United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) Stock Acquired Rep. Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr.

Representative Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr. (D-California) recently bought shares of United Parcel Service, Inc. (NYSE:UPS). In a filing disclosed on February 13th, the Representative disclosed that they had bought between $1,001 and $15,000 in United Parcel Service stock on January 9th. The trade occurred in the Representative’s “150 MAIN STREET TRUST > BANK OF AMERICA” account.

Representative Gilbert Ray Cisneros, Jr. also recently made the following trade(s):

• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Hermès International Société en commandite par actions (OTCMKTS:HESAF) on 2/3/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Tencent (OTC:TCTZF) on 2/3/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Xiaomi (OTCMKTS:XIACF) on 2/3/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (OTCMKTS:MHVYF) on 2/3/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Banco Santander (NYSE:SAN) on 2/3/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Leonardo (OTCMKTS:FINMF) on 2/3/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ:COST) on 1/30/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Transdigm Group (NYSE:TDG) on 1/30/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of Cloudflare (NYSE:NET) on 1/30/2026.
• Purchased $1,001 – $15,000 in shares of AutoZone (NYSE:AZO) on 1/30/2026.

United Parcel Service Price Performance

NYSE:UPS opened at $116.71 on Friday. United Parcel Service, Inc. has a 52 week low of $82.00 and a 52 week high of $123.70. The stock’s fifty day moving average is $107.82 and its two-hundred day moving average is $95.80. The company has a market capitalization of $99.01 billion, a P/E ratio of 17.79, a P/E/G ratio of 1.85 and a beta of 1.11. The company has a quick ratio of 1.30, a current ratio of 1.22 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.45.

United Parcel Service (NYSE:UPS) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, January 27th. The transportation company reported $2.38 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $2.20 by $0.18. The firm had revenue of $24.48 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $23.91 billion. United Parcel Service had a return on equity of 38.30% and a net margin of 6.28%.The company’s quarterly revenue was down 3.2% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the company earned $2.75 EPS. Equities analysts expect that United Parcel Service, Inc. will post 7.95 EPS for the current year.

United Parcel Service Dividend Announcement

The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Thursday, March 5th. Shareholders of record on Tuesday, February 17th will be paid a dividend of $1.64 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Tuesday, February 17th. This represents a $6.56 annualized dividend and a yield of 5.6%. United Parcel Service’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 100.00%.

Key Stories Impacting United Parcel Service

Here are the key news stories impacting United Parcel Service this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Analyst outlooks and scenario pieces highlight upside over the next year if cost cuts and mix improvements stick; the Motley Fool snapshot argues a compelling one‑year upside while warning execution risk. Where Will UPS Be in 1 Year?
• Positive Sentiment: Longer-term TAM expansion: a new industry market report cites bio‑pharmaceutical logistics as a fast‑growing area (includes UPS among leading providers) — a potential high-margin growth corridor (cold chain, cell & gene therapies, IoT tracking). Bio-Pharmaceutical Logistics Market Report 2026-2035
• Neutral Sentiment: Income/valuation pieces mention UPS as a high‑yield turnaround candidate for income investors, but these are speculative and hinge on execution of cuts and margin recovery. Top High-Yield Stocks to Double Up on Right Now
• Neutral Sentiment: Valuation and strategy analyses are re‑rating UPS as facility closures and shifts in Amazon volumes reshape the business — these writeups balance near‑term hits with potential structural benefits from a leaner network. A Look At United Parcel Service’s Valuation
• Negative Sentiment: Operational disruption: UPS disclosed nearly two dozen package facilities slated for closure in 2026 and plans to shutter a Columbia, SC area hub — these moves signal sizable layoffs and short‑term disruption to volumes and local operations. UPS is closing package facilities: See the list
• Negative Sentiment: Labor/legal risk: the Teamsters told a judge they want to block UPS’s $150,000 driver buyouts, warning that thousands could accept — if the program is blocked or litigated, UPS may face higher costs or slower headcount reductions. Teamsters urge judge to block UPS buyouts
• Negative Sentiment: Investor rotation risk: coverage notes money rotating into FedEx (restructuring/spin plans) as FedEx hits highs — that shift can weigh on UPS multiple and relative performance. Beyond the Box: How FedEx Is Winning

Insider Buying and Selling

In related news, insider Norman M. Brothers, Jr. sold 25,014 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, January 28th. The shares were sold at an average price of $106.15, for a total value of $2,655,236.10. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which can be accessed through the SEC website. 0.13% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.

Institutional Inflows and Outflows

A number of hedge funds and other institutional investors have recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Norges Bank purchased a new stake in United Parcel Service during the fourth quarter worth approximately $902,446,000. Victory Capital Management Inc. raised its holdings in United Parcel Service by 72.9% during the fourth quarter. Victory Capital Management Inc. now owns 13,818,314 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $1,370,639,000 after purchasing an additional 5,826,824 shares in the last quarter. AQR Capital Management LLC lifted its position in shares of United Parcel Service by 175.7% during the 4th quarter. AQR Capital Management LLC now owns 5,200,135 shares of the transportation company’s stock worth $515,801,000 after buying an additional 3,314,166 shares during the last quarter. Pacer Advisors Inc. boosted its holdings in shares of United Parcel Service by 507.8% in the 4th quarter. Pacer Advisors Inc. now owns 3,244,234 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $321,796,000 after buying an additional 2,710,470 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Laurel Wealth Advisors LLC grew its position in shares of United Parcel Service by 11,517.3% in the 2nd quarter. Laurel Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 2,503,413 shares of the transportation company’s stock valued at $252,695,000 after buying an additional 2,481,864 shares during the last quarter. 60.26% of the stock is currently owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.

Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth

UPS has been the subject of a number of recent analyst reports. BNP Paribas Exane cut shares of United Parcel Service from a “neutral” rating to an “underperform” rating and set a $85.00 price target for the company. in a research report on Tuesday, January 13th. TD Cowen lifted their target price on shares of United Parcel Service from $101.00 to $115.00 and gave the company a “hold” rating in a report on Wednesday, January 28th. Stephens boosted their target price on United Parcel Service from $113.00 to $115.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a research report on Wednesday, January 28th. Wolfe Research restated a “peer perform” rating on shares of United Parcel Service in a research report on Thursday, January 8th. Finally, Wells Fargo & Company boosted their price objective on United Parcel Service from $96.00 to $110.00 and gave the company an “equal weight” rating in a report on Wednesday, January 28th. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, nine have issued a Buy rating, fourteen have given a Hold rating and three have issued a Sell rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat, the company presently has a consensus rating of “Hold” and an average price target of $113.67.

About Representative Cisneros

Gil Cisneros (Democratic Party) is a member of the U.S. House, representing California’s 31st Congressional District. He assumed office on January 3, 2025. His current term ends on January 3, 2027.

Cisneros (Democratic Party) is running for re-election to the U.S. House to represent California’s 31st Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.

Gil Cisneros served in the U.S. Navy as a supply officer from 1994 to 2004. Cisneros earned a bachelor’s degree in political science from George Washington University in 1994, a master’s in business administration from Regis University in 2002, and a master’s degree in urban education policy from Brown University in 2015. His career experience includes working as a logistics manager for Frito-Lay. In 2010, Cisneros won the lottery and became involved in activism and philanthropy, founding a scholarship program for local high school students. In 2021, President Joe Biden (D) appointed Cisneros as under secretary of defense for personnel and readiness.

About United Parcel Service

United Parcel Service (NYSE: UPS) is a global package delivery and supply chain management company that provides a broad range of transportation, logistics and e-commerce services. Its core business centers on small-package delivery and last-mile distribution for business and individual customers, supported by a network of ground transportation, air cargo operations (UPS Airlines) and sorting facilities. In addition to parcel delivery, UPS offers freight transportation, contract logistics, warehousing, customs brokerage and reverse-logistics solutions designed to support domestic and international commerce.

The company traces its roots to 1907 when it began as a small messenger service in the United States and later evolved into the United Parcel Service.