Is CHRW a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 51.5/100. It is ranked #1,115 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 56/100, Momentum 65/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for CHRW?

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) has a "Hold" rating and 3-star score. The composite score of 51.5 ranks it #1,115 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is CHRW in?

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. operates in the Industrials sector (Transportation industry) with a market cap of $19.86 billion. It is classified as a large-cap stock.

Does CHRW pay a dividend?

CHRW does not currently pay a regular dividend. The company may be reinvesting profits for growth.

What is CHRW's P/E ratio?

CHRW has a trailing P/E ratio of 37.08x. The Industrials sector average is 28.3x. This above-average P/E reflects growth expectations or premium valuation.

How profitable is CHRW?

CHRW's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 8.1%. ROE: 29.7% vs sector average 8.9%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is CHRW valued compared to peers?

CHRW's value factor score is 56/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 37.1x, EV/EBITDA 23.9x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is CHRW's debt level?

CHRW's debt-to-equity ratio is 59%. Sector average: 70%. Moderate leverage is normal for established companies.

CHRW has a beta of 0.68, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 69/100.

Does CHRW have high short interest?

CHRW's short interest factor score is 14/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

CHRW Stock Analysis: Hold (Score 51.5/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
CHRW	-3.94%	-2.59%	-7.03%	+1.70%	+81.11%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLI	-0.39%	+4.73%	+0.88%	+10.57%	+38.89%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-3.88%	-6.19%	-7.37%	+2.06%	+51.59%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-3.55%	-7.32%	-7.92%	-8.87%	+42.22%	-	-	-

Metric	CHRW	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	37.1x	+31%
EV/EBITDA	23.9x	+321%
Price / Book	11.0x

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TNK TEEKAY TANKERS LTD.	62	50	97	71	6.3x	91.9%	67.0%	32.8%	-	0.0x	$2.5B	VS
TEN TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD	61	50	86	75	7.8x	42.1%	97.8%	22.6%	-	103.0x	$1.2B	VS
HAFN Hafnia Ltd	60	42	79	77	-	439.1%	48.5%	27.0%	-	0.0x	$3.8B	VS
TPH Tri Pointe Homes, Inc.	57	50	67	66	13.6x	8.8%	47.5%	7.9%	-26.0%	50.0x	$4.0B	VS
GLDD Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP	57	50	69	70	16.3x	13.5%	22.2%	8.1%	14.8%	73.0x	$1.1B	VS
SOBO South Bow Corp	57	39	79	66	21.9x	48.4%	82.3%	14.9%	-	219.0x	$6.8B	VS
IMPP Imperial Petroleum Inc./Marshall Islands	54	44	98	58	2.8x	47.7%	100.0%	34.0%	-19.7%	0.0x	$156M	VS
CCO Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc.	52	48	58	69	59.3x	-	53.4%	-0.3%	7.7%	-	$1.2B	VS
CHRW C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC.	52	50	56	65	37.1x	29.7%	8.1%	3.3%	-7.7%	59.0x	$19.9B
IMXI International Money Express, Inc.	52	50	73	52	11.6x	25.5%	0.0%	6.4%	-9.7%	221.0x	$476M	VS

Key Ratio	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016
Gross Margin %	0.1%	-	-	-	-	-	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Operating Margin %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%
FCF Margin %	-0.4%	-	-	-	-	-	2.7%	5.0%	4.4%	2.2%	3.3%
ROE %	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.7%	0.4%	0.3%	0.3%	0.4%	0.4%	0.4%
ROA %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	0.2%	21.4%	17.1%	13.6%	30.1%	21.7%	19.5%	25.4%	28.1%	23.9%	29.4%

Key Ratio

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

Gross Margin %

0.1%

Operating Margin %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.0%

FCF Margin %

-0.4%

2.7%

5.0%

4.4%

2.2%

3.3%

ROE %

0.3%

0.2%

0.7%

0.4%

0.3%

0.4%

ROA %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

ROIC %

0.2%

21.4%

17.1%

13.6%

30.1%

21.7%

19.5%

25.4%

28.1%

23.9%

29.4%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$17.0B	$16.2B	$17.7B	$17.6B	$24.7B	$23.1B	$16.2B	$15.3B	$16.6B	$14.9B	$13.1B	$13.5B
	$374M	—	—	—	—	—	$1.2B	$1.3B	$1.4B	$1.2B	$1.2B	$1.2B
Gross Margin	8.1%	---	---	---	---	---	7.2%	8.4%	8.2%	8.0%	9.2%	9.0%
	—	$103M	$97M	$99M	$93M	$91M	$102M	$100M	$97M	$93M	$75M	$66M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$15.4B	$17.1B	$17.1B	$23.4B	$22.0B	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$794M	$795M	$669M	$515M	$1.3B	$1.1B	$673M	$790M	$912M	$775M	$838M	$858M
EBIT	$794M	$795M	$669M	$515M	$1.3B	$1.1B	$673M	$790M	$912M	$775M	$838M	$858M
EBITDA	$894M	$898M	$766M	$614M	$1.4B	$1.2B	$775M	$890M	$1.0B	$868M	$838M	$858M
Operating Margin	4.7%	4.9%	3.8%	2.9%	5.1%	4.7%	4.2%	5.2%	5.5%	5.2%	6.4%	6.4%
EBITDA Margin	5.3%	5.5%	4.3%	3.5%	5.5%	5.1%	4.8%	5.8%	6.1%	5.8%	6.4%	6.4%
	—	—	—	—	—	—	$45M	$48M	$32M	$47M	$26M	$36M
	—	$722M	$579M	$409M	$1.2B	$1.0B	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$135M	$114M	$84M	$226M	$178M	$122M	$165M	$216M	$224M	$299M	$313M
	$548M	$587M	$466M	$325M	$941M	$844M	$506M	$577M	$665M	$505M	$513M	$510M
Net Margin	3.3%	3.6%	2.6%	1.8%	3.8%	3.6%	3.1%	3.8%	4.0%	3.4%	3.9%	3.8%
	$4.88	$4.88	$3.89	$2.74	$7.48	$6.37	$3.74	$4.21	$4.78	$3.59	$3.60	$3.52
Diluted EPS	$4.88	$4.83	$3.86	$2.72	$7.40	$6.31	$3.74	$4.21	$4.78	$3.59	$3.60	$3.52
Weighted Avg Basic	—	120M	120M	119M	126M	132M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	122M	121M	120M	127M	134M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$17.0B

$16.2B

$17.7B

$17.6B

$24.7B

$23.1B

$16.2B

$15.3B

$16.6B

$14.9B

$13.1B

$13.5B

$374M

—

$1.2B

$1.3B

$1.4B

$1.2B

Gross Margin

8.1%

---

7.2%

8.4%

8.2%

8.0%

9.2%

9.0%

—

$103M

$97M

$99M

$93M

$91M

$102M

$100M

$97M

$93M

$75M

$66M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$15.4B

$17.1B

$23.4B

$22.0B

—

$794M

$795M

$669M

$515M

$1.3B

$1.1B

$673M

$790M

$912M

$775M

$838M

$858M

EBIT

$794M

$795M

$669M

$515M

$1.3B

$1.1B

$673M

$790M

$912M

$775M

$838M

$858M

EBITDA

$894M

$898M

$766M

$614M

$1.4B

$1.2B

$775M

$890M

$1.0B

$868M

$838M

$858M

Operating Margin

4.7%

4.9%

3.8%

2.9%

5.1%

4.7%

4.2%

5.2%

5.5%

5.2%

6.4%

EBITDA Margin

5.3%

5.5%

4.3%

3.5%

5.5%

5.1%

4.8%

5.8%

6.1%

5.8%

6.4%

—

$45M

$48M

$32M

$47M

$26M

$36M

—

$722M

$579M

$409M

$1.2B

$1.0B

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$135M

$114M

$84M

$226M

$178M

$122M

$165M

$216M

$224M

$299M

$313M

$548M

$587M

$466M

$325M

$941M

$844M

$506M

$577M

$665M

$505M

$513M

$510M

Net Margin

3.3%

3.6%

2.6%

1.8%

3.8%

3.6%

3.1%

3.8%

4.0%

3.4%

3.9%

3.8%

$4.88

$3.89

$2.74

$7.48

$6.37

$3.74

$4.21

$4.78

$3.59

$3.60

$3.52

Diluted EPS

$4.88

$4.83

$3.86

$2.72

$7.40

$6.31

$3.74

$4.21

$4.78

$3.59

$3.60

$3.52

Weighted Avg Basic

—

120M

119M

126M

132M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

122M

121M

120M

127M

134M

—

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. Do?

C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides freight transportation services and logistics solutions to companies in various industries worldwide. The company operates in two segments, North American Surface Transportation and Global Forwarding. It offers transportation and logistics services, such as truckload; less than truckload transportation brokerage services, which include the shipment of single or multiple pallets of freight; intermodal transportation that comprise the shipment service of freight in containers or trailers by a combination of truck and rail; and non-vessel ocean common carrier and freight forwarding services, as well as organizes air shipments and provides door-to-door services. The company also offers customs broker services; and other logistics services, such as fee-based managed, warehousing, small parcel, and other services. It has contractual relationships with approximately 85,000 transportation companies, including motor carriers, railroads, and air and ocean carriers. In addition, the company is involved in buying, selling, and/or marketing of fresh produce, including fresh fruits, vegetables, and other value-added perishable items under the Robinson Fresh name. Further, it provides transportation management services or managed TMS; and other surface transportation services. The company offers its fresh produce to grocery retailers, restaurants, produce wholesalers, and foodservice distributors through a network of independent produce growers and suppliers. C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) is classified as a large-cap stock in the Industrials sector, specifically within the Transportation industry. The company is led by CEO Robert C. Biesterfeld and employs approximately 17,400 people, headquartered in EDEN PRAIRIE, Minnesota. With a market capitalization of $19.9B, CHRW is one of the prominent companies in the Industrials sector.

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) Stock Rating — Hold (April 2026)

As of April 2026, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. receives a Hold rating with a composite score of 51.5/100 and 3 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.CHRW ranks #1,115 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Industrials sector, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. ranks #181 of 752 stocks, placing it in the top quartile of its Industrials peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

CHRW Stock Price and 52-Week Range

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) currently trades at $163.49. The stock lost $6.71 (3.9%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for CHRW is $203.34, which means the stock is currently trading -19.6% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $84.68, putting the stock 93.1% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 2.0M shares, reflecting moderate market activity.

Is CHRW Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) carries a value factor score of 56/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 37.08x, compared to the Industrials sector average of 28.33x — a premium of 31%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 11.01x, versus the sector average of 2.23x. The price-to-sales ratio is 1.20x, compared to 0.50x for the average Industrials stock. On an enterprise value basis, CHRW trades at 23.95x EV/EBITDA, versus 5.70x for the sector.

Overall, CHRW's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 29.7%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 8.9%, which demonstrates strong shareholder value creation. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 10.8% versus the sector average of 3.3%.

On a margin basis, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. reports gross margins of 8.1%, compared to 35.8% for the sector. The operating margin is 4.7% (sector: 6.2%). Net profit margin stands at 3.3%, versus 3.9% for the average Industrials stock. Revenue growth is running at -7.7% on a trailing basis, compared to 6.4% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

CHRW Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 59.0%, compared to the Industrials sector average of 70.0%. Leverage is within a manageable range for the industry, though investors should monitor debt trends over time. The current ratio is 1.53x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage. Total debt on the balance sheet is $1.09B. Cash and equivalents stand at $137M.

CHRW has a beta of 0.68, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. is 69/100, reflecting average volatility within the normal range for its sector.

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. reported revenue of $16.96B and earnings per share (EPS) of $4.88. Net income for the quarter was $548M. Gross margin was 8.1%. Operating income came in at $794M.

In FY 2025, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. reported revenue of $16.23B and earnings per share (EPS) of $4.88. Net income for the quarter was $587M. Revenue grew -8.4% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $795M.

In Q3 2025, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. reported revenue of $4.14B and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.36. Net income for the quarter was $163M. Revenue grew -10.9% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $221M.

In Q2 2025, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. reported revenue of $4.14B and earnings per share (EPS) of $1.27. Net income for the quarter was $152M. Revenue grew -7.7% year-over-year compared to Q2 2024. Operating income came in at $216M.

Over the past 8 quarters, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $4.48B to $16.96B. Investors analyzing CHRW stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

CHRW Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) does not currently pay a dividend. This is common among growth-oriented companies in the Transportation industry that prefer to reinvest cash flows into business expansion rather than returning capital to shareholders. Income-focused investors looking for Industrials dividend stocks may want to explore other Industrials stocks or use the stock screener to filter by dividend yield.

CHRW Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) has a momentum factor score of 65/100, reflecting neutral trend characteristics. The stock is neither significantly outperforming nor underperforming the broader market on a momentum basis. The investment factor score is 36/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 14/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

CHRW vs Competitors — Industrials Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Industrials sector, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) ranks #181 out of 752 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places CHRW in the top quartile of all Industrials stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include South Bow Corp (SOBO) with a score of 56.5/100, TSAKOS ENERGY NAVIGATION LTD (TEN) with a score of 61.4/100, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock CORP (GLDD) with a score of 56.7/100, Tri Pointe Homes, Inc. (TPH) with a score of 57.3/100, and Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (CCO) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing CHRW against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full CHRW vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

CHRW Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy CHRW? — Investment Thesis Summary

C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. presents a balanced picture with arguments on both sides. Price momentum is positive at 65/100, suggesting the trend favors buyers. Low volatility (stability score 69/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, C. H. ROBINSON WORLDWIDE, INC. (CHRW) earns a Hold rating with a composite score of 51.5/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on CHRW stock.

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