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Universal Logistics Holdings vs Marten Transport: ULH and MRTN compared
Universal Logistics Holdings is the larger company: $394M of revenue in its latest quarter (Q3 2026) against $223M for Marten Transport (Q3 2026). Marten Transport is growing faster (+1% against -0.7% a year earlier). Universal Logistics Holdings is more profitable, with an operating margin of 8.3% against 1.4%.
Where the money goes: ULH and MRTN
Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) · Q3 2026
Universal Logistics Holdings, Q3 2026: revenue $394M (-0.7% year over year), operating margin 8.3%, net earnings $18.1M. The chart follows the revenue to costs, profit and cash.
Marten Transport (MRTN) · Q3 2026
Marten Transport, Q3 2026: revenue $223M (+1% year over year), operating margin 1.4%, net earnings $2.9M, operating cash flow $22.6M. The chart follows the revenue to costs, profit and cash.
| Universal Logistics Holdings (ULH) | Marten Transport (MRTN) | |
|---|---|---|
| Latest quarter | Q3 2026 | Q3 2026 |
| Revenue | $394M | $223M |
| Revenue growth, Y/Y | -0.7% | +1% |
| Operating margin | 8.3% | 1.4% |
| Net earnings | $18.1M | $2.9M |
| Net margin | 4.6% | 1.3% |
| Operating cash flow | — | $22.6M |
| Market value | $715M | — |
| Analysts’ mean target | $16.00 | — |
Where the revenue comes from
Universal Logistics Holdings
- Value-added services: $183M (46%)
- Dedicated services: $88.8M (23%)
- Intermodal services: $52.1M (13%)
- Truckload services: $48.9M (12%)
Questions
Which is bigger, Universal Logistics Holdings or Marten Transport?
Universal Logistics Holdings is the larger company: $394M of revenue in its latest quarter (Q3 2026) against $223M for Marten Transport (Q3 2026).
Is Universal Logistics Holdings or Marten Transport growing faster?
Marten Transport is growing faster (+1% against -0.7% a year earlier).
Which is more profitable, Universal Logistics Holdings or Marten Transport?
Universal Logistics Holdings is more profitable, with an operating margin of 8.3% against 1.4%.
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From the companies' latest 10-Q, 10-K or earnings release (8-K filed Oct 29, 2026; 10-Q filed Nov 6, 2026). Fiscal quarters can end on different dates. Not investment advice.