HTLD:NSD-Heartland Express Inc (USD)

COMMON STOCK | Trucking |

Last Closing

USD 8.01

Change

-0.14 (-1.72)%

Market Cap

USD 0.73B

Volume

0.49M

Analyst Target

USD 22.13
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About

Heartland Express, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, operates as a short, medium, and long-haul truckload carrier and transportation services provider in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. It primarily provides nationwide asset-based dry van truckload service for shippers; cross-border freight and other transportation services; and temperature-controlled truckload services. The company offers its services under the Heartland Express, Millis Transfer, Smith Transport, and CFI brand names. It primarily serves retailers, manufacturers, and parcel carriers in consumer goods, appliances, food products, and automotive industries. Heartland Express, Inc. was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in North Liberty, Iowa.

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Market Performance

  Market Performance vs. Industry/Classification (Trucking) Market Performance vs. Exchange
  Value Sector Median Percentile Rank Grade Market Median Percentile Rank Grade
YTD  
Capital Gain -28.61% 50% F 26% F
Dividend Return 0.18% 40% F 6% D-
Total Return -28.43% 50% F 26% F
Trailing 12 Months  
Capital Gain -19.58% 78% C+ 39% F
Dividend Return 0.60% 43% F 12% F
Total Return -18.98% 78% C+ 38% F
Trailing 5 Years  
Capital Gain -60.96% 14% F 23% F
Dividend Return 4.29% 33% F 10% F
Total Return -56.68% 14% F 23% F
Average Annual (5 Year Horizon)  
Capital Gain -14.05% 22% F 19% F
Dividend Return -12.92% 22% F 20% F
Total Return 1.13% 71% C- 29% F
Risk Return Profile  
Volatility (Standard Deviation) 17.27% 89% A- 80% B-
Risk Adjusted Return -74.81% 22% F 8% B-
Market Capitalization 0.73B 50% F 69% C-

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Analyst Rating

Target Price Action Rating Action Analyst Rating Price Date

This is a composite scorecard based on the application of evaluation criteria deemed most important by analysts. This is not a buy or sell recommendation.

What to like:
Underpriced compared to book value

The stock is trading low compared to its peers on a price to book value basis and is in the top quartile. It may be underpriced but do check its financial performance to make sure there is no specific reason.

Low volatility

The stock’s annual returns have been stable and consistent compared to its sector peers(for a hold period of at least 12 months) and is in the top quartile. Although stability is good, also keep in mind it can limit returns.

Positive cash flow

The company had positive total cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Positive free cash flow

The company had positive total free cash flow in the most recent four quarters.

Underpriced on free cash flow basis

The stock is trading low compared to its peers on a price to free cash flow basis and is in the top quartile. It may be underpriced but do check its financial performance to make sure there is no specific reason.

Superior Revenue Growth

This stock has shown top quartile revenue growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector.

High Gross Profit to Asset Ratio

This stock is in the top quartile compared to its peers on Gross Profit to Asset Ratio. This is a popular measure among value investors for showing superior returns in the long run.

What to not like:
Poor risk adjusted returns

This company is delivering below median risk adjusted returns in its peers. Even if it is outperforming on returns , the returns are unpredictable. Proceed with caution.

Overpriced compared to earnings

The stock is trading high compared to its peers on a price to earning basis and is above the sector median.

Below median dividend returns

The company’s average income yield over the past 5 years has been low compared to its peers. However, it is not a problem if you are not looking for income.

Low market capitalization

This is among the smaller entities in its sectors with below median market capitalization. That may make it less stable in the long run unless it has a unique technology or market which can help it grow or get acquired in future.

Low Earnings Growth

This stock has shown below median earnings growth in the previous 5 years compared to its sector