United Parcel Service, Inc. (ups)
UPS — Company Overview
United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) trades on NYQ as part of the Industrials peer group (Integrated Freight & Logistics).
| Ticker | UPS |
| Sector | Industrials |
| Industry | Integrated Freight & Logistics |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $87.80B |
| Last price | $103.20 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
UPS — Business Description
UPS represents a Integrated Freight & Logistics business in the Industrials segment. United Parcel Service, Inc., a package delivery and logistics provider, offers transportation and delivery services. It operates through two segments, U.S. Domestic Package and International Package. The U.S. Domestic Package segment offers time-definite delivery services for express letters, documents, packages and palletized freight through air and ground services. The International Package segment provides small package operations in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Canada and Latin America, and Asia. The company offers a range of guaranteed day- and time-definite international transportation services; day-definite services; cross-border ground package delivery; contract-only, e-commerce solutions for no…
Official website: https://www.ups.com.
UPS — Investment Thesis
At a high level, UPS offers exposure to Industrials with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is expanding at roughly 7.6% year-over-year (public data).
- Trailing P/E of 20.00× sits in a moderate band relative to high-growth peers.
- Forward P/E (12.79×) is below trailing P/E — earnings may be expected to improve.
- Dividend yield near 6.1% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $87.80B.
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UPS — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for United Parcel Service, Inc. are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Profit margin near 5.1% leaves a narrower cushion versus higher-margin peers. Positive free cash flow of $4.98B supports balance-sheet flexibility. Debt-to-equity of 189.90 warrants monitoring in a higher-rate environment.
| Trailing P/E | 20.00× |
| Forward P/E | 12.79× |
| Price / Sales | 0.98× |
| Price / Book | 5.83× |
| Gross margin | 21.2% |
| Operating margin | 4.4% |
| Profit margin | 5.1% |
| Return on equity | 29.6% |
| Debt / Equity | 189.90 |
| Free cash flow | $4.98B |
UPS — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) depends on demand trends in Integrated Freight & Logistics and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue growth of 7.6% suggests steady but measured expansion.
- Earnings declined -53.0% year-over-year — margin or volume pressure may be in play.
- Price is 15.7% below the 52-week high.
- Shares trade 25.9% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.
UPS — Competitive Position
United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Industrials.
- Competes within Industrials, specifically in Integrated Freight & Logistics.
- Market capitalization of $87.80B places UPS among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 21.2% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
UPS — Strengths
Strengths for United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Revenue growth of 7.6% year-over-year.
- Return on equity near 29.6% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
- Positive free cash flow ($4.98B).
- Dividend yield of 6.1% for income-oriented holders.
- Large Cap scale ($87.80B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
UPS — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) based on available data:
- Earnings decline of -53.0% year-over-year.
- Elevated debt-to-equity (189.90).
UPS — Opportunities
- Dividend yield of 6.1% appeals to total-return investors.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
- Forward earnings multiple below trailing P/E — potential earnings acceleration ahead.
UPS — Risks
- Leverage (debt/equity 189.90) raises sensitivity to credit conditions.
UPS — Summary
United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) is a large-cap Industrials company focused on Integrated Freight & Logistics, listed on NYQ. Last price $103.20 with market cap $87.80B. Trailing P/E 20.00×. Revenue grew 7.6% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include revenue growth of 7.6% year-over-year. Key watch items include earnings decline of -53.0% year-over-year. Premium analytics for United Parcel Service, Inc. — including estimates and institutional data — are available in Terminal.
United Parcel Service, Inc. FAQ
What does United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) do?
United Parcel Service, Inc., a package delivery and logistics provider, offers transportation and delivery services. It operates through two segments, U.S. Domestic Package and International Package. The U.S. Domestic Package segment offers time-definite delivery services for ex…
What is UPS's P/E ratio?
United Parcel Service, Inc. has a trailing P/E of 20.00× based on publicly available market data.
Does UPS pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 6.1%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is UPS in?
United Parcel Service, Inc. is classified in Industrials (Integrated Freight & Logistics) on NYQ.
What is UPS's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $87.80B.
What are the main risks for UPS?
Standard market, competitive, and execution risks apply; see the Risks section.
What are the strengths of UPS?
Potential positives include revenue growth of 7.6% year-over-year, return on equity near 29.6% — efficient use of shareholder capital.
Where can I get analyst estimates for UPS?
Consensus estimates, price targets, and detailed analyst data for United Parcel Service, Inc. are available to Professional subscribers in Vest Terminal — not on this public summary page.