Executive readout · one minute
What the filings say
- 8-K earnings release · filed Oct 21, 2026
- Heartland Express, Inc. reported operating revenue of $179.5 million and net income of $1.0 million for the three months ended September 30, 2026, with a 98.7% operating ratio. It paid $35 million toward acquisition-related debt and held $48.5 million in cash.
- 10-Q report · filed Nov 6, 2026
- Heartland Express, Inc. reported nine-month net income of $6.7 million versus a $33.0 million net loss as operating revenue fell to $539.9 million from $626.4 million. The operating ratio improved to 97.1% from 105.5%, while higher diesel prices pressured results.
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