UPS

United Parcel Service Inc. UPS logo

NYSE Industrials

$117.71

+0.54 (+0.46%)

Updated: 7/17/2026, 8:55:00 PM

Open

$116.90

High

$118.39

Low

$116.25

Prev Close

$117.18

Volume

5.10M

Price History

Why Is UPS ▲ Up Today?

+0.46%

UPS edges higher, slightly outperforming sector on modest gains

United Parcel Service (UPS) saw a modest increase in its stock price today, rising by 0.4608% to $117.71. This slight uptick allowed UPS to marginally outperform the broader sector, which also experienced positive movement with an average change of +0.34%. The day's trading volume was 5,096,842 shares.

Key Drivers

Sector Performance

UPS's stock moved in line with the overall positive trend observed in its sector today, slightly outperforming the average.

Generated by Highly Regarded's proprietary market analysis engine. Not financial advice.

Jul 17 ▲ +0.5% UPS edges higher, slightly outperforming sector on modest gains

Jul 16 ▲ +3.1% UPS Outperforms Sector on Strong Institutional Buying and Analyst Optimism

Jul 15 ▼ -0.3% UPS Edges Lower Amidst Modest Sector Gains

Jul 14 ▲ +0.7% UPS Outperforms Sector with Modest Gain

Jul 13 ▲ +0.1% UPS Shows Resilience with Modest Gain Amidst Sector Downturn

Jul 10 ▲ +1.6% UPS Shares Climb, Outperforming Sector Average

Jul 9 ▲ +0.7% UPS Rises on Analyst Upgrades and Bullish Options Activity

Jul 8 ▼ -1.8% UPS Dips Slightly, Mirroring Broader Sector Decline

Jul 7 ▲ +1.8% UPS Shares Climb, Outperforming Sector Amid Positive Investor Sentiment

Jul 6 ▼ -0.8% UPS Dips Slightly, Underperforming Sector on Modest Volume

Jul 3 — +0.0% UPS Remains Flat Amidst Zero Trading Activity

Jul 2 ▲ +0.9% UPS Shares Rise, Outperforming Sector on Positive Sentiment

Jul 1 ▲ +2.1% UPS Rises, Outperforming Sector Amidst Bullish Analyst Commentary

Jun 30 ▼ -0.5% UPS dips slightly, underperforming broader sector

Jun 29 ▼ -0.9% UPS Dips Modestly, Underperforming Broader Sector Gains

Mar 31 ▲ +1.5% UPS Gains Slightly Amidst Sector Outperformance

Mar 30 ▲ +0.2% UPS Edges Higher Amidst Sector Weakness

Mar 27 ▼ -2.6% UPS Stock Drops Amid Sector Weakness and Amazon/USPS Uncertainty

Mar 26 ▼ -0.7% UPS dips slightly amid sector weakness and mixed market sentiment

Mar 25 ▲ +0.2% UPS modestly up amid sector gains and contract negotiation news

Mar 24 ▲ +1.4% UPS Gains Slightly Amidst Sector-Wide Uptrend

Mar 23 ▲ +2.0% UPS Gains Amid Sector Rally and Amazon/USPS Contract Concerns

Mar 20 ▼ -0.7% UPS Declines Amid Sector Weakness and Strategic Transition

Mar 19 ▲ +1.0% UPS Gains Slightly Amidst Sector Weakness

Mar 18 ▼ -1.2% UPS Declines Amidst Sector Weakness and Strategic Shift Concerns

Mar 17 ▲ +0.5% UPS modestly up amid sector decline, dividend stocks in focus

Mar 16 ▲ +0.2% UPS modestly up amid sector outperformance, strategic shift in focus

Mar 13 ▼ -0.7% UPS Stock Dips Slightly Amidst Sector Weakness

Mar 12 ▼ -2.7% UPS Stock Drops Amidst Sector Weakness and Competitive Pressure

Mar 11 ▼ -0.2% UPS dips slightly amid sector weakness and oil price concerns

Financial Highlights

Income Statement

Revenue

$89.48B

Gross Profit

N/A

Operating Income

$8.22B

9.2% margin

Net Income

$5.50B

6.1% margin

EPS (Diluted)

$6.47

Balance Sheet

Total Assets

$71.39B

Total Liabilities

$55.54B

Stockholders' Equity

$15.85B

Cash Flow

Operating Cash Flow

$8.46B

Investing Activities

-$3.79B

Net Cash Flow

$909.0M

Highly Regarded Analysis

Updated Jul 17, 2026 • Refreshes daily

Rating

HODL

Risk

Medium

Target

$136.00

Type

Standard

Executive Summary

United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) is a global shipping and supply chain management company currently undergoing a significant business transformation. The company is strategically shifting its focus from high-volume, lower-margin business, such as certain Amazon volumes, to higher-margin customers and services, including healthcare logistics and business-to-business (B2B) shipments. This transformation involves substantial investments in automation, cost-cutting measures, and network reconfiguration, which has contributed to some short-term financial pressures and volatility in its stock performance. Management anticipates an 'inflection point' in the second half of 2026, expecting improved financial performance and strengthened margins as these strategic initiatives mature.

Bull Case

The bullish scenario for UPS hinges on the successful execution of its 'better, not bigger' strategy, which prioritizes higher-margin customers and services such as healthcare logistics and B2B shipments. The ongoing automation initiatives and network reconfiguration are expected to yield significant cost savings and drive margin expansion. Management's projection of an 'inflection point' in the latter half of 2026, leading to improved financial performance, is a key driver. The stock may be currently undervalued, offering an attractive entry point. Additionally, UPS benefits from its dominant market position and commitment to consistent dividend payments.

Bear Case

The bear case for UPS involves several challenges, including potential limitations on global trade and intense competition within the logistics sector. Labor union requirements and ongoing labor relations can also present headwinds. Uncertainty in international trade and the continued reduction of lower-margin Amazon volumes could pressure revenue and impact profitability. The execution risks associated with the large-scale transformation program, coupled with the potential impact of economic downturns and geopolitical instability, remain significant concerns.

Technical Outlook

UPS stock is currently trading around $117.18, having experienced a notable rally of approximately 35% over the last six months and a 21.8% gain year-to-date. The price is within its 52-week trading range of $82.00 to $122.41. While some analysts view the stock as undervalued based on intrinsic value, its current P/E ratio of 19.0x is higher than its 5-year median of 15.7x, although it remains below the peer average.

Fundamental Health

UPS reported strong Q1 2026 earnings per share of $1.07, surpassing analyst estimates, despite a slight year-over-year revenue decline of 1.4% to $21.20 billion. The company's core strategy emphasizes cost efficiency and margin expansion through automation and network optimization. For the full year 2026, UPS projects revenue of approximately $89.7 billion with a non-GAAP adjusted operating margin of around 9.6%. The company maintains a strong return on equity and offers a consistent dividend, with a trailing dividend yield of 5.81%. Its debt-to-equity ratio stands at 1.50.

Key Catalysts

Successful execution of the 'better, not bigger' strategy and network reconfiguration for improved profitability.
Realization of cost savings and efficiency gains from extensive automation initiatives.
Demonstrated improvement in operating margins and revenue growth in the second half of 2026.
Continued growth and expansion in higher-margin segments like healthcare logistics and B2B shipments.
Resolution of ongoing trade uncertainties and favorable developments in labor relations.
The upcoming Q2 2026 earnings release on July 28, 2026.

Sources

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This analysis was conducted by Highly Regarded's proprietary market analysis engine. It is not financial advice. Always do your own research and consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.