefit from trends toward outsourcing and smaller freight shipments[51]. - The company has experienced significant growth, focusing on organic growth through new customer wins and increased business with existing customers, as well as additional acquisitions[104]. - The company’s action plan to enhance network efficiencies in its North American LTL business includes expanding the tractor fleet and increasing production capacity at its trailer manufacturing facility[98]. Employee and Workforce Development - The company graduated nearly 800 students from its LTL driver training locations in 2023, providing tuition-free training and pay while training[82]. - Employee satisfaction scores reached their highest historical levels in 2023, with an engagement survey participation rate of over 80%[75]. - The total permanent workforce expanded by 1.4% year-over-year, with a net increase of 401 new permanent employees[85]. - The company offers up to 80 hours of paid prenatal leave and six weeks of 100% paid time off for primary caregivers of newborns in the U.S.[86]. - As of December 31, 2023, 14% of global employees are women, increasing to 37% when excluding drivers, dockworkers, and technicians[65]. - In 2023, 56% of newly hired U.S. employees self-identified as ethnically or racially diverse, representing a 1.4% increase from 2022[66]. Risks and Challenges - Economic recessions and fluctuations in freight volumes in North America and Europe could materially impact the company’s business[96]. - The company’s profitability may be adversely affected if investments in equipment and service centers do not align with customer demand[99]. - The company may divest its European business, which could adversely affect its operations, cash flows, and stock price[106]. - A potential divestiture would result in a smaller, less diversified company, concentrating solely on North American LTL, increasing vulnerability to U.S. market conditions[107]. - The company faces risks related to intellectual property rights, which could lead to increased costs or legal prohibitions if infringed[115]. - The company is exposed to currency exchange rate fluctuations, particularly with significant assets and earnings in euros and British pounds[118]. - Fuel expenses are a major cost for LTL operations, and fluctuations in fuel prices could materially impact revenues and profitability[120]. - Seasonal weather conditions historically decrease fleet productivity, impacting operations and costs[122]. - Cybersecurity threats pose significant risks, with potential service interruptions and reputational harm if breaches occur[129]. - The company faces risks related to its information technology infrastructure, which could adversely affect operations and financial condition due to potential failures and delays[132]. - Outstanding indebtedness may limit the company's ability to fund future capital expenditures and acquisitions, potentially harming financial flexibility and competitive position[134]. - The company may struggle to generate sufficient cash flows to meet debt obligations, which could lead to material adverse effects on financial position and operations[135]. - Interest rate fluctuations could negatively impact financial results, as the company has floating rate credit facilities tied to the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (SOFR)[138]. - A shortage of qualified drivers in the transportation industry could lead to increased compensation costs and underutilization of the truck fleet, adversely impacting profitability[141]. - The company has faced labor disputes and negotiations that could disrupt operations and negatively affect revenues and financial results[143]. - The spin-offs of GXO and RXO may not yield the expected benefits, and indemnification obligations could significantly impact the company's financial condition[155]. - The company may face increased costs and operational impacts if future organizing efforts by labor organizations are successful[154]. - XPO and its stockholders may face significant tax liabilities if the spin-offs of GXO and RXO do not qualify for tax-free treatment under U.S. federal income tax laws[158]. - The company is involved in multiple lawsuits that could result in significant expenditures and impact operations, with potential claims exceeding insurance coverage[160]. - An increase in self-insured claims or insurance premiums could adversely affect the company's operating results[161]. - Changes in income tax regulations may increase the company's effective tax rate and reduce cash flows from operating activities[165]. - The company is subject to stringent emissions-control regulations that could require significant operational changes and incur additional costs[168]. - Future laws and regulations may impose higher costs or require changes to operating practices, negatively impacting demand for services[170]. - The company faces intense competition in the transportation services industry, which could lead to reduced revenues and profit margins[174]. Governance and Compliance - The company maintains a robust governance structure and a Code of Business Ethics to ensure compliance with various regulations[62]. - The company employs a robust cybersecurity program managed by a dedicated Chief Information Security Officer to mitigate risks from cybersecurity threats[176]. - The information security team continuously reviews systems for unauthorized access and manages cybersecurity threats posed by third-party service providers[177].

XPO Investor Overview Q4 2023 February 2024 This document includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including statements relating to our full year 2024 expectations of gross capex, interest expense, pension income, adjusted effective tax rate, and diluted share count, and future financial targets of North American LTL revenue CAGR, adjusted EBITDA CAGR, adjusted operatin ...

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 ___________________________________________ Form 10-Q ___________________________________________ (Mark One) ☒ QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2023 or ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from____________to____________ Commission File Number: 001-32172 ______ ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company reported revenue of $2 billion for Q3 2023, a 2% increase year-over-year and a 3% sequential increase from Q2 2023 [31] - Adjusted EBITDA improved to $278 million, reflecting a 6% year-over-year increase [7][35] - Adjusted diluted EPS was $0.88, higher than expected, although down 7% from the previous year [8][40] - Net income from continuing operations was $86 million, with diluted EPS of $0.72, compared to $92 million and $0.79 a year ago [38] Business Segment Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the LTL segment, revenue increased by 2% year-over-year and 8% sequentially, with adjusted EBITDA growing to $241 million [31][37] - The European Transportation segment saw adjusted EBITDA increase to $44 million for the quarter [37] - The claims ratio for damages improved to 0.4%, down from 0.7% in the prior quarter and significantly better than the 1.2% at the launch of LTL 2.0 [9][12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The company experienced a 7.8% year-over-year increase in shipment count, driven by a 13% growth in the local sales channel [43] - Yield, excluding fuel, grew by 6.4% year-over-year, indicating strong pricing trends [47] - The average tractor age decreased from 5.9 years at the end of 2022 to 5.2 years, reflecting ongoing investments in fleet modernization [14] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on four pillars of its LTL 2.0 strategy: customer service, network investment, yield growth, and cost efficiency [7][18][22] - More than two-thirds of the 2023 CapEx is allocated to increasing fleet capacity, with a target of 8% to 12% of revenue for CapEx allocation through 2027 [17] - The company aims to be the best-in-class LTL service provider, with ongoing investments in service improvements and technology [12][28] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted a soft market for freight transportation but expressed confidence in the company's ability to capture market share and improve service levels [7][26] - There is optimism regarding demand recovery in 2024, although the macroeconomic environment remains uncertain [71] - The company expects to outperform typical seasonality in Q4, with anticipated yield growth in the high single-digit range [54][55] Other Important Information - The company ended the quarter with $355 million in cash and $944 million in total liquidity [40] - The company is targeting a reduction in third-party linehaul miles to at least 50% by 2027 compared to 2021 levels [24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Operating ratio and fourth-quarter outlook - Management expects Q4 tonnage to be up low single digits year-over-year, with yield growth expected to accelerate [54][55] Question: Pricing sustainability and accessorial revenue - Contract renewal pricing is currently up 9%, and management anticipates this to be sustainable in the near term [58][60] Question: Impact of lower claims on pricing - Improved service and lower claims ratios are expected to lead to higher pricing, with a goal of reaching a 0.1% claims ratio over time [61] Question: Yellow service centers and capacity - Management views the Yellow service centers as an opportunity to accelerate capacity growth, with expectations of a gradual return to LTL operations [64][65] Question: Yield improvement and local customer base - The most significant impact on yield in Q3 came from service improvements, with local sales channel shipments increasing by 13% year-over-year [68] Question: Freight market trends - The underlying demand environment has been soft but is showing signs of slight improvement, with more customers expressing optimism for demand recovery in 2024 [70][71]

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Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Company-wide revenue for Q2 2023 was $1.9 billion, down 6% year-over-year but up 1% sequentially from Q1 2023 [20] - Adjusted EBITDA was $244 million, a decrease of 16% year-over-year, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 12.7%, down 140 basis points year-over-year [23] - Net income from continuing operations was $31 million, translating to diluted earnings per share of $0.27, compared to $96 million and $0.83 per diluted share a year ago [25] - Adjusted EPS for the quarter was $0.71, down 38% from the previous year [26] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the North American LTL segment, revenue decreased by 8% year-over-year, while adjusted EBITDA was $208 million, down 24% from a year ago [20][24] - LTL salaries, wages, and benefits increased by 4.6% year-over-year, primarily due to wage increases [20] - Purchased transportation expense decreased by 35% year-over-year, reflecting a shift towards insourcing more linehaul miles [21] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Organic revenue in the European Transportation segment was largely unchanged despite a soft operating environment, with strong pricing trends observed [15] - The UK and Central Europe markets outperformed the overall European segment, with pricing higher than the same period last year [35] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on its LTL 2.0 plan, which includes four pillars: enhancing customer service, investing in network capacity, accelerating yield growth, and driving cost efficiencies [7][10][12][13] - Capital expenditures are expected to be between 8% to 12% of revenue, with potential to exceed the high end of this range in the near term due to increased capacity needs [10][42] - The company aims to achieve at least 600 basis points of adjusted operating ratio improvement through 2027 [16] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management noted a soft operating environment but highlighted improvements in service metrics and customer satisfaction [7][8] - The company expects yield growth to accelerate in Q3 2023, with a baseline forecast of 3% year-over-year growth [53] - Management remains optimistic about the potential for pricing improvements and market share gains following recent industry disruptions [56][70] Other Important Information - The company completed the refinancing of its $2 billion term loan, improving its weighted average maturity timeline to approximately six years [28] - The transition to a new CFO is expected to be seamless, with the incoming CFO having significant experience in the industry [17] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of July volumes post-Yellow - Management reported a 4.2% year-over-year increase in tonnage and an 8.8% increase in shipment count for July, indicating strong performance despite typical seasonal trends [39] Question: Current shipment count and margin handling - Shipment counts increased by high single digits towards the end of July, with management confident in handling the increased volume without significant margin pressure [45][46] Question: Pricing and yield growth expectations - Management anticipates yield growth to accelerate in Q3, with a focus on maintaining service quality while selectively onboarding new freight [60][66] Question: Capacity management and market dynamics - The company currently operates with approximately 20% excess capacity, which is expected to decrease as volumes increase, but management aims to maintain a long-term target of 20% to 25% excess capacity [99] Question: European business strategy - The company has paused the sale of its European business, focusing instead on strengthening its North American LTL operations while still performing well in Europe [87][96]

XPO Investor Overview Q2 2023 August 2023 This document includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, including statements relating to our full year 2023 expectations of gross capex, interest expense, pension income, effective tax rate, and diluted share count, and future financial targets of North American LTL revenue CAGR, adjusted EBITDA CAGR, adjusted operating ratio imp ...

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XPO, Inc. (NYSE:XPO) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call May 4, 2023 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Mario Harik - Chief Executive Officer Carl Anderson - Chief Financial Officer Ali Faghri - Chief Strategy Officer Conference Call Participants Fadi Chamoun - BMO Scott Group - Wolfe Research Jon Chappell - Evercore ISI Chris Wetherbee - Citigroup Brian Ossenbeck - JPMorgan Brandon Oglenski - Barclays Tom Wadewitz - UBS Ken Hoexter - Bank of America Joe Hafling - Jefferies James Monigan - Wells Fargo Scott Schne ...

Company Overview - XPO, Inc. serves approximately 48,000 customers with a workforce of about 38,000 employees across 554 locations in 17 countries as of December 31, 2022[15]. - XPO has approximately 23,000 employees in North America, 14,500 in Europe, and 300 in Asia, with 61% of total employees based in North America[64]. - XPO operated approximately 554 locations globally as of December 31, 2022, including 342 in North America and 205 in Europe[178]. Financial Performance - Consolidated revenue for 2022 increased by 7.2% to $7.7 billion, compared to $7.2 billion in 2021, primarily driven by growth in the North American Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) segment[199]. - Net income for 2022 was $666 million, compared to $341 million in 2021, reflecting improved operational performance[197]. - Income from discontinued operations, net of taxes, was $482 million in 2022, compared to $245 million in 2021, indicating significant gains from divestitures[197]. - Interest expense decreased by 36.0% to $135 million in 2022, down from $211 million in 2021, due to lower average debt balances[210]. - The effective income tax rate increased to 28.6% in 2022 from 10.4% in 2021, primarily due to increased pre-tax book income[212]. Market Position - The North American Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) segment holds approximately 8% of the $51 billion U.S. market, delivering around 18 billion pounds of freight in 2022[17][18]. - Approximately 59% of XPO's 2022 revenue was generated in the U.S., with 17% from France, 11% from the U.K., and 11% from the rest of Europe[49]. - The combined revenue from XPO's top five customers accounted for approximately 6% of global revenue in 2022, with the largest customer contributing only 2%[50]. Operational Initiatives - The company aims to add 900 net new doors to its terminal footprint by Q1 2024, having already added six terminals and 369 net new doors as of December 31, 2022[19]. - In 2022, XPO produced 4,705 trailers, nearly doubling the output from 2021, and expanded driver training at its 130 commercial driver schools[20]. - The company completed the spin-off of its tech-enabled brokered transportation platform, RXO, Inc., on November 1, 2022, making LTL its sole business in North America[24]. Employee and Diversity Initiatives - In 2022, the number of females in managerial positions grew by 23% cumulatively since 2020, while ethnically or racially diverse representation grew by 34% in the same period[66]. - Over 55% of new hires in the U.S. self-identified as ethnically or racially diverse in 2022, representing a 1.4% increase from 2021[69]. - Approximately 30% of executive positions in North America are held by women, reflecting increases of 2.7% from 2021[68]. - The company provided up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continuing education, alongside various comprehensive benefits tailored to employee needs[89]. Environmental and Sustainability Goals - XPO is committed to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, with ongoing initiatives to reduce carbon emissions and improve fleet sustainability[38][44]. - The company’s commitment to ESG initiatives includes linking 25% of top executives' long-term incentive compensation to performance in various categories[74]. Risks and Challenges - The company is subject to risks from economic recessions that could reduce freight volumes and adversely impact its business[96]. - The company faces significant risks related to attracting and retaining qualified management, particularly at the executive level, due to competitive market conditions[114]. - The ongoing shortage of qualified drivers in the transportation industry may lead to increased compensation costs and affect the company's ability to meet customer demand, impacting profitability[140]. - Labor disputes, including strikes and negotiations, could disrupt operations and negatively affect revenues and financial results[141]. - The company is exposed to currency exchange rate fluctuations, with a significant portion of net assets and income in non-U.S. dollar currencies, primarily the euro and British pound sterling[120]. Strategic Outlook - The company’s growth strategy includes organic growth through new customer acquisitions and increased business with existing customers, as well as additional acquisitions[104]. - The company has undertaken a specific action plan to enhance network efficiencies and drive growth in its North American LTL business, which includes increasing prices and expanding driver school enrollment[100]. - The company may divest its European business, which could adversely affect its results of operations and cash flows, as well as the market price of its common stock[106]. Spin-off and Tax Implications - The spin-offs of GXO and RXO may not achieve the expected strategic and financial benefits, potentially adversely affecting the company's business and financial condition[153]. - The company faces potential tax liabilities if the spin-off of RXO does not qualify as a tax-free transaction, which could significantly affect its financial position[156]. - The IRS may challenge the tax-free status of the GXO spin-off, which could result in significant tax liabilities[161]. Financial Management - The company's outstanding indebtedness could negatively affect its financial condition and limit its ability to fund future capital expenditures and acquisitions[134]. - Failure to generate sufficient cash flows to satisfy debt obligations could materially impact the company's financial position and results of operations[135]. - The company’s strategy execution may depend on its ability to raise capital, which could impact growth objectives if financing is not available on acceptable terms[137].