MRTN Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
MRTN - Marten Transport Ltd
$14.93
0.20 (1.36%)
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5d:
-1.84%
30d:
-11.55%
90d:
-10.01%
BUY
HIGH Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 22, 2026
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Bottom Line:
✅ BUY SIGNAL: MRTN trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -11.8% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
✅ BUY SIGNAL: MRTN trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -11.8% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$31.97
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$19.85
24.8% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 25.0x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: MRTN is currently trading at $14.93, which is considered slightly low relative to its 30-day fair value range of $14.53 to $16.71. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 22.7) compared to its historical average (33.1). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 11.8% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MRTN is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $14.41, while resistance sits at $15.40.
Market Sentiment: MRTN scores 77/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (4th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.50 (+17.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, MRTN is in a uptrend. Immediate support is located at $14.41, while resistance sits at $15.40.
Market Sentiment: MRTN scores 77/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (4th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $17.50 (+17.2%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY LOW
Historical Trading Range
$14.53 -
$16.71
Company Quality Score
66/100
(BUY)
Options IV Signal
4th percentile
(COMPLACENCY WARNING)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
90.4%
All Signals
- BULLISH: Price oversold vs 30-day range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 4th percentile)
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (77/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($17.50)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 77/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$14.53 -
$16.71
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY LOW
Expected Move (7 Days)
±$0.64
(4.3%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$14.41
Resistance Level
$15.40
Current Trend
Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
22.73
Wall Street Target
$17.50
(+17.2%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-2.8%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-25.8%
Profit Margin
1.5%
Valuation Discount vs History
-11.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
22.7 vs 33.1
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-11.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$13.44
(-10%)
2-Year Target
$12.09
(-19%)
3-Year Target
$10.88
(-27%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→33)
$15.85
(+6%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 22.7, Growth: 118.9%)
$50.39
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.1, Growth: 118.9%)
$44.48
(+198%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 118.9%)
$37.81
(+153%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
Forward PE: 17.64 | Forward EPS (Implied): $0.85
Bull Case
$18.03
(+21%)
Analyst growth 15.0%, PE expands to 18.5
Base Case
$14.93
(0%)
Market implied 0.0%, PE stable at 17.6
Bear Case
$11.42
(-24%)
Severe decline -15.0%, PE contracts to 15.9
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
💡
Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 22.7 to 33.1
Stabilization Target:
$21.74
(+45.6%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+45.6%
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Last updated: August 23, 2026 1:36 PM ET
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