Heartland Express (HTLD) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
HTLD - Heartland Express Inc
$12.34
0.15 (1.23%)
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5d:
-0.16%
30d:
+0.41%
90d:
-23.92%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Sep 11, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Oct 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: HTLD is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: HTLD is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -3.4% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$24.42
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$15.16
18.6% 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: HTLD is currently trading at $12.34, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $12.10 to $12.67. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 24.6) is in line with its historical norms (27.3). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 3.4% over the next few years. This aligns with recent fundamental challenges.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HTLD is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $11.75, while resistance sits at $12.73.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 46/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (14th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, HTLD is in a downtrend. Immediate support is located at $11.75, while resistance sits at $12.73.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 46/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (14th percentile), suggesting options premiums are relatively cheap. This makes it an attractive time for long options strategies if you have a directional bias. Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$12.10 -
$12.67
Company Quality Score
52/100
(HOLD)
Options IV Signal
14th percentile
(LOW)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
73.8%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 14th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (46/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($13.20)
- WARNING: Composite score 52/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$12.10 -
$12.67
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$0.78
(6.3%)
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$11.75
Resistance Level
$12.73
Current Trend
Downtrend
Technical data as of
Sep 11, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
24.60
Wall Street Target
$13.20
(+7.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
-12.5%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
-66.1%
Profit Margin
-3.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-3.4% cheaper
PE vs Historical
24.6 vs 27.3
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-3.4%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$11.92
(-3%)
2-Year Target
$11.52
(-7%)
3-Year Target
$11.12
(-10%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 25â27)
$12.34
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 24.6, Growth: 168.1%)
$41.65
(+238%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 20.2, Growth: 168.1%)
$34.15
(+177%)
Bear:
(PE: 17.1, Growth: 168.1%)
$29.02
(+135%)
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 24.6 to 27.3
Stabilization Target:
$13.69
(+11.0%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+11.0%
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Last updated: September 12, 2026 3:09 PM ET
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