Blue Bird Corp
$ 47.00
0.88%
31 Dec - close price
- Market Cap 1,490,603,000 USD
- Current Price $ 47.00
- High / Low $ 47.22 / 46.14
- Stock P/E 12.11
- Book Value 8.01
- EPS 3.88
- Next Earning Report 2026-02-04
- Dividend Per Share N/A
- Dividend Yield 0 %
- Next Dividend Date -
- ROA 0.18 %
- ROE 0.62 %
- 52 Week High 61.95
- 52 Week Low 30.04
About
Blue Bird Corporation (BLBD) is a prominent manufacturer specializing in school buses and related components, primarily targeting the U.S. and Canadian markets while also pursuing international growth. Headquartered in Macon, Georgia, Blue Bird is distinguished by its innovative designs and a strong commitment to safety and sustainability, particularly with its advancements in electric bus technologies. Known for its high-quality and durable vehicles, the company serves a wide-ranging clientele, including school districts and contractors, positioning itself as a vital player in the progressive landscape of student transportation.
Analyst Target Price
$63.75
Quarterly Earnings
| Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | Jun 2023 | Mar 2023 | Dec 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2025-11-24 | 2025-08-06 | 2025-05-06 | 2025-02-05 | 2024-12-09 | 2024-08-07 | 2024-05-08 | 2024-02-07 | 2023-12-11 | 2023-08-09 | 2023-05-11 | 2023-02-08 |
| Reported EPS | 1.32 | 1.12 | 0.96 | 0.92 | 0.77 | 0.91 | 0.89 | 0.91 | 0.66 | 0.44 | 0.27 | -0.3 |
| Estimated EPS | 1.05 | 1 | 0.9507 | 0.8105 | 0.6545 | 0.51 | 0.49 | 0.37 | 0.48 | 0.25 | 0.08 | -0.32 |
| Surprise | 0.27 | 0.12 | 0.0093 | 0.1095 | 0.1155 | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.54 | 0.18 | 0.19 | 0.19 | 0.02 |
| Surprise Percentage | 25.7143% | 12% | 0.9782% | 13.5102% | 17.6471% | 78.4314% | 81.6327% | 145.9459% | 37.5% | 76% | 237.5% | 6.25% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
| Dec 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-02-04 |
| Fiscal Date Ending | 2025-12-31 |
| Estimated EPS | 0.77 |
| Currency | USD |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | - |
| Dividend Yield | - |
| Next Dividend Date | - |
| Ex-Dividend Date | - |
Recent News: BLBD
2025-12-30 19:09:07
Phil Horlock, former CEO of Blue Bird Corporation (NASDAQ: BLBD) and a member of its Board of Directors, has retired from the board, effective immediately. Horlock served as President & CEO for over 12 years, during which he led the company through significant growth and value creation. Doug Grimm, Chairman of the Board, thanked Horlock for his extraordinary service and credited his vision for shaping the company's strong foundation.
2025-12-30 00:09:17
Blue Bird Corporation announced the immediate resignation of Mr. Phil Horlock from its Board of Directors on December 24, 2025. The company stated that his resignation was not due to any disagreements with the company's operations, policies, or practices. This information was based on an original SEC filing.
2025-12-29 23:09:17
Phil Horlock, former CEO and board member of Blue Bird Corporation, has resigned from the company's board of directors. Horlock led the school bus manufacturer for over 12 years and remained on the board to offer strategic guidance after transitioning leadership. Blue Bird Corporation, valued at $1.59 billion, has seen its stock gain over 31% year-to-date and recently reported impressive fiscal fourth-quarter results for 2025.
2025-12-22 21:35:00
DA Davidson has reiterated a buy rating for Blue Bird Corporation (NASDAQ: BLBD) and increased its price target to $76 from $70, citing strong Q1 outlook and financial performance. The company exceeded revenue and EBITDA expectations, with significant growth in net revenue and EV sales, while maintaining a conservative FY26 forecast. Blue Bird reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 revenue and adjusted EBITDA guidance, following a record-breaking fiscal 2025.
2025-12-22 21:35:00
DA Davidson has reiterated a buy rating on Blue Bird Corporation (BLBD), boosting its price target to $76 from $70, based on the company's strong Q1 outlook that surpassed expectations for revenues and EBITDA. The analyst noted management's conservative yet robust FY26 forecast, with significant year-over-year growth in net revenue and adjusted EBITDA in the last quarter. Blue Bird, a leading school bus manufacturer, also saw a substantial increase in EV sales, reinforcing its financial health and future prospects.
2025-12-22 21:09:19
Congress Asset Management Co. significantly increased its stake in Blue Bird Corporation (NASDAQ:BLBD) by 75.4%, now owning 109,034 shares valued at $6.28 million. This comes as Blue Bird surpassed quarterly earnings and revenue estimates, prompting analysts to maintain a "Moderate Buy" rating with an average target price of $64.60. Despite recent insider share sales, institutional investors collectively hold 93.59% of the company's stock.
