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SEC filingStrong operational leverage drove a near-doubling of operating income on flat revenue, with cash flow surging on working capital improvements.
Revenue for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 was $214.1 million, essentially flat compared to $214.0 million in the prior year period. The slight increase of 6.0% was driven by contributions from recent acquisitions, which offset declines in project charter volumes. The revenue stability, however, belies a significant improvement in profitability, as operating income nearly doubled to $6.5 million from $3.3 million, representing a 96.3% increase. This operating leverage was achieved through disciplined cost management and a favorable shift in revenue mix toward higher-margin services.
Despite the improvement in operating income, the company experienced margin pressure from changes in business mix. The increase in commissions was primarily due to a change in gross profit product mix generated from strategic operating partners, partially offset by conversions of strategic operating partners to Company-owned locations. Additionally, inflationary pressures, tariff and trade policy uncertainty, and geopolitical tensions continue to create volatility in shipment volumes, pricing dynamics, and operating margins. Management emphasizes measuring operating costs as a function of adjusted gross profit, as cost control directly impacts operating results.
The company's MM&D service contracts provide inventory management, order fulfillment, warehousing, and transportation arrangement. The decrease in technology spending from consolidating transportation management systems was partially offset by an increase in professional service fees. Headcount increased from recent acquisitions, contributing to higher personnel costs. Looking ahead, the company continues to navigate a volatile operating environment, but its focus on cost control and operational efficiency positions it to capitalize on market opportunities.