Heartland Express Inc

Heartland Express Inc Stock Forecast & Price Prediction

Live Heartland Express Inc Stock (HTLD) Price
$12.02

6

Ratings

  • Buy 0
  • Hold 4
  • Sell 2
Disclaimer : Analyst ratings and price forecasts are sourced from Wall St analysts and other experts. These projections are speculative and do not guarantee future stock performance. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as advice to buy or sell any security.

Stock Price

$12.02

P/E Ratio

52.42

Volume Traded Today

$346,251

Dividend

$0.02

52 Week High/low

14.60/9.63

Heartland Express Inc Market Cap

$943.5M

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HTLD Summary

Based on ratings from 6 stock analysts, the Heartland Express Inc stock price is expected to decrease by 3.49% in 12 months. This is calculated by using the average 12-month stock price forecast for Heartland Express Inc. The lowest target is $11 and the highest is $12. Please note analyst price targets are not guaranteed and could be missed completely.

HTLD Analyst Ratings

About 6 Wall Street analysts have assigned HTLD 0 buy ratings, 4 hold ratings, and 2 sell ratings. This means that analysts expect Heartland Express Inc to generate similar returns as the market. Keep in mind that these ratings are typically refreshed every quarter, underscoring the importance of conducting your own research on HTLD. Don't forget to include both technical and fundamental analysis, as well as staying informed on news that could influence these ratings, in your due diligence.

HTLD stock forecast by analyst

These are the latest 20 analyst ratings of HTLD.

Analyst/Firm

Rating

Price Target

Change

Date

Brandon Oglenski
Barclays

Underweight

$11

Maintains

Nov 13, 2024
Brandon Oglenski
Barclays

Underweight

$10

Maintains

Nov 4, 2024
Thomas Wadewitz
UBS

Neutral

$12

Maintains

Oct 30, 2024
Brandon Oglenski
Barclays

Underweight

$11

Maintains

Aug 1, 2024
Brian Ossenbeck
JP Morgan

Underweight

$10

Downgrade

Jul 9, 2024
Thomas Wadewitz
UBS

Neutral

$13

Downgrade

Jul 9, 2024
Brandon Oglenski
Barclays

Underweight

$10

Maintains

Apr 30, 2024
Brian Ossenbeck
JP Morgan

Neutral

$12

Maintains

Apr 24, 2024
Brian Ossenbeck
JP Morgan

Neutral

$13

Maintains

Apr 9, 2024
Brandon Oglenski
Barclays

Underweight

$11

Maintains

Apr 1, 2024
Ravi Shanker
Morgan Stanley

Equal-Weight

$14

Maintains

Feb 12, 2024
Brian Ossenbeck
JP Morgan

Neutral

$14

Maintains

Dec 21, 2023
Ravi Shanker
Morgan Stanley

Equal-Weight

$16

Maintains

Oct 2, 2023
Ravi Shanker
Morgan Stanley

Equal-Weight

$17

Maintains

Aug 7, 2023
Jack Atkins
Stephens & Co.

Equal-Weight

$17

Reiterates

Aug 1, 2023
Ravi Shanker
Morgan Stanley

Equal-Weight

$18

Reiterates

Jul 6, 2023
Jack Atkins
Stephens & Co.

Equal-Weight

$16

Reiterates

May 1, 2023
Brandon Oglenski
Barclays

Underweight

$14

Maintains

Jan 11, 2023
Ravi Shanker
Morgan Stanley

Equal-Weight

$18

Maintains

Jan 11, 2023
Thomas Wadewitz
UBS

Buy

$18

Upgrade

Nov 11, 2022

HTLD Company Information

What They Do: Provides truckload transportation services in North America.

Business Model: The company operates as a truckload carrier, earning revenue primarily through its asset-based dry van and temperature-controlled trucking services. It serves a variety of industries, including consumer goods, appliances, food products, and automotive, utilizing both domestic and cross-border transportation.

Other Information: Founded in 1978 and headquartered in North Liberty, Iowa, the company operates under the Heartland Express and Millis Transfer brands, catering to a diverse clientele that includes retailers and manufacturers.
HTLD
Heartland Express Inc (HTLD)

When did it IPO

1990

Staff Count

6,040

Country

United States

Sector/Industry

Industrials/Trucking

CEO

Mr. Michael J. Gerdin

Market Cap

$943.5M

Heartland Express Inc (HTLD) Financial Data

In 2023, HTLD generated $1.21B in revenue, which was a increase of 24.74% from the previous year. This can be seen as a signal that HTLD's business is growing, and its share price could be worth more in the future. However, if the company grows faster (or slower) than expected, this could also have a major impact on the future share price.

Revenue From 2020

$645.3M

Revenue From 2021

$607.3M

-5.89 %
From Previous Year

Revenue From 2022

$968.0M

59.40 %
From Previous Year

Revenue From 2023

$1.21B

24.74 %
From Previous Year
  • Revenue TTM $1.08B
  • Operating Margin TTM -2.9%
  • Gross profit TTM $145.3M
  • Return on assets TTM -1.6%
  • Return on equity TTM -2.7%
  • Profit Margin -2.1%
  • Book Value Per Share 10.52%
  • Market capitalisation $943.5M
  • Revenue for 2021 $607.3M
  • Revenue for 2022 $968.0M
  • Revenue for 2023 $1.21B
  • EPS this year (TTM) $-0.28

Heartland Express Inc (HTLD) Latest News

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Mon, 25 Nov 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - GlobeNewsWire

Summary - Heartland Express, Inc. (Nasdaq: HTLD) CFO Chris Strain will speak at the 2024 UBS Global Industrials and Transportation Conference on December 4, 2024.

Why It Matters - Heartland Express's CFO's participation in a major conference signals potential insights into company strategy and performance, impacting investor sentiment and stock valuation.

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Wed, 06 Nov 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - Zacks Investment Research

Summary - Investors should monitor Heartland Express (HTLD) stock due to recent activity in the options market indicating potential volatility.

Why It Matters - Increased options activity around Heartland Express (HTLD) may signal heightened investor interest or volatility expectations, potentially impacting stock performance.

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Sat, 02 Nov 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - CNBC

Summary - Companies are increasingly engaging with investors regarding the presidential election, a shift from previous cycles.

Why It Matters - Increased dialogue about the presidential election indicates potential market volatility and shifts in regulatory outlook, affecting investment strategies and risk assessments.

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Tue, 29 Oct 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - GlobeNewsWire

Summary - Heartland Express, Inc. (Nasdaq: HTLD) reported its financial results for Q3 and the first nine months of 2024 on October 29, 2024.

Why It Matters - Heartland Express's financial results can indicate its performance and growth potential, influencing stock price and investor sentiment in the transportation sector.

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Tue, 29 Oct 2024

Sentiment - NEGATIVE

Source - Zacks Investment Research

Summary - Heartland Express (HTLD) reported a quarterly loss of $0.12 per share, exceeding the Zacks Consensus Estimate of a $0.02 loss, compared to a loss of $0.14 per share a year earlier.

Why It Matters - Heartland Express's larger-than-expected quarterly loss signals potential operational issues, raising concerns about profitability and future performance, which may impact investor confidence and stock value.

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Tue, 29 Oct 2024

Sentiment - POSITIVE

Source - Zacks Investment Research

Summary - Heartland Express (HTLD) reported its quarterly performance for September 2024. Investors should compare key metrics against Wall Street estimates and year-ago figures for context.

Why It Matters - Comparing Heartland Express's performance against Wall Street estimates and prior year results helps gauge growth, profitability, and market expectations, influencing investment decisions.

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HTLD Frequently asked questions

The highest forecasted price for HTLD is $12 from at Deutsche Bank.

The lowest forecasted price for HTLD is $11 from Brandon Oglenski from Barclays

The HTLD analyst ratings consensus are 0 buy ratings, 4 hold ratings, and 2 sell ratings.