Expeditors International of Washington, Delta Air Lines, and J.B. Hunt Transport Services each reported fourth-quarter earnings reflecting a blend of achievements and setbacks. Expeditors outperformed earnings projections with $1.49 per share but experienced a significant 11.3% decline in year-over-year earnings and a 3.3% drop in total revenues, despite growth in airfreight services. Delta also exceeded earnings expectations at $1.55 per share, yet it saw a 16.22% decrease in revenue year-over-year, while J.B. Hunt's earnings of $1.90 per share surpassed estimates, although it fell short on total operating revenues.
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