JB Hunt Transport Services Inc (JBHT) - Net Assets
Based on the latest financial reports, JB Hunt Transport Services Inc (JBHT) has net assets worth $3.59 Billion USD as of March 2026. Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets ($7.93 Billion) and total liabilities ($4.34 Billion). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off. Check tangible net worth ratio of JB Hunt Transport Services Inc to evaluate the tangible quality of the company's equity base.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | $3.59 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 45.32% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 10.07% |
| 5-Year Change | 14.35% |
| 10-Year Change | 152.12% |
| Growth Volatility | 17.82 |
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc - Net Assets Trend (1985–2025)
This chart illustrates how JB Hunt Transport Services Inc's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See JBHT defensive asset coverage days to measure how many days the company can operate on defensive assets alone.
Annual Net Assets for JB Hunt Transport Services Inc (1985–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of JB Hunt Transport Services Inc from 1985 to 2025. For live valuation and market cap data, see JBHT market cap.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | $3.57 Billion | -11.19% |
| 2024-12-31 | $4.01 Billion | -2.17% |
| 2023-12-31 | $4.10 Billion | +11.92% |
| 2022-12-31 | $3.67 Billion | +17.61% |
| 2021-12-31 | $3.12 Billion | +19.91% |
| 2020-12-31 | $2.60 Billion | +14.69% |
| 2019-12-31 | $2.27 Billion | +7.88% |
| 2018-12-31 | $2.10 Billion | +14.25% |
| 2017-12-31 | $1.84 Billion | +30.07% |
| 2016-12-31 | $1.41 Billion | +8.74% |
| 2015-12-31 | $1.30 Billion | +7.96% |
| 2014-12-31 | $1.20 Billion | +18.97% |
| 2013-12-31 | $1.01 Billion | +27.86% |
| 2012-12-31 | $791.86 Million | +39.52% |
| 2011-12-31 | $567.54 Million | -0.96% |
| 2010-12-31 | $573.02 Million | -11.00% |
| 2009-12-31 | $643.85 Million | +21.71% |
| 2008-12-31 | $529.01 Million | +54.14% |
| 2007-12-31 | $343.20 Million | -54.83% |
| 2006-12-31 | $759.74 Million | -7.01% |
| 2005-12-31 | $817.02 Million | -3.89% |
| 2004-12-31 | $850.07 Million | +20.90% |
| 2003-12-31 | $703.14 Million | +19.08% |
| 2002-12-31 | $590.49 Million | +29.10% |
| 2001-12-31 | $457.40 Million | +11.04% |
| 2000-12-31 | $411.92 Million | +5.31% |
| 1999-12-31 | $391.16 Million | +7.03% |
| 1998-12-31 | $365.48 Million | +8.12% |
| 1997-12-31 | $338.02 Million | -4.71% |
| 1996-12-31 | $354.74 Million | -0.60% |
| 1995-12-31 | $356.88 Million | -5.56% |
| 1994-12-31 | $377.90 Million | +9.85% |
| 1993-12-31 | $344.00 Million | +11.47% |
| 1992-12-31 | $308.60 Million | +43.00% |
| 1991-12-31 | $215.80 Million | +12.93% |
| 1990-12-31 | $191.10 Million | +8.89% |
| 1989-12-31 | $175.50 Million | +16.92% |
| 1988-12-31 | $150.10 Million | +23.74% |
| 1987-12-31 | $121.30 Million | +22.53% |
| 1986-12-31 | $99.00 Million | +28.91% |
| 1985-12-31 | $76.80 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to JB Hunt Transport Services Inc's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 19549.1% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (December 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | $7.80 Billion | 218.81% |
| Common Stock | $1.67 Million | 0.05% |
| Total Equity | $3.57 Billion | 100.00% |
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of JB Hunt Transport Services Inc ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Entegris Inc
NASDAQ:ENTG
|
$22.71 Billion |
|
Kuehne + Nagel International AG
F:KNIU
|
$22.79 Billion |
|
Inner Mongolia Yili Industrial Group Co Ltd
SHG:600887
|
$22.83 Billion |
|
West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
NYSE:WST
|
$22.86 Billion |
|
Geely Automobile Holdings Limited
F:GRUA
|
$22.70 Billion |
|
LPL Financial Holdings Inc
NASDAQ:LPLA
|
$22.69 Billion |
|
Principal Financial Group Inc
NASDAQ:PFG
|
$22.69 Billion |
|
Zomato Limited
NSE:ZOMATO
|
$22.68 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in JB Hunt Transport Services Inc's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 4,014,505,000 to 3,565,085,000, a change of -449,420,000 (-11.2%).
- Net income of 598,282,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 171,048,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 948,407,000 reduced equity.
- Other factors increased equity by 71,753,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | $598.28 Million | +16.78% |
| Dividends Paid | $171.05 Million | -4.8% |
| Share Repurchases | $948.41 Million | -26.6% |
| Other Changes | $71.75 Million | +2.01% |
| Total Change | $- | -11.19% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares JB Hunt Transport Services Inc's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 7.32x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 482.71x to 7.32x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1985-12-31 | $0.55 | $267.24 | x |
| 1986-12-31 | $0.70 | $267.24 | x |
| 1987-12-31 | $0.85 | $267.24 | x |
| 1988-12-31 | $1.06 | $267.24 | x |
| 1989-12-31 | $1.25 | $267.24 | x |
| 1990-12-31 | $1.35 | $267.24 | x |
| 1991-12-31 | $1.55 | $267.24 | x |
| 1992-12-31 | $2.15 | $267.24 | x |
| 1993-12-31 | $2.25 | $267.24 | x |
| 1994-12-31 | $2.45 | $267.24 | x |
| 1995-12-31 | $2.43 | $267.24 | x |
| 1996-12-31 | $2.36 | $267.24 | x |
| 1997-12-31 | $2.30 | $267.24 | x |
| 1998-12-31 | $2.57 | $267.24 | x |
| 1999-12-31 | $2.83 | $267.24 | x |
| 2000-12-31 | $3.02 | $267.24 | x |
| 2001-12-31 | $3.20 | $267.24 | x |
| 2002-12-31 | $3.76 | $267.24 | x |
| 2003-12-31 | $4.25 | $267.24 | x |
| 2004-12-31 | $5.19 | $267.24 | x |
| 2005-12-31 | $5.03 | $267.24 | x |
| 2006-12-31 | $4.99 | $267.24 | x |
| 2007-12-31 | $2.49 | $267.24 | x |
| 2008-12-31 | $4.12 | $267.24 | x |
| 2009-12-31 | $4.97 | $267.24 | x |
| 2010-12-31 | $4.48 | $267.24 | x |
| 2011-12-31 | $4.65 | $267.24 | x |
| 2012-12-31 | $6.60 | $267.24 | x |
| 2013-12-31 | $8.48 | $267.24 | x |
| 2014-12-31 | $10.17 | $267.24 | x |
| 2015-12-31 | $11.14 | $267.24 | x |
| 2016-12-31 | $12.47 | $267.24 | x |
| 2017-12-31 | $16.56 | $267.24 | x |
| 2018-12-31 | $19.03 | $267.24 | x |
| 2019-12-31 | $20.93 | $267.24 | x |
| 2020-12-31 | $24.35 | $267.24 | x |
| 2021-12-31 | $29.25 | $267.24 | x |
| 2022-12-31 | $34.83 | $267.24 | x |
| 2023-12-31 | $39.29 | $267.24 | x |
| 2024-12-31 | $39.07 | $267.24 | x |
| 2025-12-31 | $36.49 | $267.24 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently JB Hunt Transport Services Inc utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 16.78%
- The company demonstrates strong efficiency in generating profits from shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 4.99%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.47x
- • Equity Multiplier: 2.28x
- Recent ROE (16.78%) is below the historical average (21.41%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | 21.22% | 12.40% | 1.02x | 1.68x | $8.62 Million |
| 1986 | 24.95% | 12.12% | 1.08x | 1.91x | $14.80 Million |
| 1987 | 18.47% | 7.82% | 1.14x | 2.06x | $10.27 Million |
| 1988 | 21.99% | 8.41% | 1.31x | 2.00x | $17.99 Million |
| 1989 | 17.44% | 6.01% | 1.32x | 2.19x | $13.05 Million |
| 1990 | 15.70% | 5.17% | 1.28x | 2.37x | $10.89 Million |
| 1991 | 13.67% | 4.02% | 1.41x | 2.41x | $7.92 Million |
| 1992 | 12.57% | 4.25% | 1.27x | 2.32x | $7.94 Million |
| 1993 | 11.10% | 3.74% | 1.18x | 2.51x | $3.80 Million |
| 1994 | 10.69% | 3.34% | 1.22x | 2.63x | $2.60 Million |
| 1995 | -0.62% | -0.16% | 1.33x | 2.85x | $-37.89 Million |
| 1996 | 6.19% | 1.49% | 1.43x | 2.91x | $-13.61 Million |
| 1997 | 3.37% | 0.73% | 1.52x | 3.02x | $-22.40 Million |
| 1998 | 12.46% | 2.54% | 1.57x | 3.12x | $9.23 Million |
| 1999 | 7.95% | 1.56% | 1.81x | 2.81x | $-8.24 Million |
| 2000 | 8.43% | 1.67% | 1.75x | 2.88x | $-6.70 Million |
| 2001 | 7.18% | 1.57% | 1.67x | 2.75x | $-12.93 Million |
| 2002 | 8.78% | 2.31% | 1.70x | 2.23x | $-7.23 Million |
| 2003 | 13.65% | 3.94% | 1.81x | 1.92x | $25.69 Million |
| 2004 | 16.96% | 5.24% | 1.87x | 1.73x | $59.91 Million |
| 2005 | 25.37% | 6.63% | 2.02x | 1.90x | $125.61 Million |
| 2006 | 28.95% | 6.61% | 1.88x | 2.33x | $143.98 Million |
| 2007 | 62.10% | 6.11% | 1.87x | 5.43x | $178.81 Million |
| 2008 | 37.92% | 5.38% | 2.08x | 3.39x | $147.69 Million |
| 2009 | 21.19% | 4.26% | 1.73x | 2.88x | $72.05 Million |
| 2010 | 34.84% | 5.26% | 1.93x | 3.42x | $142.31 Million |
| 2011 | 45.28% | 5.68% | 2.00x | 3.99x | $200.25 Million |
| 2012 | 39.19% | 6.14% | 2.05x | 3.11x | $231.17 Million |
| 2013 | 33.82% | 6.13% | 1.98x | 2.78x | $241.14 Million |
| 2014 | 31.12% | 6.08% | 1.81x | 2.82x | $254.34 Million |
| 2015 | 32.86% | 6.90% | 1.70x | 2.80x | $297.20 Million |
| 2016 | 30.56% | 6.59% | 1.71x | 2.71x | $290.68 Million |
| 2017 | 37.31% | 9.55% | 1.65x | 2.36x | $502.33 Million |
| 2018 | 23.30% | 5.68% | 1.69x | 2.42x | $279.45 Million |
| 2019 | 22.78% | 5.63% | 1.68x | 2.41x | $289.62 Million |
| 2020 | 19.46% | 5.25% | 1.62x | 2.29x | $246.02 Million |
| 2021 | 24.40% | 6.25% | 1.75x | 2.23x | $449.02 Million |
| 2022 | 26.44% | 6.54% | 1.91x | 2.11x | $602.67 Million |
| 2023 | 17.75% | 5.68% | 1.46x | 2.15x | $317.91 Million |
| 2024 | 14.22% | 4.72% | 1.42x | 2.12x | $169.44 Million |
| 2025 | 16.78% | 4.99% | 1.47x | 2.28x | $241.77 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares JB Hunt Transport Services Inc's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Integrated Freight & Logistics industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Integrated Freight & Logistics
- Average net assets among peers: $167,372,105
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 11.49%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JB Hunt Transport Services Inc (JBHT) | $3.59 Billion | 21.22% | 1.21x | $22.70 Billion |
| Addentax Group Corp (ATXG) | $-1.10 Million | 0.00% | 0.00x | $3.30 Million |
| Armlogi Holding Corp. Common Stock (BTOC) | $25.31 Million | 55.00% | 2.50x | $14.92 Million |
| CH Robinson Worldwide Inc (CHRW) | $1.04 Billion | 31.11% | 0.74x | $21.83 Billion |
| Tianci International, Inc. Common Stock (CIIT) | $-32.66K | 0.00% | 0.00x | $2.25 Million |
| Callan JMB Inc. Common Stock (CJMB) | $8.80 Million | 24.80% | 0.10x | $4.27 Million |
| Freightos Limited Ordinary shares (CRGO) | $34.92 Million | -46.85% | 0.55x | $77.53 Million |
| Cheetah Net Supply Chain Service Inc. Class A Common Stock (CTNT) | $6.90 Million | 1.94% | 0.46x | $3.10 Million |
| Cryoport Inc (CYRX) | $502.64 Million | 15.58% | 0.52x | $685.47 Million |
| Eastern International Ltd. (ELOG) | $9.54 Million | 12.46% | 1.05x | $12.19 Million |
| Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD) | $44.50 Million | 20.90% | 0.46x | $19.44 Billion |
About JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. provides surface transportation, delivery, and logistic services in the United States. It operates through five segments: Intermodal, Dedicated Contract Services, Integrated Capacity Solutions, Final Mile Services, and Truckload. The JBI segment offers intermodal freight solutions. It operates 124,838 pieces of company-owned trailing equipment; owns and maintain… Read more