JBHT Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
JBHT - JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
$283.00
3.04 (1.09%)
▲
5d:
+1.89%
30d:
+0.8%
90d:
+24.65%
BUY
MODERATE Confidence
Analysis Updated: Jul 13, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 15, 2026
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Bottom Line:
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: JBHT shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.6% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
💡 BUY OPPORTUNITY: JBHT shows positive signals but monitor for confirmation. Market pricing in 3.6% annual growth which appears achievable. Moderate conviction.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$461.27
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$286.41
1.2% 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: JBHT is currently trading at $283.00, which is considered slightly high relative to its 30-day fair value range of $273.71 to $287.34. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a premium (Forward PE: 29.9) compared to its historical average (26.8). At these levels, the market is pricing in 3.6% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, JBHT is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $266.43, while resistance sits at $293.54.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, JBHT is in a strong uptrend. Immediate support is located at $266.43, while resistance sits at $293.54.
Market Sentiment: The stock shows a mixed technical setup (55/100), with neutral trendline and momentum signals. Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Historical Trading Range
$273.71 -
$287.34
Company Quality Score
60/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
61.4%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (55/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- NEUTRAL: Near Wall St target ($274.41)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 3.6% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$273.71 -
$287.34
Current vs Trading Range
SLIGHTLY HIGH
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$266.43
Resistance Level
$293.54
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Jun 9, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
29.87
Wall Street Target
$274.41
(-3.0%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
4.6%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
27.4%
Profit Margin
5.1%
Valuation Premium vs History
+3.6% premium
PE vs Historical
29.9 vs 26.8
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+3.6%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$293.19
(+4%)
2-Year Target
$303.74
(+7%)
3-Year Target
$314.68
(+11%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 30→27)
PE COMPRESSION
$282.35
(0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 29.9, Growth: 27.2%)
$582.21
(+106%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 21.8, Growth: 27.2%)
$424.54
(+50%)
Bear:
(PE: 18.5, Growth: 27.2%)
$360.86
(+28%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (43x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (30x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 43.47 | Current EPS (TTM): $6.44
Bull Case
$453.08
(+60%)
Analyst growth 47.1%, PE expands to 47.8
Base Case
$411.89
(+46%)
Market implied 47.1%, PE stable at 43.5
Bear Case
$190.37
(-33%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 37.0
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Insider Activity (6 Months)
1
Buys
11
Sells
Net
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