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Werner Enterprises Inc (WERN)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/02/2025: WERN (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Year Target Price $28.5
Year Target Price $28.5
1 | Strong Buy |
2 | Buy |
8 | Hold |
0 | Under performing |
4 | Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -27.68% | Avg. Invested days 25 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.70B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 95.17 | 1Y Target Price 28.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 95.17 | 1Y Target Price 28.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 15 | Beta 1.07 | 52 Weeks Range 23.02 - 42.11 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 23.02 - 42.11 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.03% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.29 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 0.6% | Operating Margin (TTM) -1.01% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 0.65% | Return on Equity (TTM) 1.13% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 95.17 | Forward PE 54.95 | Enterprise Value 2292401826 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.57 |
Enterprise Value 2292401826 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.57 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.77 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.61 | Shares Outstanding 61751900 | Shares Floating 58951465 |
Shares Outstanding 61751900 | Shares Floating 58951465 | ||
Percent Insiders 4.3 | Percent Institutions 98.63 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 28.5 | Buy 2 | Strong Buy 1 |
Buy 2 | Strong Buy 1 | ||
Hold 8 | Sell 2 | Strong Sell 2 | |
Strong Sell 2 |
Upturn AI SWOT
Werner Enterprises Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
Werner Enterprises Inc. was founded in 1956 by Clarence L. Werner. Initially a single-truck operation, it has grown into a major transportation and logistics company. The company went public in 1986 and has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Truckload Transportation: Provides one-way truckload service with company-owned trucks and independent contractors throughout North America.
- Logistics: Offers brokerage, intermodal, and other value-added services to manage supply chains for customers.
- Dedicated Services: Provides customized transportation solutions with dedicated equipment and drivers.
Leadership and Structure
Derek J. Leathers serves as Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer. The company is structured with operational and support divisions overseen by a senior leadership team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- One-Way Truckload: Core service of hauling freight over long distances. Werner maintains a significant portion of the US truckload market. Competitors include Knight-Swift, JB Hunt, and Schneider National. Revenue data is proprietary and specific market share estimates fluctuate.
- Logistics Solutions: Brokerage and other logistics management services providing end to end transport to support various supply chain needs. Competitors include C.H. Robinson, Echo Global Logistics, and XPO Logistics. Revenue data is proprietary and specific market share estimates fluctuate.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The trucking industry is highly competitive and cyclical, influenced by economic conditions, fuel prices, and regulatory changes. Demand is tied to consumer spending and industrial production.
Positioning
Werner is a large, established player with a strong brand and a reputation for safety and reliability. Its diverse service offerings provide a competitive advantage.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The US trucking market is estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars annually. Werner is well-positioned to capture a significant share of this TAM through its expansive network and diverse service offerings.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand reputation
- Extensive network and infrastructure
- Diverse service offerings
- Experienced management team
- Focus on safety and compliance
Weaknesses
- Exposure to cyclical economic conditions
- Driver shortage
- High capital expenditures
- Dependence on fuel prices
- High operating costs
Opportunities
- Growth in e-commerce and last-mile delivery
- Expansion of logistics services
- Technological advancements (e.g., autonomous trucks)
- Increased outsourcing of transportation management
- Acquisition opportunities
Threats
- Economic downturn
- Increased competition
- Rising fuel prices
- Government regulations (e.g., ELD mandate)
- Cybersecurity risks
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- KNX
- JBHT
- SNDR
- LSTR
- ODFL
Competitive Landscape
Werner competes on price, service, and reliability. Its large size and diverse offerings provide a competitive advantage. However, it faces intense competition from other large and regional carriers.
Major Acquisitions
ECM Transport Group
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 142.4
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Werner's regional LTL network and service capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Werner has grown steadily through organic expansion and acquisitions. Historical growth rates depend on market conditions.
Future Projections: Future growth projections depend on analyst forecasts and company guidance. Refer to recent earnings calls and reports.
Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include investments in technology, expansion of logistics services, and fleet modernization.
Summary
Werner Enterprises is a well-established transportation and logistics company with a strong brand and diverse service offerings. The company benefits from its extensive network and experienced management team. However, Werner faces challenges related to economic cycles, driver shortages, and rising costs. Adapting to technological advancements and expanding logistics services are crucial for future growth.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Investor Relations Website
- Industry Reports (e.g., ATA)
- Financial News Outlets (e.g., WSJ, Bloomberg)
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market conditions and company performance are subject to change.
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 Werner Enterprises Inc
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Omaha, NE, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Derek J. Leathers | ||
Sector Industrials | Industry Trucking | Full time employees 13000 | Website https://www.werner.com |
Full time employees 13000 | Website https://www.werner.com |
Werner Enterprises, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in transporting truckload shipments of general commodities in interstate and intrastate commerce in the United States, Mexico, and internationally. The company operates a fleet of medium-to-long-haul vans that transports various consumer nondurable products and other commodities in truckload quantities using dry van trailers; the expedited fleet, which provides time-sensitive truckload services using driver teams; a regional short-haul fleet for truckload van service; and temperature-controlled fleet, which offers truckload services for temperature-sensitive products using temperature-controlled trailers to retail distribution center or manufacturing facility, utilizing either dry van or specialized trailers. It also provides non-asset-based transportation and logistics services comprising truckload logistics, which uses contracted carriers to complete shipments for brokerage customers and freight management customers for which offers logistics management services and solutions; the intermodal which offers rail transportation through alliances with rail and drayage providers as an alternative to truck transportation; and werner final mile offers residential and commercial deliveries of large or heavy items using third-party agents and independent contractors. In addition, the company sells used trucks and trailers; and trades used trucks to original equipment manufacturers. It transports retail store merchandise, consumer products, food and beverage products and manufactured products. As of December 31, 2024, it had a fleet of 7,450 trucks, which included 7,155 were company-operated, as well as 295 owned and operated by independent contractors; 28,665 trailers that comprised dry vans, flatbeds, temperature-controlled, and other trailers; and 18 drayage company trucks and 134 Final Mile delivery trucks. Werner Enterprises, Inc. was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska.
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