JBHT
JB Hunt Transport Services Inc
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JB Hunt Transport Services (JBHT) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$227.27
-0.40 (-0.17%)
▼
5d:
+3.78%
30d:
-2.11%
90d:
-18.75%
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
BUY
HIGH Confidence (83%)
Quality Score
64/100
Position
FAIR
30-Day Fair Range
$222.33 – $230.77
Position: FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
23.1x
CHEAP
vs 26.2x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$279.52
+22.8% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$215.53 / $229.60
Trend: Strong Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
Forward Earnings Fair Value & Price Prediction →
✅ BUY SIGNAL: JBHT trading at deep discount. Market pricing in -4.1% annual earnings decline, creating value opportunity for patient investors.
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Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$479.30
Based on 14.5% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$297.61
23.6% 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: JBHT is currently trading at $227.26, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $222.33 to $230.77. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 23.1) compared to its historical average (26.2). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 4.1% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 3.4% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, JBHT is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $229.60. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: JBHT scores 73/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $279.52 (+22.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Technical Outlook: Technically, JBHT is in a strong downtrend. The price is approaching resistance at $229.60. A breakout above this level would be a bullish signal, while rejection here could lead to consolidation.
Market Sentiment: JBHT scores 73/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge — the chart has corrected and is stabilizing (RSI reset, momentum turning up), historically a favorable entry zone. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $279.52 (+22.8%). Combining these factors, the current setup offers a favorable risk/reward ratio for buyers.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$222.33 -
$230.77
Company Quality Score
64/100
(BUY)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
83.3%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$222.33 -
$230.77
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support Level
$215.53
Resistance Level
$229.60
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
Quantitative Signal Breakdown
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Strong technical setup (73/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 22.8% below Wall St target ($279.52)
- BULLISH: Bottoming setup score 73/100 — corrected, stabilizing, and turning up
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
23.12
Wall Street Target
$279.52
(+22.8%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
20.4%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
3.4%
Profit Margin
5.1%
Valuation Discount vs History
-4.1% cheaper
PE vs Historical
23.1 vs 26.2
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-4.1%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$218.33
(-4%)
2-Year Target
$209.37
(-8%)
3-Year Target
$200.79
(-12%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 23→26)
$227.50
(0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 23.1, Growth: 35.8%)
$570.24
(+151%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 35.8%)
$489.75
(+115%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 35.8%)
$416.28
(+83%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (32x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (23x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 31.91 | Current EPS (TTM): $7.09
Bull Case
$345.62
(+52%)
Analyst growth 38.9%, PE expands to 35.1
Base Case
$314.20
(+38%)
Market implied 38.9%, PE stable at 31.9
Bear Case
$153.86
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Upside Surprise Potential
If earnings stabilize (0% growth), PE could expand from 23.1 to 26.2
Stabilization Target:
$257.94
(+13.3%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+13.3%
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Bearish
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Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
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Last Tracked
Oct 16, 2026
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AI Retail Discussion Summary:
J.B. Hunt reported Q3 earnings slightly above expectations, but the stock dropped due to margin pressures and cost headwinds. Revenue came in at $3.68 billion, higher than the consensus estimate, while EPS was $1.82, a penny above estimates.
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