Is Marten Transport, Ltd. (MRTN) Overvalued?
We dive into why Marten Transport, Ltd. (MRTN) could be considered overvalued on 2026-08-07, based on AAII’s Value Score and Grade.Rosalio Madrigal
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COMPANY SUMMARY
Marten Transport, Ltd. operates as a temperature-sensitive truckload carrier for shippers in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. It operates through Truckload, Dedicated, and Brokerage segments. The Truckload segment transports food and other consumer packaged goods that require a temperature-controlled or insulated environment, as well as dry freight; and regional short-haul and medium-to-long-haul full-load transportation services. The Dedicated segment offers customized transportation solutions for individual customers’ requirements using temperature-controlled trailers, dry vans, and other specialized equipment. The Brokerage segment develops contractual relationships with and arranges for third-party carriers to transport freight for customers in temperature-controlled trailers and dry vans. As of December 31, 2025, the company operated a fleet of 2,654 tractors that included 2,577 company-owned tractors and 77 tractors supplied by independent contractors. Marten Transport, Ltd. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Mondovi, Wisconsin.
Commentary & Analysis
Why Marten Transport, Ltd.’s (MRTN) Stock Is Down 5.58%
As of Monday, July 27, Marten Transport, Ltd.’s MRTN share price has dipped by 5.58%, which has investors questioning if this is right time to buy.Michael Rose
What You Need to Know About Marten Transport, Ltd.'s Q3 Earnings
Marten Transport, Ltd.'s fiscal Q3 earnings report was released on Thursday, July 23. Let's dive in to see if (MRTN) missed or beat analyst's expectations.Jenna Brashear
What You Need to Know About Marten Transport, Ltd.'s Q2 Earnings
Marten Transport, Ltd.'s fiscal Q2 earnings report was released on Thursday, April 23. Let's dive in to see if (MRTN) missed or beat analyst's expectations.Jenna Brashear
Why Marten Transport, Ltd.’s (MRTN) Stock Is Up 6.16%
As of Monday, March 23, Marten Transport, Ltd.’s MRTN share price has surged by 6.16%, which has investors questioning if this is right time to sell.Jenna Brashear
Financial Summary
| Share Statistics | MRTN | Industry Median |
Percentile (All Stocks) |
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| Market Cap (Mil) | $1,202.9 | $5,486.4 | 47% |
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| Shares Out (Mil) | 81.6 | 82.4 | 58% |
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| Institutional Ownership | 71.8% | 77.8% | 44% |
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| Float (Mil) | 57.6 | 98.2 | 50% |
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| Beta | 0.98 | 1.19 | 59% |
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| Avg Daily Volume (000s) | 558 | 474 | 59% |
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| Price Change (52-week) |
20.9% | 75.1% | 63% |
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| Growth | MRTN | Industry Median |
Percentile (All Stocks) |
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| Sales (5yr) | 0.2% | 6.7% | 18% |
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| Net Income (5yr) | (24.2%) | 7.8% | 17% |
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| EPS (5yr) | (24.2%) | 7.2% | 11 |
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| Dividends (5yr) | 12.4% | 0.6% | 62% |
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| Cash Flow (5yr) | (2.0%) | (16.1%) | 63% |
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| Estimates | Qtrly | Current Fiscal Year |
Next Fiscal Year |
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| # of Estimates | 3 | 3 | 3 | |
| Current EPS | $0.100 | $0.300 | $0.657 | |
| Month Ago EPS | $0.080 | $0.275 | $0.640 | |
| # Rev Up | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| # Rev Down | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Three Months Ago EPS | $0.060 | $0.220 | $0.470 | |
| Year/Year Chg | 53.8% | 42.9% | na | |
| Financials | MRTN | Industry Median |
Percentile (All Stocks) |
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| Sales (TTM) (Mil) | $858 | $5,299 | 48% |
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| Net Income (TTM) (Mil) | $13 | $64 | 47% |
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| EPS (TTM) | $0.155 | $0.300 | 45% |
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| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) (Mil) | $85 | $236 | 50% |
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| Net Cash Flow (TTM) (Mil) | $74 | $5 | 74% |
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| Long-Term Debt (Q1) (Mil) | $0 | $794 | 10% |
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| Enterprise Value (Q1) (Mil) | $1,117 | $5,965 | 42% |
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| Valuation | MRTN | Industry Median |
Percentile (All Stocks) |
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| P/B | 1.57 | 2.12 | 40% |
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| P/E | 98.2 | 31.2 | 93% |
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| Dividend Yield | 1.6% | 0.0% | 73% |
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| PEG (5yr hist) | na | 2.8 | na |
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| Ratios | MRTN | Industry Median |
Percentile (All Stocks) |
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| Gross Margin | 22.7% | 23.6% | 25% |
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| Net Margin | 1.5% | 1.9% | 36% |
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| ROA | 1.3% | 2.3% | 50% |
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| ROE | 1.6% | 8.8% | 38% |
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| Liabilities to Assets | 19.8% | 56.6% | 13% |
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| F-Score | 5 | 5 | 50% |
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Marten Transport, Ltd. did not pass any screens on 8/20/2026.
