United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) Price Target Raised to $114.00

United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) had its target price upped by Bank of America from $108.00 to $114.00 in a research report sent to investors on Wednesday morning,Benzinga reports. They currently have a neutral rating on the transportation company’s stock.

A number of other equities research analysts have also recently commented on the company. Stifel Nicolaus raised their target price on United Parcel Service from $114.00 to $115.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research report on Wednesday, July 29th. BNP Paribas Exane reduced their price target on United Parcel Service from $90.00 to $85.00 and set an “underperform” rating for the company in a report on Wednesday, September 30th. Susquehanna upped their price target on United Parcel Service from $118.00 to $120.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Wednesday, July 29th. Truist Financial lowered their price target on United Parcel Service from $130.00 to $115.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Wednesday, October 7th. Finally, Wall Street Zen lowered United Parcel Service from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, September 19th. One equities research analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have issued a Buy rating, eleven have given a Hold rating and two have given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has an average rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $118.45.

United Parcel Service Stock Performance

Shares of NYSE UPS opened at $108.35 on Wednesday. The company has a market capitalization of $92.18 billion, a PE ratio of 20.84, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 1.93 and a beta of 1.07. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.67, a quick ratio of 1.18 and a current ratio of 1.24. The company’s fifty day moving average price is $99.19 and its 200 day moving average price is $104.63. United Parcel Service has a 1 year low of $90.84 and a 1 year high of $122.41.

United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) last released its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, October 27th. The transportation company reported $1.69 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $1.62 by $0.07. United Parcel Service had a net margin of 4.84% and a return on equity of 37.78%. The company had revenue of $22.90 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $22.27 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company earned $1.74 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue for the quarter was up 6.9% on a year-over-year basis. On average, research analysts predict that United Parcel Service will post 7.28 earnings per share for the current year.

United Parcel Service Dividend Announcement

The business also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Thursday, September 3rd. Shareholders of record on Monday, August 17th were issued a dividend of $1.64 per share. This represents a $6.56 annualized dividend and a yield of 6.1%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Monday, August 17th. United Parcel Service’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is presently 126.15%.

Insider Activity

In other news, insider Matthew W. Guffey sold 8,318 shares of United Parcel Service stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, October 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $105.39, for a total value of $876,634.02. Following the sale, the insider owned 271 shares in the company, valued at $28,560.69. This trade represents a 96.84% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link. 0.19% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

A number of hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Bauman Advisory Group LLC boosted its holdings in shares of United Parcel Service by 1.1% in the 3rd quarter. Bauman Advisory Group LLC now owns 8,865 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $828,000 after buying an additional 96 shares during the period. Legacy Wealth Managment LLC ID grew its position in shares of United Parcel Service by 48.6% during the 1st quarter. Legacy Wealth Managment LLC ID now owns 309 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $30,000 after buying an additional 101 shares during the last quarter. Wealth Alliance LLC grew its position in shares of United Parcel Service by 3.5% during the 1st quarter. Wealth Alliance LLC now owns 3,013 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $296,000 after buying an additional 102 shares during the last quarter. Altus Wealth Group LLC raised its stake in United Parcel Service by 1.3% during the first quarter. Altus Wealth Group LLC now owns 7,839 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $771,000 after acquiring an additional 104 shares during the period. Finally, TSG Advice Partners LLC raised its stake in United Parcel Service by 2.2% during the first quarter. TSG Advice Partners LLC now owns 4,921 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $484,000 after acquiring an additional 105 shares during the period. 60.26% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

United Parcel Service News Summary

Here are the key news stories impacting United Parcel Service this week:

• Positive Sentiment: UPS exceeded quarterly expectations, reporting $22.90 billion in revenue and adjusted earnings of $1.69 per share versus consensus estimates of $22.27 billion and $1.62, respectively. Management cited stronger premium services, international trade lanes, automation, and improved customer mix. 5 revealing analyst questions from United Parcel Service’s Q3 earnings call
• Positive Sentiment: UPS raised its outlook despite declining shipment volume, suggesting that higher revenue per package, productivity improvements, and cost control are more than offsetting weaker demand. The company plans to use automation and radio-frequency tracking for approximately 70% of packages during the holiday season. Why Did United Parcel Service Raise Guidance Despite Falling Volume?
• Positive Sentiment: Several analysts, including Wells Fargo, Truist, Barclays, Citigroup, Oppenheimer, Bank of America, and UBS, issued bullish commentary or increased their price targets. The recommendations reinforce the view that UPS’s earnings recovery and valuation offer additional upside. Wells Fargo expects UPS stock to rise
• Neutral Sentiment: Comparisons with FedEx highlight UPS’s improved earnings momentum, dividend appeal, and valuation, but also emphasize that future returns depend on sustaining margin gains while handling fewer packages. UPS vs. FedEx: Which Stock Is the Better Buy After Strong Q3 Results?
• Negative Sentiment: Insider Matthew W. Guffey sold 8,318 UPS shares for approximately $876,634, reducing his remaining ownership by 96.84%. While one insider sale is not necessarily a fundamental signal, it may modestly weigh on sentiment. SEC insider transaction filing

United Parcel Service Company Profile

United Parcel Service, Inc (NYSE: UPS) is a global package delivery and logistics company. Its services include the transportation and delivery of packages and freight, time-definite express delivery, supply chain management, customs brokerage, and logistics consulting. UPS serves businesses and consumers through ground, air, and international delivery networks.

The company operates across the United States and in international markets throughout Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Canada, and other regions.