Old Dominion Freight Line (NASDAQ: ODFL) is
a less-than-truckload multi-regional motor carrier, providing direct service to 47 states within the South, Northeast, Midwest and West regions of the U.S.A. and to parts of Canada. Through marketing and carrier relationships, it provides service to and from the remaining states, as well as international services around the globe. The company operates a fleet of some 4,600 tractors and 17,900 trailers from nearly 200 service centers. YRC Worldwide (NASDAQ: YRCW) is a major competitor.
Old Dominion surprised the Street last week, with Q4 EPS of 42 cents and revenues of $358.7 million. Analysts had been expecting 42 cents and $345.3 million. Management also guided FY08 EPS to $2.00-$2.05 ($1.93 consensus).
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