Moody's Rating on J. B. Hunt Explained: What Investors Need to Know
By Alexander Ross
Evaluating J.B. Hunt's corporate credit requires benchmarking financial metrics across distinctive operating phases. The following data highlights the carrier's capital structure discipline over the past decade:
| Financial Metric | Historical Baseline (2014, 2019) | Peak Cycle Era (2020, 2022) | Current Cycle (2024, 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moody's Debt Rating | Baa1 (Stable) | Baa1 (Stable) | Baa1 (Stable) |
| Debt-to-EBITDA Leverage | 0.8x, 1.2x | 0.6x, 0.9x | 1.0x, 1.3x |
| Revolving Credit Capacity | $750M, $1.0B | $1.0B | $1.5B (Largely Undrawn) |
| Operating Margin Band | 9.0%, 11.5% | 12.5%, 14.8% | 7.2%, 9.0% |
| Capital Expenditure Range | $600M, $900M | $1.1B, $1.4B | $800M, $1.0B |
Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.
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