SAIA
Saia, Inc.
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Saia (SAIA) Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
$339.57
+0.09 (+0.03%)
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5d:
-6.12%
30d:
+1.42%
90d:
-10.69%
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Earnings: Oct 29, 2026
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Updated Nov 11, 12:00 AM ET
QUANTITATIVE VERDICT
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LOW Confidence (78%)
Quality Score
45/100
Position
FAIR
30-Day Fair Range
$331.43 â $347.29
Position: FAIR
Forward P/E & Valuation
23.7x
CHEAP
vs 28.4x historical avg
Wall Street Target
$414.67
+22.1% upside
Options IV & Volume
HIGH Vol
HIGH volume confirmation
Support / Resistance
$319.58 / $364.56
Trend: Strong Downtrend
Executive Thesis & Bottom Line
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âšī¸ NEUTRAL: SAIA is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At -5.8% expected growth, valuation appears cheap. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
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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
$686.90
Based on 14.2% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$426.51
20.4% 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: SAIA is currently trading at $339.57, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $331.43 to $347.29. From a valuation perspective, the stock is trading at a discount (Forward PE: 23.7) compared to its historical average (28.4). Remarkably, the market is currently pricing in an annual earnings decline of 5.8% over the next few years. This pessimistic expectation contrasts with the company's recent 5.9% earnings growth, suggesting potential undervaluation if the company simply maintains stability.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SAIA is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $319.58, while resistance sits at $364.56.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 48/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th 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 $414.67 (+22.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, SAIA is in a strong downtrend. Immediate support is located at $319.58, while resistance sits at $364.56.
Market Sentiment: The stock scores a mixed 48/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge, with only partial signs of a stabilized entry point. In the options market, Implied Volatility is low (0th 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 $414.67 (+22.1%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$331.43 -
$347.29
Company Quality Score
45/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
77.7%
Trading Range & Key Levels
30-Day Trading Range
$331.43 -
$347.29
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Expected Move (7 Days)
Âą$21.68
(6.4%)
Support Level
$319.58
Resistance Level
$364.56
Current Trend
Strong Downtrend
Technical data as of
Nov 11, 2026
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View Profit Protection PlanQuantitative Signal Breakdown
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BULLISH: Options cheap (IV 0th percentile)
- NEUTRAL: Mixed technical signals (48/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading 22.1% below Wall St target ($414.67)
- WARNING: Composite score 45/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
23.72
Wall Street Target
$414.67
(+22.1%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
17.0%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
5.9%
Profit Margin
8.0%
Valuation Discount vs History
-5.8% cheaper
PE vs Historical
23.7 vs 28.4
CHEAP
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
-5.8%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$319.87
(-6%)
2-Year Target
$301.32
(-11%)
3-Year Target
$283.85
(-16%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 24â28)
$339.90
(+0%)
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 23.7, Growth: 24.3%)
$652.30
(+92%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 19.9, Growth: 24.3%)
$546.23
(+61%)
Bear:
(PE: 16.9, Growth: 24.3%)
$464.30
(+37%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (32x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (24x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 32.15 | Current EPS (TTM): $10.56
Bull Case
$506.32
(+49%)
Analyst growth 35.6%, PE expands to 35.4
Base Case
$460.29
(+36%)
Market implied 35.6%, PE stable at 32.2
Bear Case
$230.85
(-32%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 27.3
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 23.7 to 28.4
Stabilization Target:
$406.63
(+19.7%)
PE Expansion Potential:
+19.7%
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Bullish
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Reddit / WSB Comments
1
Bearish
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Last Tracked
Oct 29, 2026
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SAIA reported earnings before the open with a beat of 3.3%, posting adjusted EPS of $3.41 versus $3.30 estimates.
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