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JBHT:NASDAQJ.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. Analysis

Data as of 2026-05-21 - not real-time

$262.88

Latest Price

6/10Risk

Risk Level: Medium

Executive Summary

JB Hunt is trading well above its 20‑day, 50‑day and 200‑day moving averages, with a bullish MACD and an RSI in the mid‑60s, indicating strong momentum and room above current support. Volume is increasing and the 30‑day volatility is elevated at roughly 39%, suggesting price swings may be sizable.
Fundamentally, the stock carries a PE of about 41 versus an industry average of 30 and a DCF fair value near $121, implying the market price is significantly overvalued. Nevertheless, the company posts solid cash flow, a low payout ratio and a sustainable dividend, while revenue growth remains positive and operating margins are expanding.

Market Outlook

Short Term

< 1 year
Neutral
Model confidence: 7/10

Key Factors

  • Price near short‑term resistance around $265
  • Bullish technical indicators but high short‑term volatility
  • Increasing volume supporting current trend

Medium Term

1–3 years
Positive
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • Continued revenue growth and expanding operating margins
  • Sustainable dividend with low payout ratio
  • Positive earnings outlook reflected in forward EPS growth

Long Term

> 3 years
Cautious
Model confidence: 5/10

Key Factors

  • Market price far exceeds DCF fair value and industry PE benchmarks
  • Elevated valuation leaves limited upside potential
  • High volatility could erode returns over an extended horizon

Key Metrics & Analysis

Financial Health

Revenue Growth4.60%
Profit Margin5.13%
P/E Ratio40.8
ROE16.68%
ROA6.90%
Debt/Equity43.62
P/B Ratio6.9
Op. Cash Flow$1.6B
Free Cash Flow$829.8M
Industry P/E29.5

Technical Analysis

TrendBullish
RSI64.2
Support$231.48
Resistance$264.98
MA 20$248.92
MA 50$229.82
MA 200$190.17
MACDBullish
VolumeIncreasing
Fear & Greed Index90.29

Valuation

Fair Value$120.98
Target Price$236.45
Upside/Downside-10.05%
GradeOvervalued
TypeBlend
Dividend Yield0.68%

Risk Assessment

Beta0.91
Volatility38.99%
Sector RiskMedium
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskLow
Currency RiskLow
Liquidity RiskLow

This analysis may contain inaccuracies and is provided for informational and research purposes only. It is not personal investment advice, a recommendation, or an instruction to buy, sell, or hold any asset.