Saia, Inc. Reports Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results and Announces $250 Million Stock Repurchase Authorization

Saia reported third-quarter 2026 diluted earnings per share of $3.41, up from $3.22 a year earlier, alongside record revenue and tonnage per workday. Revenue per shipment excluding fuel surcharges rose 5.8% year over year. The board authorized an immediate stock repurchase program of up to $250 million, which may use open-market purchases or 10b5-1 plans. At quarter-end, Saia had $202.5 million in cash and $100 million in total debt.