J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. (JBHT) announced that it has been approved for a dual listing on Nasdaq Texas, LLC, a new regional exchange that launched on March 5, 2026. The company’s President and CEO, Shelley Simpson, joined industry leaders and Texas state officials at a closing‑bell ceremony in San Antonio to celebrate the exchange’s debut and the company’s expanded trading footprint.
Nasdaq Texas, which began operations on March 5, competes with NYSE Texas and the upcoming Texas Stock Exchange. The dual listing allows JBHT to trade on both the Nasdaq Global Select Market and the new regional venue, positioning the company to tap into Texas’s business‑friendly environment and the exchange’s advanced technology platform. The move is part of a broader trend of regional exchanges seeking to broaden access to capital for companies with strong ties to the state.
The dual‑listing approval keeps JBHT’s ticker symbol, JBHT, unchanged on both markets, while providing additional liquidity and visibility for investors. The expanded trading venues are expected to broaden the company’s investor base and enhance capital‑raising flexibility, potentially supporting future growth initiatives and strategic investments.
J.B. Hunt’s Texas presence is a key driver of the decision. The company serves more than 1,800 customers, employs roughly 3,100 people, and operates over 100 locations throughout the state. “Nasdaq Texas represents opportunity and future growth, and J.B. Hunt is proud to be part of this growth,” said Shelley Simpson. “We’ll continue to invest in the people, technology and capacity to support our customers’ needs in the region and we’re excited about what comes next — for this market and for the businesses that keep the world moving.”
The dual listing underscores J.B. Hunt’s commitment to leveraging regional strengths while maintaining a national presence. By adding Nasdaq Texas to its trading options, the company positions itself to attract a broader investor base, improve liquidity, and support its long‑term growth strategy in a state that remains a transportation hub.
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