J.B. Hunt Transport Services (NASDAQ:JBHT), one of the largest U.S. truckload carriers, reported first quarter 2012 earnings of 57 cents per share, which surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 52 cents. Earnings per share soared 42.5% from 40 cents earned in the year-ago quarter on strong growth across most segments.
Total revenue increased 16.5% year over year to $1.17 billion, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.15 billion. The year-over-year growth was aided by higher shipment in each … [visit site to read more] or compare Credit Card Rewards and Best Credit Cards