Why is FWRD Down Today?

FWRD
$17.25
▼ -5.89% ($-1.02)
Last updated: Nov 11, 2026 8:30 PM ET (421 min ago)

About Forward Air Corp

Forward Air Corp is an asset-light freight and logistics company. The company's operating segment includes Expedited Freight, Omni Logistics, and Intermodal and Corporate. The company generates maximum revenue from the Omni Logistics segment. The expedited Freight segment operates a comprehensive na...

Sector: ARRANGEMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OF FREIGHT & CARGO
Market Cap: $768.26M
Forward P/E: -2105.0
52-Week Range: $7.86 - $31.18
Employees: 6,586

Overall Confidence: 60%

60% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

SYMPATHY 60% Confidence
🎯 Outperforming sector by 6.9%
This stock is significantly underperforming its ARRANGEMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OF FREIGHT & CARGO sector peers, suggesting a stock-specific catalyst.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.8x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

ARRANGEMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OF FREIGHT & CARGO sector: +1.0%

FWRD is outperforming its sector by -6.9%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

FWRD is significantly underperforming the market (-7.2% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+1.32%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+2.31%
FWRD
This Stock
-5.89%
vs S&P 500: -7.21%
vs Nasdaq: -8.2%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, FWRD is expected to trade between:
$16.73 - $17.59

Key Level to Watch

$16.39 support
Watch for breakdown below $17.25

Quick Trade Ideas

Options strategies to consider for FWRD's -6% move

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Last updated: Nov 11, 2026 8:30 PM (421 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Bullish
Options Sentiment
0.2
Put/Call Ratio
136.2%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 6,978
Put Volume: 1,425
Total: 8,403

Historical Context

FWRD has moved more than 3.0% down on 45 occasions in the past year.

46.7%
Continuation Rate
21/45 times continued down
+0.03%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Nov 05, 2026 (-11.3%) → Next day: -1.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is FWRD stock down today?

This stock is significantly underperforming its ARRANGEMENT OF TRANSPORTATION OF FREIGHT & CARGO sector peers, suggesting a stock-specific catalyst.

Is FWRD stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, FWRD shows 60% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the FWRD stock price target?

FWRD is currently trading at $17.25. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $16.73 - $17.59. See long-term price prediction →

Will FWRD stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that FWRD's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $16.39 (support).

Is FWRD stock oversold or overbought?

FWRD's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 53.0. This shows bullish momentum - the stock has positive momentum but isn't overextended yet.

What is the momentum for FWRD stock?

FWRD's 10-day momentum indicator is at -0.3. Negative momentum - the stock has mild downward pressure which may continue short-term.

Is FWRD outperforming or underperforming the market?

FWRD (-5.89%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-7.2% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 1.32%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 2.31%.

What does MACD indicate for FWRD?

FWRD's MACD (0.51) is currently above the signal line (0.44), indicating a bullish trend. This technical signal suggests buying pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 22.9) is moderate.

Is FWRD in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, FWRD is in a bullish trend. The price ($17.25) is trading above both the 20-day SMA ($16.7) and 50-day SMA ($16.11). This alignment typically indicates sustained upward momentum.

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