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LSTR Stock Forecast: Landstar System, Inc. Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 14 Sept 2026
$172
−0.40% on the day

The 18 Wall Street analysts covering Landstar System, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $193 — +12.2% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 91 of 100 as at 14 Sept 2026 — among the strongest tenth. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.

Market cap
$5.9B
Ticker Nerd rank
91 / 100
Median analyst target
$193
Analysts covering
18
Revenue$1.4B+18.2% y/y
Operating income$63.5M
Net income$49.0M
Free cash flow−$53.3M
Quarterly, 8 quarters to 30 June 2026 · latest quarter's figure shown
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
−3.3%
1M
−9.3%
YTD
+22.3%
1Y
+37.1%
From 52W high
−23.4%
From 52W low
+46.1%
$118
$225
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

LSTR stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Landstar System, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 14 Sept 2026
91 / 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Issuance
88
Revisions
86
Volatility
82
Quality
78
Momentum
69
Accruals
68
Value
63
Growth
58
Size
21

Issuance (88): The share count has been shrinking and the company is not leaning on new borrowing.

Growth (58): Sales and profits are flat, shrinking, or growing more slowly than they were.

Size (21): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.

Built and run by Aslam Ghouse, an ex-Goldman Sachs quant trader with fourteen years in markets.

Wall Street

LSTR stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on LSTR, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars
$120$140$160$180$200$220$240Oct 25Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26LSTRHigh $240Median $193Low $145

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Data provided by Twelve Data

What Wall Street says18 analysts
4 Buy12 Hold2 Sell
Low $145Median $193High $240

The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +12.2% from it.

Recent analyst actionsNewest first

Of the 20 most recent actions, 6 moved their price target up and 2 moved it down.

DateFirmActionRatingTarget
4 Aug 2026Wolfe ResearchUpgradeOutperform$214
29 July 2026BairdMaintainsOutperform$225 → $215
29 July 2026JP MorganMaintainsNeutral$198 → $204
29 July 2026StifelMaintainsHold$186 → $197
28 July 2026TD CowenMaintainsHold$200 → $178
16 July 2026Goldman SachsMaintainsSell—
16 July 2026Goldman SachsMaintainsSell$147 → $168
15 July 2026Truist SecuritiesMaintainsHold$190 → $205
15 July 2026Truist SecuritiesMaintainsHold—
14 July 2026SusquehannaMaintainsNeutral$195 → $230
14 July 2026SusquehannaMaintainsNeutral—
13 July 2026StifelMaintainsHold$175 → $186
13 July 2026StifelMaintainsHold—
6 July 2026Morgan StanleyDowngradeUnderweight—
1 July 2026Evercore ISI GroupMaintainsIn-Line—
25 June 2026BarclaysMaintainsEqual-Weight—
17 June 2026BairdMaintainsOutperform—
5 June 2026Wells FargoMaintainsOverweight—
11 May 2026Morgan StanleyMaintainsEqual-Weight—
29 Apr 2026Evercore ISI GroupMaintainsIn-Line—

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Market Radar

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Computed off the Friday close and sent before the US open.

Market Radar reports the week’s largest rank changes across roughly 4,600 US stocks, the factor behind each one, and where the market went. LSTR appears on the weeks it earns a place.

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Performance

LSTR vs the S&P 500

Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.

Over the twelve months to 14 Sept 2026, Landstar System, Inc. returned +37.1% against +17.0% for the S&P 500, dividends included.

LSTR vs S&P 500, last 12 monthsTotal return, rebased to 100
80100120140160180Oct 25Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26LSTRS&P 500

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Data provided by Twelve Data

Estimates

LSTR analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Which way the estimates are movingNext fiscal year
EPS revision, 90 days
+4.9%
Analysts raising
13
Analysts cutting
2
Fundamentals

Landstar System, Inc. (LSTR) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation
Trailing P/E
44.9×

Cheaper than 16% of US stocks

Price / sales
1.2×

Cheaper than 66% of US stocks

Price / book
7.0×

Cheaper than 14% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
23.1×

Cheaper than 12% of US stocks

Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
18.1%

Higher than 67% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
16.8%

Higher than 55% of US stocks

Gross margin
13.2%

Higher than 12% of US stocks

Operating margin
4.6%

Higher than 54% of US stocks

Net margin
2.6%

Higher than 54% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
15.0%

Higher than 74% of US stocks

Return on assets
7.3%

Higher than 86% of US stocks

Dividend yield
1.0%

Higher than 22% of US dividend payers

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Key statistics

Landstar System, Inc. (LSTR) statistics: revenue, profit & scale

The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.

  • Landstar System, Inc. has a market value of $5.9B and an enterprise value of $5.7B.

  • Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $5.0B. The latest quarter grew 18.1% year on year.

  • Net income over the same four quarters: $131.7M, a 2.6% net margin.

  • Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $3.86.

  • Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $175.6M.

  • Landstar System, Inc. spent $101.7M on share buybacks and $122.8M on dividends in the twelve months to 30 June 2026.

  • Shares outstanding: 33.9M.

  • Trailing P/E: 44.9×; forward P/E: 22.6× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.

  • Forward dividend yield: 1.02%, paying out 41% of earnings.

  • Landstar System, Inc. employs 1,300 people — $3.8M of revenue per employee.

Statement figures: company filings via Twelve Data, four quarters to 30 June 2026 · market figures as at 13 Sept 2026

Data provided by Twelve Data

Peers

LSTR vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelIntegrated Freight & Logistics
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
LSTRLandstar System, Inc.$5.9B
91
GXOGXO Logistics, Inc.$5.4B
58
PBIPitney Bowes, Inc.$2.3B
98
CHRWC.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc.$18.6B
76
FDXFFedEx Freight Holding Co., Inc.$19.4B
1
EXPDExpeditors International of Washington, Inc.$25.2B
98
JBHTJ.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.$26.2B
98

Look up any of the roughly 4,600 stocks we score.

The rank is the raw material. Whether the rules would actually own Landstar System, Inc. — and when they’d sell — is the membership. See the Ticker Nerd 20 →

News

Latest LSTR news & analysis

Landstar EPS Estimates Northbound: How to Play the Stock Now?

Zacks Investment Research · 31 Aug 2026positive

Zacks Investment Research reports that Landstar System (LSTR) shares are moving higher, with EPS estimates trending northbound, and assesses the stock's current positioning to determine whether it is a good investment at this juncture.

Why it matters — A Landstar watcher would care because rising EPS estimates and share-price momentum are key indicators of the company's current market standing and potential investment appeal.

Why Is Landstar (LSTR) Up 2.1% Since Last Earnings Report?

Zacks Investment Research · 27 Aug 2026positive

Landstar (LSTR) reported earnings 30 days ago, and its stock has risen 2.1% since that earnings announcement. The article examines what may come next for the company's shares.

Why it matters — Landstar watchers would care because the stock's post-earnings gain and the outlook discussed in the article offer insight into how the market is responding to the company's latest results.

Dividend Champion, Contender, And Challenger Highlights: Week August 16

Seeking Alpha · 14 Aug 2026neutral

A weekly roundup was published covering dividend activity for Dividend Champions, Contenders, and Challengers, including companies that changed their dividends and those with upcoming ex-dividend dates.

Why it matters — LSTR watchers would care because Landstar System may be included in these dividend-focused lists, and tracking dividend changes or ex-dividend dates is relevant for income-focused investors monitoring the stock.

Should Investors Buy Landstar Stock Post Latest Dividend Hike?

Zacks Investment Research · 13 Aug 2026positive

Landstar System, Inc. (LSTR) recently increased its dividend, continuing its pattern of rewarding shareholders. Zacks Investment Research notes the hike reflects the company's financial strength.

Why it matters — Dividend increases signal strong financial health, which is a key consideration for investors monitoring LSTR's capital-return policy.

Is Landstar Stock a Buy After Its Strong Earnings and Revenue Rebound?

Zacks Investment Research · 6 Aug 2026neutral

LSTR reported a rebound in earnings and revenue, supported by stronger freight pricing and rising estimates, which brightens the buy case. At the same time, the article notes that valuation concerns and weaker cash flow raise risks.

Why it matters — A LSTR watcher would care because the article weighs the company's improved earnings and freight-pricing strength against valuation and cash-flow risks in assessing its investment case.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about LSTR stock

What is the LSTR stock price forecast for 2026-2027?

The 18 Wall Street analysts covering Landstar System, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $193, with estimates ranging from $145 to $240. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Is LSTR stock a buy right now?

Of the 18 analysts covering Landstar System, Inc., 4 rate it a Buy, 12 a Hold and 2 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Landstar System, Inc. 91 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 14 Sept 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank LSTR?

As at 14 Sept 2026, Landstar System, Inc. ranks 91 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Issuance (88 of 100).

Will LSTR stock go up?

No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 18 analysts implies +12.2% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Landstar System, Inc. 91 out of 100 as at 14 Sept 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.

What is the LSTR stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering Landstar System, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for LSTR are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $145 to $240 over the next 12 months.

How has LSTR stock performed over the past year?

Landstar System, Inc. returned +37.1% over the 12 months to 14 Sept 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does Landstar System, Inc. do?

Landstar System, Inc. is a transportation and logistics company that provides integrated freight management solutions for customers across North America and select international markets.

What is the latest news on LSTR?

The most recent item we track (Zacks Investment Research, 31 Aug 2026): "Landstar EPS Estimates Northbound: How to Play the Stock Now?". Zacks Investment Research reports that Landstar System (LSTR) shares are moving higher, with EPS estimates trending northbound, and assesses the stock's current positioning to determine whether it is a good investment at this juncture.

Company

About Landstar System, Inc.

Landstar System, Inc. is a transportation and logistics company that provides integrated freight management solutions for customers across North America and select international markets. Landstar System, Inc. operates through an asset-light model that relies on independent agents, third-party capacity providers, and owner-operators to arrange truckload, less-than-truckload, intermodal, expedited, air, ocean, and specialized transportation services. The company also offers customs brokerage and risk and claims management through its Insurance segment. Its services support a broad range of industries, including automotive, retail, manufacturing, chemicals, food, and heavy equipment, making it an important provider of flexible capacity and supply chain coordination in the logistics market.

CEO Mr. Frank A. Lonegro · 1,300 employees · United States · https://www.landstar.com