Coyle Financial Counsel LLC Takes $481,000 Position in United Parcel Service, Inc. $UPS

Coyle Financial Counsel LLC bought a new stake in United Parcel Service, Inc. (NYSE:UPS) during the third quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The institutional investor bought 5,758 shares of the transportation company’s stock, valued at approximately $481,000.

A number of other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also bought and sold shares of the business. CFS Investment Advisory Services LLC raised its stake in United Parcel Service by 2.6% in the third quarter. CFS Investment Advisory Services LLC now owns 4,268 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $372,000 after buying an additional 108 shares during the period. Center for Financial Planning Inc. raised its stake in United Parcel Service by 4.6% in the 3rd quarter. Center for Financial Planning Inc. now owns 2,558 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $214,000 after acquiring an additional 112 shares during the period. Wealth Advisory Solutions LLC lifted its holdings in United Parcel Service by 2.3% during the 3rd quarter. Wealth Advisory Solutions LLC now owns 5,163 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $431,000 after purchasing an additional 118 shares during the last quarter. Westside Investment Management Inc. boosted its position in United Parcel Service by 14.8% during the second quarter. Westside Investment Management Inc. now owns 960 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $97,000 after purchasing an additional 124 shares during the period. Finally, Country Trust Bank increased its holdings in shares of United Parcel Service by 4.8% in the second quarter. Country Trust Bank now owns 2,747 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $277,000 after purchasing an additional 125 shares during the last quarter. Institutional investors own 60.26% of the company’s stock.

United Parcel Service Stock Up 1.0%

NYSE UPS opened at $116.71 on Friday. The company has a current ratio of 1.22, a quick ratio of 1.30 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.45. The company has a market cap of $99.01 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 17.79, a PEG ratio of 1.83 and a beta of 1.11. The company has a 50 day moving average of $107.82 and a 200-day moving average of $95.73. United Parcel Service, Inc. has a 1-year low of $82.00 and a 1-year high of $123.70.

United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, January 27th. The transportation company reported $2.38 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.20 by $0.18. United Parcel Service had a return on equity of 38.30% and a net margin of 6.28%.The business had revenue of $24.48 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $23.91 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $2.75 earnings per share. The firm’s quarterly revenue was down 3.2% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, equities research analysts expect that United Parcel Service, Inc. will post 7.95 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.

United Parcel Service Dividend Announcement

The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, March 5th. Investors of record on Tuesday, February 17th will be paid a $1.64 dividend. This represents a $6.56 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 5.6%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, February 17th. United Parcel Service’s payout ratio is 100.00%.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

A number of analysts have recently issued reports on UPS shares. Stephens raised their target price on shares of United Parcel Service from $113.00 to $115.00 and gave the stock an “equal weight” rating in a research note on Wednesday, January 28th. BMO Capital Markets boosted their price objective on United Parcel Service from $105.00 to $110.00 and gave the stock a “market perform” rating in a report on Wednesday, January 28th. Citigroup decreased their target price on United Parcel Service from $126.00 to $120.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research report on Wednesday, January 28th. Wall Street Zen raised United Parcel Service from a “sell” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Saturday, November 1st. Finally, Truist Financial boosted their price target on United Parcel Service from $120.00 to $130.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, January 28th. Two analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, nine have assigned a Buy rating, fourteen have given a Hold rating and three have issued a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, United Parcel Service has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average target price of $113.67.

More United Parcel Service News

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

• Positive Sentiment: Analyst outlooks and scenario pieces highlight upside over the next year if cost cuts and mix improvements stick; the Motley Fool snapshot argues a compelling one‑year upside while warning execution risk. Where Will UPS Be in 1 Year?
• Positive Sentiment: Longer-term TAM expansion: a new industry market report cites bio‑pharmaceutical logistics as a fast‑growing area (includes UPS among leading providers) — a potential high-margin growth corridor (cold chain, cell & gene therapies, IoT tracking). Bio-Pharmaceutical Logistics Market Report 2026-2035
• Neutral Sentiment: Income/valuation pieces mention UPS as a high‑yield turnaround candidate for income investors, but these are speculative and hinge on execution of cuts and margin recovery. Top High-Yield Stocks to Double Up on Right Now
• Neutral Sentiment: Valuation and strategy analyses are re‑rating UPS as facility closures and shifts in Amazon volumes reshape the business — these writeups balance near‑term hits with potential structural benefits from a leaner network. A Look At United Parcel Service’s Valuation
• Negative Sentiment: Operational disruption: UPS disclosed nearly two dozen package facilities slated for closure in 2026 and plans to shutter a Columbia, SC area hub — these moves signal sizable layoffs and short‑term disruption to volumes and local operations. UPS is closing package facilities: See the list
• Negative Sentiment: Labor/legal risk: the Teamsters told a judge they want to block UPS’s $150,000 driver buyouts, warning that thousands could accept — if the program is blocked or litigated, UPS may face higher costs or slower headcount reductions. Teamsters urge judge to block UPS buyouts
• Negative Sentiment: Investor rotation risk: coverage notes money rotating into FedEx (restructuring/spin plans) as FedEx hits highs — that shift can weigh on UPS multiple and relative performance. Beyond the Box: How FedEx Is Winning

Insider Buying and Selling

In related news, insider Norman M. Brothers, Jr. sold 25,014 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, January 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $106.15, for a total transaction of $2,655,236.10. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at this link. 0.13% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.

United Parcel Service Profile

United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS) is a global package delivery and supply chain management company that provides a broad range of transportation, logistics and e-commerce services. Its core business centers on small-package delivery and last-mile distribution for business and individual customers, supported by a network of ground transportation, air cargo operations (UPS Airlines) and sorting facilities. In addition to parcel delivery, UPS offers freight transportation, contract logistics, warehousing, customs brokerage and reverse-logistics solutions designed to support domestic and international commerce.

The company traces its roots to 1907 when it began as a small messenger service in the United States and later evolved into the United Parcel Service.