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Werner Enterprises Inc (WERN)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
10/14/2025: WERN (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
15 Analysts rated it
Moderately tracked stock, growing coverage, gaining market and investor attention.
1 Year Target Price $27
1 Year Target Price $27
| 1 | Strong Buy |
| 2 | Buy |
| 8 | Hold |
| 2 | Sell |
| 2 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -35.32% | Avg. Invested days 25 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 10/14/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.59B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 31.22 | 1Y Target Price 27 |
Price to earnings Ratio 31.22 | 1Y Target Price 27 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 15 | Beta 1.06 | 52 Weeks Range 22.79 - 41.69 | Updated Date 10/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 22.79 - 41.69 | Updated Date 10/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.12% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.85 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
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Profitability
Profit Margin 1.77% | Operating Margin (TTM) 7.14% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 1.39% | Return on Equity (TTM) 3.49% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 31.22 | Forward PE 18.45 | Enterprise Value 2258485097 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.54 |
Enterprise Value 2258485097 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.54 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.76 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 5.76 | Shares Outstanding 59830317 | Shares Floating 58909528 |
Shares Outstanding 59830317 | Shares Floating 58909528 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.2 | Percent Institutions 104.35 |
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 with a large fleet and extensive service network. Werner went public in 1986 and has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Truckload Transportation: Provides one-way and dedicated truckload services, including dry van and temperature-controlled transportation. It includes contract freight and spot market freight hauling.
- Logistics: Offers freight brokerage, intermodal, and transportation management services to optimize supply chains.
- Dedicated and Specialized Services: Provides customized transportation solutions tailored to specific customer needs, often involving dedicated fleets and specialized equipment. Includes Final Mile services and LTL.
Leadership and Structure
Derek J. Leathers serves as the Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer. The company has a traditional corporate structure with various executive vice presidents overseeing different operational areas.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Estimated 2023 Truckload Revenue (USD millions): 2200
- Truckload Transportation Services: Core service involving the movement of freight in truckload quantities. Market share is fragmented, but Werner is a significant player. Competitors include Knight-Swift, JB Hunt, and Schneider. Werner's revenue for truckload services are the greatest part of their revenue.
- Estimated 2023 Logistics Revenue (USD millions): 1000
- Logistics Services: Freight brokerage, intermodal transportation, and supply chain optimization solutions. Competitors include C.H. Robinson, XPO Logistics, and Echo Global Logistics. Werner's logistics services are growing.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The transportation industry is cyclical and highly competitive, influenced by economic conditions, fuel prices, regulatory changes, and technological advancements.
Positioning
Werner is a well-established, asset-based carrier with a strong reputation for safety and service. It competes on price, service quality, and network coverage.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The U.S. truckload market is estimated to be over $800 billion. Werner is positioned to capture a portion of this TAM through its extensive network, diverse service offerings, and strong customer relationships.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Large fleet size and extensive network
- Strong brand reputation and customer relationships
- Diversified service offerings
- Experienced management team
- Commitment to safety
Weaknesses
- Sensitivity to economic cycles
- High capital intensity
- Exposure to fuel price fluctuations
- Driver shortage challenges
- Competition from non-asset based brokers
Opportunities
- Growth in e-commerce and last-mile delivery
- Increased outsourcing of logistics services
- Adoption of technology to improve efficiency
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Strategic acquisitions
Threats
- Economic downturns
- Rising fuel costs
- Increased competition
- Government regulations
- Labor shortages
- Disruptive Technologies
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- KNX
- JBHT
- SNDR
Competitive Landscape
Werner competes with other asset-based carriers, third-party logistics providers, and freight brokers. Werner's strength lies in its large asset base and reputation for reliability, but it faces challenges from smaller, more agile competitors.
Major Acquisitions
ECM Transport Group
- Year: 2021
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 142.4
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded Werner's final mile and e-commerce delivery capabilities.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Werner has experienced steady growth through organic expansion and strategic acquisitions. However, growth rates have fluctuated based on economic conditions.
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Recent Initiatives: Focus on technology investments, driver recruitment and retention programs, and expansion of dedicated services. Werner is also actively managing capacity to optimize profitability.
Summary
Werner Enterprises is a major player in the truckload transportation and logistics industry with a large fleet and strong brand. While it faces challenges from economic cycles and competition, its diversified services and focus on technology offer growth opportunities. Recent financial performance has been mixed, but long-term growth prospects remain positive. Werner needs to watch out for fuel costs, labor shortages and economic downturns.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
- Investor Presentations
- Industry Reports
- Analyst Estimates
- Company Press Releases
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Market share data and TAM are estimates and may vary. Financial performance is based on past data and does not guarantee future results. Investment decisions should be made after consulting with a qualified financial advisor.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
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Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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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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