Matson (MATX) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions may not translate into further price increase in the near term.

Matson, Inc. (MATX) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
while the company maintains a healthy debt-to-equity ratio of 0.26, the ongoing margin compression and the decline in operating income to $61.4 million in 2026Q1 suggest that cyclical headwinds may continue to weigh on performance.
Matson, Inc. (MATX) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Matson, Inc. (MATX) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 4, 2026 | $1.85vs $1.65+12.1% | $758Mvs $778M-2.5% |
| Q1 2026 | Feb 24, 2026 | $4.60vs $3.69+24.7% | $852Mvs $847M+0.5% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 4, 2025 | $4.24vs $3.25+30.5% | $880Mvs $837M+5.1% |
| Q3 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 | $2.92vs $2.18+33.9% | $831Mvs $838M-0.9% |
Recent stock market news and headlines for Matson, Inc. (MATX)
Matson (MATX) saw its shares surge in the last session with trading volume being higher than average. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions may not translate into further price increase in the near term.

In this article series, I summarize dividend announcements of the past week. Thirteen companies in my database (including 7 banks) announced dividend increases. JPMorgan Chase stands out with a 10% dividend hike, an A+ safety grade, and a new $50B buyback, and trades only 3.35% above fair value. Matson is the week's high-quality non-bank, boasting a 7.34 quality score, 9.4 safety score, and a conservative 10% payout ratio.

WLY, AZZ and MATX raised dividends as market volatility, inflation concerns and rate-hike expectations drive investors toward income-focused stocks.

HONOLULU, June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Matson, Inc. (NYSE: MATX), a leading U.S. carrier in the Pacific, has declared a third quarter dividend of $0.38 per common share. The dividend represents a two-cent, or 5.6%, increase over the previous quarter's dividend and will be paid on September 3, 2026 to all shareholders of record as of the close of business on August 6, 2026.

Matson earns a buy rating due to its niche Pacific routes, premium China service, and resilient earnings profile versus commodity shippers. MATX's expedited China service is positioned for growth as e-commerce and US-China trade flows demand speed and reliability beyond generic ocean shipping. The balance sheet and Capital Construction Fund fully cover upcoming vessel payments, making the current $550–$570 million capex cycle manageable.

Key metrics vs top competitors for Matson, Inc. (MATX)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $198.53 | $6.04B | 14.31 | -2.26% | 13.3% | 16.44% | 0.73% | |
| $23.92 | $2.88B | 6.01 | -18.07% | 1.56% | 2.48% | — | |
| $26.20 | $2.98B | 35.89 | -17.62% | 13.01% | 5.87% | — | |
| $85.23 | $4.22B | 13.68 | -11.38% | 55.39% | 27.13% | — | |
| $15.45 | $630.4M | 17.56 | -23.56% | 18% | 9.01% | — | |
| $111.96 | $95.13B | 17.07 | -2.49% | 5.94% | 32.98% | — |
Matson, Inc. (MATX) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
Matson, Inc. (MATX) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
May 4, 2026·SEC
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Matson, Inc. (MATX) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Matson, Inc. (MATX) reported $3.32B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 169% increase from $1.23B in 1996.
Matson, Inc. (MATX) saw revenue decline by 2.3% over the past year.
Yes, Matson, Inc. (MATX) is profitable, generating $429.1M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (13.3% net margin).
Yes, Matson, Inc. (MATX) pays a dividend with a yield of 0.73%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
Matson, Inc. (MATX) has a return on equity (ROE) of 16.4%. This is reasonable for most industries.
Matson, Inc. (MATX) generated $418.4M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.