Investment Rating - The report assigns a 12-month rating of "Buy" for Mainfreight with a price target of NZ82.00basedoncurrentmarketconditions[10][28].CoreInsights−Mainfreight′sFY25resultsslightlyexceededUBSestimatesandmarketconsensus,primarilydrivenbyperformanceinAustralia,althoughtheoutlookismixedduetotariffimpacts[2][7].−Thecompanyreportedrevenueof5.24 billion, an 11% year-over-year increase, and underlying EBITDAR of 792million,a6274 million, which was still above UBS estimates and market consensus [3][4]. Financial Performance - Key financial metrics include: - Revenue: 5.24billion(+115.10 billion - Underlying EBITDAR: 792million(+6737 million - Underlying NPAT: 274million(−1267 million [3][4]. - The company experienced mixed performance across regions, with notable declines in the US and Asia, while Australia showed strong growth [4][7]. Valuation - The valuation is based on a 12-month price target of NZ82,derivedfromanaverageofP/E(26x)andDCFvaluations[5][10].−ThecurrentmarketcapisNZ6.70 billion (approximately US4.00billion)withafreecashflowof163 million [10][3]. Guidance and Outlook - No specific guidance was provided, but trading in April and May was described as "disappointing" due to short trading weeks and initial US tariff disruptions [6][7]. - The outlook for US operations indicates potential improvement in A&O and Warehousing earnings in FY26, despite current challenges [7][6]. Company Overview - Mainfreight, established in 1978, has evolved into a global freight forwarder with operations in 20 countries and a workforce of over 6,000 employees [13]. - Approximately 75% of its revenue is generated outside New Zealand, with a comprehensive service offering that includes domestic distribution, warehousing, and international freight services [13].