UPS 📈 United Parcel Service - Overview

United Parcel Service, Inc. is a multinational package delivery and logistics company that provides a wide range of services, including transportation, delivery, distribution, and contract logistics. The company's operations are divided into two main segments: U.S. Domestic Package and International Package. The U.S. Domestic Package segment offers express delivery services for letters, documents, small packages, and palletized freight within the United States, utilizing a combination of air and ground transportation. This segment is designed to provide time-definite delivery, ensuring that packages are delivered within a specific timeframe, which is critical for businesses and individuals who require fast and reliable shipping.

The International Package segment, on the other hand, provides guaranteed day and time-definite international shipping services to over 220 countries and territories worldwide, including Europe, Asia, the Indian sub-continent, the Middle East, Africa, Canada, and Latin America. This segment offers a range of express options, including expedited shipping and standard shipping, to cater to the diverse needs of its customers. In addition to its package delivery services, the company also offers international air and ocean freight forwarding, post-sales services, and mail and consulting services, making it a one-stop-shop for businesses and individuals with complex logistics needs.

Furthermore, United Parcel Service, Inc. provides a range of specialized services, including truckload and customs brokerage services, supply chain solutions to the healthcare and life sciences industries, fulfillment and transportation management services, and integrated supply chain and shipment insurance solutions. These services are designed to help businesses streamline their logistics operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency. With a history dating back to 1907, the company has established itself as a leader in the logistics industry, with a strong reputation for reliability, flexibility, and customer service. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, United Parcel Service, Inc. is a common stock company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol UPS, with a GICS Sub Industry classification of Air Freight & Logistics.