Should You Expect a Demand Recovery for Matson (MATX)?
In its second quarter 2025 investor letter, The London Company Small Cap Strategy highlighted stocks such as Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX). Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX) provides ocean transportation and logistics services. The one-month return of Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX) was -5.68%, and its shares lost 18.35% of their value over the last 52 weeks. On July 28, 2025, Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX) stock closed at $107.92 per share, with a market capitalization of $3.523 billion.
The London Company Small Cap Strategy stated the following regarding Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX) in its second quarter 2025 investor letter:
"Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX) – MATX was a bottom name due to concerns around tariff-related uncertainties impacting China. Markets that are protected by the Jones Act, which form the majority of its business, remain stable and offer a buffer against tariff-related uncertainties in China. Management is focused on maintaining reliable, on-time shipping, expecting a demand recovery as inventories dwindle."
A processional line of imposing cargo ships in a large port, capturing the scope of the company's ocean transportation business.
Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX) is not on our list of 30 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 31 hedge fund portfolios held Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX) at the end of the first quarter, which was 36 in the previous quarter. In Q1 2025, Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX) reported a remarkable year-over-year net income growth of 100.3%, reaching $72.3 million, with diluted earnings per share increasing 109.6% to $2.18. While we acknowledge the potential of Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock.
In another article, we covered Matson, Inc. (NYSE:MATX) and shared the list of best shipping and container stocks to invest in. In addition, please check out our hedge fund investor letters Q2 2025 page for more investor letters from hedge funds and other leading investors.
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