For 25 years or longer, operating ratio (the ratio of operating expenses to operating revenue) has been a common measure of profitability and efficiency in the truckload transportation industry.

Most owner-operators know how to figure out what it costs to run their truck — that’s your breakeven point. But there’s another number that rarely gets enough attention in this industry. It’s the one ...

It is no secret that the transportation sector had a very tough time last year, thanks to the COVID-19 outbreak. Railroads, being one of the most important corners of this widely-diversified sector, ...

If you are managing a portfolio of mutual funds, Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs), or even rental property, you are constantly seeking ways to maximize returns. But have you spent enough time examining ...

As predicted by most analysts, skies over refrigerated trucking began to clear in 2003 as the storm clouds from the two previous years receded and financial results showed distinct improvement. In the ...

Discover how the Investment Income Ratio evaluates insurance profitability through net income vs. premiums. Learn its benefits and calculation methods.