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WERN:NASDAQWerner Enterprises, Inc. Analysis

Data as of 2026-05-10 - not real-time

$36.42

Latest Price

7/10Risk

Risk Level: Medium

Executive Summary

Werner Enterprises is trading in a bullish technical environment, with the short‑term moving average above the longer‑term average, a bullish MACD crossover, and an RSI that signals strong upward momentum. Volume is on the rise and the price sits comfortably above the identified support level while still below a clear resistance ceiling, suggesting upside potential if sentiment remains positive.
Fundamentally, the company posted solid top‑line growth in the latest quarter and the forward earnings outlook is markedly better than the trailing results, with a forward PE that undercuts the industry average. However, profitability remains a concern, with negative margins, a high debt load, and a dividend payout that exceeds earnings, raising questions about the sustainability of the current yield.

Market Outlook

Short Term

< 1 year
Neutral
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • Bullish technical indicators support near‑term stability
  • Upcoming earnings release introduces earnings uncertainty
  • Elevated volatility and beta increase short‑term price swings

Medium Term

1–3 years
Positive
Model confidence: 7/10

Key Factors

  • Revenue growth momentum and improving forward earnings outlook
  • Valuation appears attractive relative to industry peers
  • Dividend yield provides modest income while price has room to climb toward resistance

Long Term

> 3 years
Neutral
Model confidence: 6/10

Key Factors

  • High leverage and negative profit margins pose structural challenges
  • Industry cyclicality and regulatory environment could affect long‑term cash flow
  • Strategic fleet expansions and diversified service lines offer growth avenues

Key Metrics & Analysis

Financial Health

Revenue Growth13.60%
Profit Margin-0.28%
P/E Ratio18.8
ROE-1.21%
ROA1.56%
Debt/Equity75.42
P/B Ratio1.6
Industry P/E29.9

Technical Analysis

TrendBullish
RSI65.9
Support$30.69
Resistance$38.46
MA 20$34.17
MA 50$31.78
MA 200$29.87
MACDBullish
VolumeIncreasing
Fear & Greed Index90.73

Valuation

Target Price$37.29
Upside/Downside2.38%
GradeFair
TypeBlend
Dividend Yield1.54%

Risk Assessment

Beta1.22
Volatility36.22%
Sector RiskMedium
Reg. RiskMedium
Geo RiskLow
Currency RiskLow
Liquidity RiskMedium

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.