Landstar vs. ArcBest: Which Trucking Stock Pays the Better Dividend Through a Freight Slump?
Landstar System (LSTR) and ArcBest (ARCB) reported Q3 revenue growth of 25.4% and 15.5%, respectively. Landstar's revenue reached $1.511B, while ArcBest's was $1.211B. Landstar's dividend yield is 1.2% with a payout ratio of 31%, while ArcBest's yield is 0.36% with a 5% payout ratio. Landstar's variable-cost model and lower debt may better protect its dividend during a freight slump, according to the analysis.


