Marten Transport Ltd
$ 14.87
3.99%
17 Apr - close price
- Market Cap 1,166,725,000 USD
- Current Price $ 14.87
- High / Low $ 14.88 / 14.30
- Stock P/E 68.10
- Book Value 9.41
- EPS 0.21
- Next Earning Report 2026-04-23
- Dividend Per Share $0.24
- Dividend Yield 1.75 %
- Next Dividend Date -
- ROA 0.01 %
- ROE 0.02 %
- 52 Week High 15.34
- 52 Week Low 9.26
About
Marten Transport, Ltd. is a temperature sensitive cargo truck for carriers in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The company is headquartered in Mondovi, Wisconsin.
Analyst Target Price
$16.00
Quarterly Earnings
| Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | Jun 2023 | Mar 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-01-27 | 2025-10-23 | 2025-07-16 | 2025-04-16 | 2025-01-27 | 2024-10-17 | 2024-07-18 | 2024-04-18 | 2024-01-25 | 2023-10-18 | 2023-07-19 | 2023-04-18 |
| Reported EPS | 0.05 | 0.03 | 0.09 | 0.05 | 0.07 | 0.05 | 0.1 | 0.12 | 0.15 | 0.17 | 0.27 | 0.28 |
| Estimated EPS | 0.03 | 0.04 | 0.08 | 0.05 | 0.06 | 0.06 | 0.11 | 0.14 | 0.18 | 0.18 | 0.28 | 0.27 |
| Surprise | 0.02 | -0.01 | 0.01 | 0 | 0.01 | -0.01 | -0.01 | -0.02 | -0.03 | -0.01 | -0.01 | 0.01 |
| Surprise Percentage | 66.6667% | -25% | 12.5% | 0% | 16.6667% | -16.6667% | -9.0909% | -14.2857% | -16.6667% | -5.5556% | -3.5714% | 3.7037% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
| Mar 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Reported Date | 2026-04-23 |
| Fiscal Date Ending | 2026-03-31 |
| Estimated EPS | 0.03 |
| Currency | USD |
Previous Dividend Records
| Mar 2026 | Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Payment Date | 2026-03-31 | 2025-12-29 | 2025-09-30 | 2025-06-27 | 2025-03-28 | 2024-12-27 | 2024-09-30 | 2024-06-28 | 2024-03-29 | 2023-12-29 |
| Amount | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 | $0.06 |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | - |
| Dividend Yield | - |
| Next Dividend Date | - |
| Ex-Dividend Date | - |
Recent News: MRTN
2026-04-17 09:39:33
All six AI models tracked by TipRanks have downgraded Marten Transport (MRTN) due to weakening profitability, negative free cash flow, and an elevated valuation, despite the company's technical strength and debt-free balance sheet. The consensus indicates that the ongoing freight downturn is pressuring margins, making the current P/E multiple hard to justify. While a strong balance sheet provides some support, the models suggest a "wait-and-see" approach until the freight market and margins show clear signs of recovery.
2026-04-14 19:39:30
Marten Transport Ltd (US5730751055) distinguishes itself in the trucking sector by focusing on dedicated long-haul services for major retail and food clients, offering stability amidst volatile freight cycles. This strategy, centered on recurring 3-5 year contracts and avoiding the spot market, provides predictable revenue and strong operating ratios. The company's emphasis on temperature-controlled fleets and driver retention positions it as a defensive play for investors seeking resilience in logistics.
2026-04-14 08:10:34
Deprince Race & Zollo Inc. significantly increased its holdings in Marten Transport, Ltd. (NASDAQ:MRTN) by 47.1% in the fourth quarter, acquiring an additional 221,851 shares, bringing their total to 693,270 shares valued at approximately $7.89 million. Marten Transport reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates with an EPS of $0.05 and revenue of $210.11 million, despite a year-over-year revenue decrease. The company maintains a quarterly dividend of $0.06 and has a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating from analysts.
2026-04-12 22:40:00
Marten Transport reported a 16.9% increase in operating revenue to $131.9 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2006, and a 16.6% increase to $251.4 million for the six-month period. Net income also rose by 11.5% to $7.5 million for the quarter and 8.8% to $12.6 million for the six months. Chairman Randolph L. Marten attributed these results to strong freight demand, limited industry capacity, and effective pricing despite higher costs, primarily in fuel and driver wages.
2026-04-09 13:10:46
Six AI models tracked by TipRanks have downgraded Marten Transport (MRTN) due to weakening profitability, negative free cash flow, and an elevated valuation, despite the company's strong balance sheet. The models indicate a cautious outlook, emphasizing that while the company is well-positioned for recovery when freight markets improve, the current valuation is difficult to justify amid the ongoing freight recession. Investors are advised to await clearer signs of market stabilization and earnings recovery before considering the stock.
2026-04-09 04:40:20
Marten Transport (MRTN) is set to announce its Q1 2026 earnings before market open on Wednesday, April 15th, with analysts projecting $0.0358 EPS and $207.20 million in revenue. The company previously exceeded estimates in its last quarter, reporting $0.05 EPS against an expected $0.03, despite an 8.8% year-over-year revenue decline. MRTN shares currently trade at a $1.11 billion market cap with a PE ratio of 62.0; the company recently paid a quarterly dividend of $0.06, but its high payout ratio of 109.09% raises sustainability questions.
