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Marten Transport Ltd (MRTN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/27/2025: MRTN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
3 Analysts rated it
Very few follow this stock; limited insights, higher-risk early investing.
1 Year Target Price $11
1 Year Target Price $11
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 2 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -35% | Avg. Invested days 22 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/27/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 810.31M USD | Price to earnings Ratio 39.76 | 1Y Target Price 11 |
Price to earnings Ratio 39.76 | 1Y Target Price 11 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3 | Beta 0.96 | 52 Weeks Range 9.67 - 18.30 | Updated Date 10/27/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 9.67 - 18.30 | Updated Date 10/27/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.47% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.25 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-10-23 | When After Market | Estimate 0.04 | Actual 0.03 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 2.14% | Operating Margin (TTM) 0.38% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.01% | Return on Equity (TTM) 2.53% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 39.76 | Forward PE - | Enterprise Value 827751085 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 |
Enterprise Value 827751085 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.9 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.9 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.46 | Shares Outstanding 81520424 | Shares Floating 57555865 |
Shares Outstanding 81520424 | Shares Floating 57555865 | ||
Percent Insiders 29.4 | Percent Institutions 71.44 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Marten Transport Ltd
Company Overview
History and Background
Marten Transport Ltd. was founded in 1946 by Roger Marten. Initially a regional carrier, it evolved into a national provider of temperature-sensitive transportation services. It went public in 1986.
Core Business Areas
- Truckload: Provides temperature-controlled truckload services throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This is the core business driving revenue.
- Dedicated: Offers customized transportation solutions with dedicated equipment and drivers for specific customers. This segment provides a stable revenue stream.
- Intermodal: Provides intermodal freight services, combining truck and rail transport for cost efficiency. This segment serves customer's flexibility.
- Brokerage: Freight Brokerage to complement capacity and coverage.
Leadership and Structure
Randy Marten serves as Executive Chairman. Tim Kohl is the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a typical corporate structure with various departments reporting to the CEO.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Temperature-Controlled Truckload: Transportation of temperature-sensitive goods (food, pharmaceuticals, etc.). Market share is difficult to pinpoint exactly, but Marten is a significant player. Competitors include Schneider National, Knight-Swift Transportation, and Werner Enterprises. Revenue from Truckload is the largest revenue stream.
- Dedicated Transportation: Customized trucking solutions for individual clients. Marten's position is strong. Competitors include Ryder System and J.B. Hunt.
- Intermodal Services: Combination of truck and rail transportation. Marten's market share is small. Competitors include Hub Group and XPO Logistics.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The trucking industry is highly competitive and cyclical, influenced by economic conditions, fuel prices, and regulatory changes. Increasing demand for e-commerce and consumer goods drives growth, but driver shortages and capacity constraints are significant challenges.
Positioning
Marten Transport Ltd. is positioned as a provider of temperature-controlled transportation and dedicated services. Its competitive advantages include its specialized equipment, experienced drivers, and focus on high-value, time-sensitive freight.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US trucking market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars. Marten's position is relatively small, but focused on temperature-controlled, which commands higher prices.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Specialized in temperature-controlled transportation
- Strong reputation for reliability and on-time delivery
- Experienced management team
- Well-maintained fleet
Weaknesses
- Exposure to fuel price volatility
- Reliance on driver availability
- Susceptibility to economic downturns
- High capital expenditure requirements
Opportunities
- Expanding e-commerce market
- Increasing demand for refrigerated transportation
- Potential acquisitions and partnerships
- Technological advancements in logistics
Threats
- Increased competition
- Driver shortages
- Rising fuel costs
- Regulatory changes
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- SNDR
- KNX
- WERN
- JBHT
Competitive Landscape
Marten has carved a profitable niche in the temperature controlled industry, requiring high levels of service which supports higher profit margins. While Marten is smaller than most competitors, the temperature-controlled niche keeps the company competitive.
Major Acquisitions
GA Transport
- Year: 2023
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 16.8
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Martenu2019s network in the Southeast.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Marten Transport Ltd.'s growth has been steady over the years, driven by expansion into new markets and services.
Future Projections: Future Projections for Marten Transport Ltd.'s future growth is dynamic and requires live data based on analyst estimates.
Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives undertaken by Marten Transport Ltd. are dynamic and require live data based on company news reporting.
Summary
Marten Transport is a specialized trucking company, focused on temperature-controlled transport and dedicated fleets. The company is doing well by providing services that demand higher prices. It needs to watch fuel costs and driver availability. Its historical growth and strategic acquisitions position it for continued success.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Website
- SEC Filings
- Analyst Reports
- Industry Publications
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market share percentages are approximate.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Marten Transport Ltd
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Mondovi, WI, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1986-09-25 | CEO & Chairman of the Board Mr. Randolph L. Marten | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Trucking | Full time employees 3776 | Website https://www.marten.com |
Full time employees 3776 | Website https://www.marten.com | ||
Marten Transport, Ltd. operates as a temperature-sensitive truckload carrier for shippers in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. It operates through four segments: Truckload, Dedicated, Intermodal, and Brokerage. The Truckload segment transports food and other consumer packaged goods that require a temperature-controlled or insulated environment, as well as dry freight; and regional short-haul and medium-to-long-haul full-load transportation services. The Dedicated segment offers customized transportation solutions for individual customers' requirements using temperature-controlled trailers, dry vans, and other specialized equipment. The Intermodal segment transports customers' freight utilizing its refrigerated containers and temperature-controlled trailers on railroad flatcars for portions of trips, as well as using tractors and contracted carriers. The Brokerage segment develops contractual relationships with and arranges for third-party carriers to transport freight for customers in temperature-controlled trailers and dry vans. As of December 31, 2024, the company operated a fleet of 3,006 tractors that included 2,918 company-owned tractors and 88 tractors supplied by independent contractors. Marten Transport, Ltd. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Mondovi, Wisconsin.
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